9 Summer Scents That Smell Like Holiday In A Bottle

There’s a certain scent that lingers after a day in the sun — a mix of warm skin, salt-kissed air, and suncream melting into sand. It’s the olfactory embodiment of golden hour, of toes dipped in turquoise coves, and the clink of ice in a glass as the sun dips below the horizon. These nine fragrances capture that essence in a bottle, transporting you to sun-drenched Mediterranean landscapes and balmy summer evenings.

Loewe: Paula’s Ibiza Eau de Toilette, £116

This scent is pure escapism. With notes of coconut water, driftwood, and patchouli, it evokes the carefree spirit of Ibiza's beaches. A spritz feels like a sun-soaked dance on the sand, carefree and exhilarating. Buy here.

Vyrao: Sun Ræ Eau de Parfum, £135

Sun Ræ is, in short, sunshine in a bottle. Bright notes of bergamot, lemon, and ginger mingle with grounding sandalwood and vetiver. It's uplifting and energising, like a morning yoga session on a sunlit terrace. Buy here.

Acqua di Parma: Blu Mediterraneo Fico di Amalfi Eau de Toilette, £74

This fragrance captures the essence of the Amalfi Coast. Fresh fig, bergamot and cedarwood create a scent that's both invigorating and comforting. Like an afternoon wander through a cliff top villa garden. Buy here.

L’Artisan Parfumeur: Soleil de Provence Eau de Parfum, £180

Soleil de Provence feels like a warm embrace. With notes of mimosa, hay, and musk, it conjures images of golden fields under the Provençal sun. It's nostalgic and soothing – like a summer afternoon siesta. Buy here.

Penhaligon’s: Solaris Eau de Parfum, £85

Solaris is a radiant and luminous scent – think citrus notes which blend with neroli and musk, creating a scent that's both fresh and sensual. Reminiscent of sunlit mornings and the promise of a new day. Buy here.

Jo Malone: Beach Blossom Cologne, £86

Beach Blossom is a gentle tropical breeze by the sea. Lush floral notes of frangipani and jasmine are balanced by a crunch of sea salt and cooling mint. It's delicate, it’s airy, and it’s perfect for a summer beach escape on sun-warmed limbs. Buy here.

Phlur: Solar Power Eau de Parfum, £99

Solar Power is bold and sparkling. With notes of red mandarin, bergamot, driftwood and sea salt, it captures the intensity of the midday sun. It's energising and dynamic at first spritz, yet relaxing and dreamy, with a comforting depth that lingers on the skin. Buy here.

Diptyque: Ilio Eau de Toilette, £98

Diptyque’s Ilio is the brand’s Mediterranean-inspired scent and we love its floral fruitiness. There are green notes of prickly pear, with soft jasmine and iris for a romantic floral accord. A calming, coastal scent that is perfect for summer events. Buy here.

Tom Ford: Soleil Blanc Eau de Parfum, £222

Soleil Blanc feels like the scent of private island quiet luxury. Dubbed a ‘solar floral’ with notes of Ylang-ylang, pistachio, and coconut create a creamy, indulgent scent. It's opulent and seductive, perfect for golden-hour cocktails (barefoot of course). Buy here.