Summer perfumes for women

The best summer perfumes for women are the ones that don't turn sharp in the heat: they open with citrus, juicy fruit and white flowers and stay light and bright all day. Here are the most popular summer picks. Mandarin, pear or peach give a sweet but airy start. White flowers such as jasmine, orange blossom and frangipani bloom with body heat and make skin smell sun-warmed. A touch of coconut or tropical fruit adds a holiday feel.

In summer it is usually more comfortable to skip heavy vanilla and dense resin bases. Heat boosts projection, so go light: the back of the neck, the wrists and the inner elbows are plenty. A light mist on your hair lets the scent move with the breeze. If you want to refresh during the day, a small travel atomiser does the job. Every perfume here was rated suitable for summer by the community and the list is sorted by popularity.