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Five of the best summer fragrances

Follow your nose and discover your signature fragrance with our five current favourites.
Summer-fragrance

It’s time to lighten up your fragrance as we head towards summer, so what better time to go shopping for a new signature perfume. Take a look at our top fragrance picks and find one for yourself.

Yves-Saint-Laurent-Manifesto-Eclat

Bold

Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto Eclat (Eau De Toilette, 50ml, $125) is a subtler version of the original. This modern oriental is heavy on the bergamot and neroli essence.

Marc-Jacobs-Daisy Dream

Subtly tropical

Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream (Eau De Toilette, 100ml, $129) is light and airy. Coconut water and lychee give tropical freshness but there’s also pear, jasmine and wisteria, and a woody/musky end note. Plus the bottle is cute. This latest version of the Daisy series is a variation on a theme.

P_Givenchy-Dahlia

Vintage

Givenchy’s new Dahlia Divin (Eau De Parfum, 50ml, $129) has an old-fashioned air to it. It’s light but still sensual with a hint of plum.

Elizabeth-Arden-Untold-Legere

Light and sweet

Elizabeth Arden Untold Legere (Eau De Toilette, 100ml, $119) is the second version of Untold. Patchouli, sandalwood, freesia, citrus and apple are the main scents.

Gucci-Premiere

Glamour

Gucci Premiere (Eau De Toilette, 50ml, $113) is a lighter version of the signature Gucci scent and it’s all about elegant florals.

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