Choosing perfume for hot summer days

Before shopping for a summer perfume, think about where you will wear it. A day outdoors, a public-transport commute and an enclosed workplace call for different decisions. Lemon, bergamot, aromatic greens and aquatic notes offer starting points for a fresh impression; that description does not mean a perfume physically cools your body.

Start with restrained application and assess how it feels in your surroundings. A citrus fragrance with a sweet base may not remain as light as its opening suggests. Do not leave the bottle exposed to heat and sunshine in a car or beach bag. This edit compares aromatic, marine and citrus interpretations rather than presenting one compulsory summer smell. Choose the direction you enjoy living with beyond the first refreshing spray.