Fragrance is part of my everyday routine just as my makeup and skincare is for me. I don’t have the largest fragrance collection but I definitely love having a variety of scents to choose from. And honestly, a good (or bad) scent can really impact my day. Spraying a scent I really love is like having mini dopamine hits all day long every time I smell it. LOL Scent can also really create an aura around you and leave an impression on people once you leave. Have you ever smelled something and instantly thought of someone in your life who wears that fragrance? Or when you smell a distinct scent, it can instantly transport you back to a time where you encountered that smell. Scent can be so powerful for this and can create deep long lasting memories surrounding it. I usually rotate between a handful of scents that I have and reach for daily.

Phlur has been a brand that I have tried numerous times over the years and have fallen in love with many of their scents. Their scents all seem very accessible to me because they use popular notes in combinations that appeal to so many. If you have never tried any scents from Phlur, I am going to share an honest review of some of my favorites as well as a description of their other scents to help you decide which one may be best for you and whether or not they are worth it.

Phlur Fragrance Review

Before sharing my thoughts on all the Phlur fragrances I have tried, I thought I would share a bit more about the brand. Phlur is a relatively new brand that has steadily gained popularity since 2021 when influencer Chriselle Lim became affiliated with the brand. She is now the owner and creative director of Phlur. Their mission is to be a fragrance brand that prioritizes ingredients and sustainability. They use both natural and synthetic ingredients to create scents that are modern and intentional. Choosing packaging that is both functional and beautiful while consistently working towards reducing their impact on the planet. I love how simple and unencumbered their packaging looks an feels while still looking chic and elevated.

If I’m being honest, some fragrance brands and fragrances can feel intimidating. From overly elaborate packaging, to scents that are extremely niche and price points that are prohibitive to many. I do support the availability of these types of fragrance so that everyone can choose what best suits their needs or wants. Some people want something that truly feels elusive, exclusive and rare while others want something more mainstream and accessible. I fall a bit in between but lean a bit more towards the mainstream and accessible end. And I love traditional fragrance notes and am often not a fan of scents that are too obscure or unique. I think that is why I have gravitated towards Phlur fragrance so much. They feel elevated yet attainable. I may not love every scent from Phlur but not a single one has ever turned me off. Here are my thoughts on the ones I currently own and a quick description of the other scents available from the brand.

Best Phlur Fragrances

Eau de Parfums

Missing Person

This was the first scent I tried from the brand and it’s still one that I love. I’ve seen some describe it almost as a non-fragrance fragrance because it is so delicate and light. On the Phlur site, it says “if nude was a perfume, this is it” and honestly that is the perfect description! Top notes are skin musk, bergamot nectar and sheer jasmine. Middle notes are fresh cyclamen, neroli blossom and orange flower. Base notes are sandalwood australia oil, blonde wood and white musk.

Strawberry Letter

This is a sexy fruity gourmand scent – if fruit and gourmand can even be sexy. LOL But in this case, THEY ARE! Top notes are cassis leaves, strawberry gariguette and plum nectar. Middle notes are wild lily, red poppy and apple blossom. Base notes are earthy woods, tonka bean and sugared amber.

Father Figure

This was an instant love as soon as I smelled it. It’s a green scent that smells a bit more unisex to me. It’s not overly masculine but not overly floral or fruity. Top notes are waterlily, lush fig and cassis buds. Middle notes are orris root, iris flower and jasmine dew. Base notes are skin musk, vanilla madagascar, patchouli leaf and sandalwood.

Vanilla Skin

I already had the Vanilla Skin body mist which I really loved so I wanted to try the Vanilla Skin eau de parfum to compare. After testing both, I actually prefer the body mist to the EDP. The body mist is a tad less intense for me and more pleasant to wear. This is described as a gourmand scent but the EDP feels spicier to me and too musky for my taste. Top notes are pink pepper, pink apple and sugar crystals. Middle notes are lily, jasmine petals and cashmere wood. Base notes are benzoin, vanilla, sandalwood and agarwood.

Cherry Stem

I ordered a travel size of Phlur’s new Cherry Stem scent during the Sephora sale without ever smelling it and hoped for the best. Thankfully it is even better than I imagined and ordered the full size. It’s a rich black cherry scent mixed with plum nectar, ebony wood, sugared jasmine and a hint of leather.

Rose Whip

I continuously say that I don’t like rose fragrances but constantly find ones that make me rethink my stance on rose. Ha! This isn’t a delicate powdery floral scent overpowered by rose. This is a warm rose with a hint of fruit. It’s absolutely beautiful! Top notes are pink pepper and black currant. Middle notes are rose, nutmeg and osmanthus. Base notes are amber, cashmere wood and musk.

Golden Rule

This is a warm floral scent that I thought I would enjoy but sadly this is a not a favorite. I love most of the notes individually but together they don’t blend the way I thought they would. Top notes are mandarin splash, pink pepper and golden pear. Middle notes are orange flower water, jasmine blossom and coconut milk. Base notes are benzoin, sandalwood and vanilla cream.

Mood Ring

It was the name and the bright green bottle with this fragrance that appealed to me if I’m being honest. LOL I love the name Mood Ring because it brings me back to my childhood. Ha! This is a fruity floral that was nice but felt a bit too sweet for my taste – almost candy-like. Top notes are pitaya pulp, sweet orange and fruit gummies. Middle notes are orange flower, jasmine sambac and marigold bloom. Base notes are patchouli prisma, glazed musks and sheer amber.

In addition to these EDPs, there are a few others I have not yet tried but definitely want to. Soft Spot is a soft citrus and water scent. Somebody Wood is a cozy, warm and spicy scent. Solar Power is a floral musk. Tangerine Boy is bold, bright citrus scent. Lost Cause is a fresh woody floral. I have tried Apricot Privee which is a deep musky fruity scent that I did enjoy but didn’t end up repurchasing. And the last scent from the EDP collection is Not Your Baby which I have tried and liked but it wasn’t a must have for me. It’s a spicy floral.

In addition to the EDP options from Phlur, there are body mists in a variety of different scents. These body mists are much lighter in terms of longevity and intensity but still a great option to layer with or if you want something not as vibrant or intense as an EDP. Here’s a quick look at the body mist scents and their notes.

Body Mists

Vanilla Skin

I have this and absolutely love it more than the EDP. It’s a light vanilla gourmand that is incredibly wearable. Same notes as the Vanilla Skin EDP but for me it oddly smells very different. Top notes are pink pepper, pink apple and sugar crystals. Middle notes are lily, jasmine petals and cashmere wood. Base notes are benzoin, vanilla, sandalwood and agarwood.

Peach Skin

I’m a huge fan of peachy scents though don’t own that many because I rarely find ones that I love. This is a velvety scent that smells like a juicy peach with a bit of warmth. Not too sweet and not too tart. Top notes are peach bellini, plum, peach skin and bergamot. Middle notes are white freesia, vanilla orchid and jasmine nectar. Base notes are milky sandalwood, sheer amber and coconut caramel.

Heavy Cream

A decadent milky gourmand that is easy to wear alone or mix with other scents. Top notes are lemon sugar, marshmallow and orange. Middle notes are jasmine blossom, coconut cream and vegan ambrettolide. Base notes are vanilla mousse, salted caramel and whipped cream.

Moonstone

I finished a bottle of this and while it was nice, it’s not a repurchase for me. Top notes are green apple, pineapple and black currant. Middle notes are lemon zest, mandarin orange, jasmine and geranium. Base notes are sandalwood, vanilla and amber.

Mango Mood

I finished a bottle of this and enjoyed it but not enough to repurchase. Top notes are black currant, pink pepper and mango. Middle notes are wild orris, black lotus and jasmine sambac absolute. Base notes are patchouli, vanilla elixir and brown sugar.

Is Phlur Long Lasting and Worth It?

I have tried enough Phlur fragrances to confirm that I definitely think the brand is worth trying. There are a wide range of scents to choose from so there is definitely something for everyone. If you don’t want to commit to a full size yet, there are travel sizes available. If you are looking for longevity in your fragrance, definitely go with the EDP over the body mist. In terms of the longevity between the various EDP scents, I’ve found that Strawberry Letter and Father Figure last the longest on me. Missing Person is one of my favorites but it has the least staying power. Mood Ring and Vanilla Skin are long wearing but they still seemed to dissipate around the midday mark (5+ hours). I’m fine with this because I like my fragrances to slightly fade as the day goes on rather than staying as potent as when I first spray them.

Where to Buy Phlur Fragrance?

• Phlur
• Sephora
• Nordstrom
• Revolve
• Kohl’s
• Free People
• Anthropologie

Switching up parts of your beauty routine every few months is a great way to embrace a new season. Soft summer makeup looks along with soft summer scents are the best for when the temperature begins heating up. I personally love to change out the scents I wear regularly depending on if it’s cold or warm outside. Warmer weather often calls for lighter, fresher scents, while cold weather can be the perfect time to explore deeper, richer fragrances with more intense notes.  The right fragrance can feel just as seasonal as your wardrobe. Choosing a new fragrance to try can feel overwhelming so in today’s post, I am going to share a guide to help you discover some of the best summer fragrances to wear throughout the season.

10 Summer Scents For Women

Lighter fragrances are often preferred during warmer weather. Fresh scents that don’t feel too heavy work best in the heat and humidity. Lighter compositions typically perform differently than heavier fall or winter fragrances, with heat affecting fragrance performance in the long run.

What Makes A Summer Fragrance Good For Women

• A lighter composition of notes is always a great option for summer.
• Something that wears easily but doesn’t overpower you throughout the day. Heat and humidity can intensify fragrance so choose scents with a more delicate base.
• Summer often evokes feelings of the beach along with bright, fruity scents.
• A refreshing texture like a body mist is a best worn during the summer.

What Are Good Summer Scents For Women?

NOYZ Rinse Cycle

As the name suggests, this is designed to evoke the smell of fresh laundry. That may sound a bit odd but trust me it’s absolutely divine!! It’s a fresh, clean musk scent that is easy to wear all year round. Top notes are guava, anoj pear and lemon. Middle notes are cherry blossom, musk flower and pink waterlily. Base notes are liquid musk, sandalwood and vanilla bean.

Snif Only Sunshine

This is definitely a summer-only scent. It’s the perfect tropical fruit scent that evokes all the feelings of summer. It’s a fruity floral with a touch of the ocean. Top notes are mango, papaya and sea breeze. Middle note is orange blossom. Base notes are amber and musk.

Ellis Brooklyn Guava Granita Eau de Parfum

As the name suggests, this is a tropical fruit heavy scent with a creamy dry down that makes it softer and more feminine. Top notes are guava juice, banana, bergamot and tropical waterlily. Middle notes are cavaillon melon, coconut palm and mango blossom. Base notes are vanilla, sandalwood and amber musk.

Phlur Peach Skin Body Mist

I’m a huge fan of peachy scents though don’t own that many because I rarely find ones that I love. This is a velvety scent that smells like a juicy peach with a bit of warmth. Not too sweet and not too tart. Top notes are peach bellini, plum, peach skin and bergamot. Middle notes are white freesia, vanilla orchid and jasmine nectar. Base notes are milky sandalwood, sheer amber and coconut caramel. For more phlur scents, here is my full phlur fragrance review.

Orebella Nectar Dew

This is a hair/body mist which is perfect for the summer but doesn’t last as long as traditional perfumes. Even though it isn’t as long lasting, the scent is a fresh fruity floral that feels light and airy. Top notes are bergamot, cassis, pear nectar, lemon and fig. Middle notes are orange blossom, princess peony, pink pepper and freesia. Base notes are tonka, musk, sandalwood, sweet praline and vetiver.

Salt & Stone Body Mist in Lily & Yuzu

A relaunch for Salt & Stone which is absolutely perfect for summer. With top notes of green apple, yuzu and bergamot. Middle notes of matcha, bamboo and jasmine. And base notes of lily, musk, cedar and amber. It’s a gorgeous fresh citrus scent with an aquatic twist.

Ellis Brooklyn Miami Nectar

I now understand why this fragrance is a top seller from Ellis Brooklyn. It embodies summer in the most perfect way. Top notes are pink pineapple, palm leaves and coconut water. Middle notes are wild jasmine, plumeria and lily of the valley. Base notes are tree moss, salted woods, sweet amber woods and vanilla.

Tocca Hair & Body Mists in Sea Salt Riviera and Pear Provencale

This is the year of body mists. So many new launches but these immediately became a favorite. The scents are unlike anything I currently own while still being easy and wearable for everyday. Sea Salt Riviera is a solar skin-like scent. Top notes are mandarin italy orpur, orange italy orpur and sea salt accord. Middle notes are fresh ginger, lily of the valley and karmaflor. Base notes are driftwood accord, skin musk and solar woods. Pear Provencale is a juicy pear scent with a bit of creamy warmth. Top notes are pomarose, green pear and grapefruit zest. Middle notes are cassis buds, lily of the valley and water lotus. Base notes are casgmeran, clean musk and sandalwood.

Lake & Skye 444 Sunkissed + Monoi Hair & Body Mist (discount code: MAREE15)

While this isn’t exceptionally long wearing, I was obsessed with this scent all last summer. It’s the perfect warm weather fragrance. Top notes are bergamot, strawberry, pineapple. Middle notes are jasmine, raspberry, solar and coconut. Base notes are musk, sandalwood and cedarwood.

How To Choose A Summer Fragrance For Women

Try to identify particular notes you like

If you know that you tend to like certain fruits or florals, you can search different fragrance options by choosing the particular notes you like.

Explore other scents from brands you already wear

Most fragrance brands have various scents so search through their options to find ones that are geared more towards summer. Or offer a lighter, more delicate scent profile.

Browse the fragrance counters

Sometimes you have to just go into a department store or beauty store and smell as many fragrances as you can in order to determine what you like. If you spray the perfumes you like on different sample cards, be sure to label those cards so you can see how they develop after a few hours.

Buy a sampler kit

Different brand and retailers offer sample boxes you can buy in order to try out a variety of scents before committing to a full size bottle.

Frequently Asked Questions About  Summer Scents For Women

How do you tell if a fragrance is for winter or summer?

Usually summer perfumes have a lighter feel to them. The notes are fresh, delicate and easy to wear in the heat. Winter fragrances are richer with deep notes that work well with heavier clothing and colder temperatures.

Can you wear summer fragrances in winter?

It is easier to wear summer fragrances in the winter than to try and wear winter fragrances in the summer. The cold weather doesn’t intensify scent the way heat and humidity will.

What happens if you wear a winter fragrance in summer?

Winter scents can definitely be worn in the summer but try to use less when applying. The heat could amplify certain notes in the fragrance making it much stronger to those around you.

Are sweet fragrances good for summer

Sweet fragrances are perfect for summer as long as they are more light and airy. Look for sweet scents mixed with floral notes or fruit notes.