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What Is the Best Perfume for Summer?

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The best summer perfumes are fresh and breathable, citrus, aquatic and light floral scents that stay crisp in heat instead of turning heavy or cloying. Our top pick is Virgin Island Water by Creed, moderate performance that stays close and refined, an easy daytime wear, best for the summer. Key notes: Lime, Bergamot, Sicilian Mandarin, Coconut.

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Soleil Blanc Score 69/100
Tom Ford · Eau de Parfum · from $260

Moderate to Long Lasting performance that carries a confident trail, an easy daytime wear, best for the summer. Key notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Pistachio, Coconut.

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Invictus Score 71/100
Paco Rabanne · Eau de Toilette · from $75

Moderate performance that carries a confident trail, an easy daytime wear, best for the summer. Key notes: Grapefruit, Sea Notes, Mandarin, Bay Laurel.

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Sedley Score 60/100
Parfums de Marly · Eau de Parfum · from $215

Moderate performance that stays close and refined, an easy daytime wear, best for the summer. Key notes: Mint, Bergamot, Aquatic Notes, Geranium.

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