Ria BhatiaPublished on Apr 28, 2023The best floral scents to sway you into summerThe time to bask in floral notes has arrived.The time to bask in floral notes has arrivedSummer heralds the blooming of a bounty of flowers, even transcending into our perfume choices. Fragrances with bloomy notes make for the perfect match for summers not only because of how refreshing and invigorating they are but also because intense fragrances can hit your senses more than the rest of the year when worn during peak heat, for it becomes exceedingly overpowering. We curate a line-up of the best floral perfumes whose aromas come close to a beautiful posy.Elixir, Kay AliHere’s a bit of trivia that you may not be aware of—Elixir was the first perfume that Mona Kattan-owned Kay Ali ever launched. If you can’t get enough of that fruity kick, this one’s worth a shot, for it combines the juiciness of red apples with the tenderness of pink roses to give the final scent a balanced fruition. The floral-fruity composition also contains Jasmine Sambac from India, as well as patchouli, vanilla and musk, all of which lend depth. Priced at ₹10,300Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/kayaliMint Infused in Rose & Lemon, NASO ProfumiIf you’re still exploring fragrances and haven’t found your most-loved olfactory potion yet, this eclectic and sublime composition from NASO Profumi makes for a great investment. The well-rounded fragrance features citrusy, green and floral notes from lemon, mint and rose respectively. Totally appropriate for day wear, it might come in handy to subside the fatigue caused by the scorching sun, uplifting your mood considerably.Prices start at ₹4,500Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/nasoprofumiEau De Parfum Naturelle, ChloéThis one is a treat for those who are ardent for floral classics. It is as sweet and rich as it can get, just like an embodiment of a succulent bouquet. Rose is the star of this concoction; however, other floral and woody elements like neroli, cedar and raspberry enhance the personality of the perfume, without diluting the impact of the rose. Prices start at ₹9,450Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/bluefoam114Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne, Jo Malone LondonCrisp, sharp, edgy and energetic—this perfume bottles all of this and more. The layered scent, launched in 2020, is an interesting and unique blend of lavender, woody, citrusy and fresh spicy notes. While lavender is the hero of this perfume, silver birch renders the blend a sharp, woody flavour. This is a floral juice that complements men and women equally well. Prices start at ₹5,200Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/sugar.pleasedBlack Orchid, Tom Ford One of Tom Ford’s bestsellers, this perfume boasts a myriad of accords namely earthy, woody, spicy, floral and fruity. The perfume’s top notes contain truffle, gardenia, black currant, Mandarin orange and lemon; the middle notes are largely floral—orchid, gardenia, ylang-ylang and jasmine, with the base notes comprising Mexican chocolate, patchouli, vanilla, amber, sandalwood and white musk. Gwyneth Paltrow swears by this perfume, but that’s not the only reason why you should be wearing this.Prices start at ₹9,700Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/tomfordbeautyBare Eau De Parfum, Victoria’s SecretHow does the idea of a perfume that smells differently on everyone sound? This sandalwood-championing perfume adapts to your body chemistry and its temperature, to unveil a scent unique to you. Warm, woody and powdery, it emphasises notes of sandalwood, Egyptian violet flower and mandarins from Madagascar. From a day in the office to a night at the disco, this fragrance passes the vibe check for every mood of yours.Prices start at ₹6,499Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/victoriassecretLibre Eau De Parfum, Yves Saint LaurentLike your florals to be bold and last from day to night? Enter Libre Eau De Parfum from YSL. Loved by the likes of Dua Lipa, this perfume brings together the softness of blossoms with the decadence of vanilla to create an indulgent scent that lingers on in the most humid climate too. At the heart of this perfume is orange blossom, with lavender as the top note and vanilla as the base note. Prices start at ₹5,100Shop hereImage: Instagram.com/yslbeautyLa Vie Est Belle, Lancôme A whiff of this perfume will instantly remind you of the old-school, lady-like fragrance that your mother or grandmother would wear, albeit this one is just a more decadent version. With iris, a flower native to Europe and Asia, patchouli sourced from Bali and sweet vanilla, this perfume is floral and sensual in equal measure. The pink-hued perfume comes in a chic and minimalist bottle, making it a great addition to your summer fragrance wardrobe.Prices start at ₹7,200Shop hereAlso Read: Should you invest in artisanal perfumes?Also Read: NASO Profumi is set to rewrite the rules of homegrown luxury perfumeryAlso Read: Did you know that Assam is the world’s biggest supplier of oud?Read Next Read the Next Article
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