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Best Summer Fragrances For Men 2024

August 22, 2024

The best summer fragrances for men are effervescent and long-lasting without being overbearing. Our top pick is the Parfums de Marly Perseus, which is bright and refreshing with hints of bergamot and grapefruit. If you’re looking for a more affordable everyday fragrance, you can’t go wrong with the Malin + Goetz Cannabis Eau de Parfum, a surprisingly subtle and versatile classic.

The best summer fragrances for men are timeless, wearable and appeal to your preferences.

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Choosing the right fragrance is deeply personal—and it may take some trial and error to find a scent that’s appealing to you—so pay attention to the fragrance family, key notes, formula strength and ingredients when shopping. Parfum has the highest concentration of aromatic compounds and essential oils and typically lasts the longest, while eau de toilette is more subtle and can gradually fade after several hours. After consulting with Steven Gontarski, a prominent perfume reviewer and manager of two Scent Bar locations, we’ve rounded up the best summer fragrances for men that are fragrant, wearable and fresh.

Best Summer Fragrance Overall For Men: Parfums De Marly Perseus
Best Earthy Summer Fragrance For Men: Malin + Goetz Cannabis
Best Woody Summer Fragrance For Men: Dior Homme
Best Value Summer Fragrance For Men: Claus Porto Musgo Real Alto Mar
Best Niche Summer Fragrance For Men: Bianco Profumo Neroli Pomodoro
Best Everyday Summer Fragrance For Men: Nishane Wūlóng Chá
Best Nighttime Summer Fragrance For Men: Jo Malone English Oak And Hazelnut
Best Floral Summer Fragrance For Men: Dries Van Noten Fleur Du Mal
Best Weekend Summer Fragrance For Men: Vacation After Sun
Best Citrus Summer Fragrance For Men: Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim

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Parfums De Marly Perseus

I’ve been reporting on grooming since 2013 and have written for nearly every men’s publication on the topic, including GQ, Men’s Journal and Robb Report. I also create content for Blue Print by Adam Hurly, where all of my grooming expertise lives across video, newsletter, web content and more. I’m a South Dakota native, living in Lisbon, but I cut my teeth in New York, San Francisco and Berlin.

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As a deputy editor, I edit, assign and write about all things beauty and grooming, from buzzy styling tools to celebrity skincare favorites. I’ve been a journalist covering style and travel for more than 15 years, and I’ve written about everything from the best international spas worth the long-haul flight to the art of French girl hair. My work has appeared in Condé Nast Traveler, Allure, NYMag, Teen Vogue, People, Afar and many more. Previously, I held senior editorial roles at Lucky magazine, NBC Universal and Cookie magazine. A California native, I majored in English and French literature at Amherst College and attended Columbia Journalism School.

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Fragrance family: Citrus, woody | Top notes: Bergamot, grapefruit, blackcurrant | Middle notes: Dry woods, cashmere wood, ambergris | Base notes: Balsam fir, spices, tonka bean

High-end brand Parfums de Marly unveiled this summery fragrance earlier this year. From the first whiff, this scent had me dreaming of the summer sun while waiting for the winter doldrums to subside. The opening bergamot and grapefruit notes are the most prominent, and then it dries down a light, woody scent. With warmer months finally on the horizon, this bright and refreshing elixir is one to keep in steady rotation.

Malin + Goetz

Malin + Goetz Cannabis

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Fragrance family: Woody, spicy | Top notes: Bergamot, black pepper, orange | Middle notes: Cannabis, lily of the valley, magnolia | Base notes: Cedarwood, patchouli, sandalwood, amber, musk

Despite its name, this option is surprisingly subtle and versatile (and no, you won’t smell like a weed cloud). It’s sweet and woody, with notes of pepper, sandalwood and musk. Reviewers say it’s a unique and understated fragrance that’s well worth the price.

Fragrance family: Woody aromatic | Top notes: Bergamot, pink pepper | Middle notes: Cedar, patchouli | Base notes: Vetiver, musk

You probably know someone who wears Dior Homme as their signature scent. It’s a mainstay in the fragrance world and has thousands of positive reviews on sites like Ulta for good reason. It’s a sexy, sophisticated scent that’s suitable for any season although it has a certain brightness that lends itself well to warmer weather. Fans of the product say it’s incredibly long-lasting, so you won’t go through the bottle too quickly.

Claus Porto

Claus Porto Musgo Real Alto Mar

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Fragrance family: Woody aquatic | Top notes: Calone, anise, mint | Middle notes: Rosemary, wormwood, jasmine | Base notes: Cashmere wood, sandalwood, tonka, vetiver

Layering scents is a common practice that allows you to create a unique and custom blend. Claus Porto’s Musgo Real Eau de Toilette Alto Mar is a brilliant solo act or layering option if you’re looking to play fragrance mixologist. It pairs well with other warm-weather scents like citruses and florals. When worn alone, you can detect hints of mint, jasmine, rosemary and vetiver.

Bianco Profumo

Bianco Profumo Neroli Pomodoro

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Fragrance family: Citrus aromatic | Top notes: Tomato leaf, basil, mandarin | Middle notes: Neroli, orange blossom | Base notes: Musk, amber

Bianco Profumo is a Chicago-based label created by a father-son duo that turns out some of the most innovative fragrances I’ve seen. This particular scent is lighthearted, fun and free—it feels summery but can still be worn year-round. It’s one of the scents I wear the most, and it reminds me of a hot summer day in the city.

Nishane

Nishane Wūlóng Chá

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Fragrance family: Citrus aromatic and green | Top notes: Bergamot, orange, mandarin | Middle notes: Oolong tea, mandarin | Base notes: Musk, fig

Gontarski and I share a deep appreciation for Wūlóng Chá, a calming yet stirring scent that is perfect for wearing through every season. I could wear this sophisticated fragrance to the beach, the office, running errands and even just around the house. The base notes of musk and fig stand out the most, but it has hints of citrus without being too sweet or overpowering. The best part? It has incredible staying power.

Jo Malone

Jo Malone English Oak And Hazelnut

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Fragrance family: Woody | Top notes: Ripe hazelnut | Middle notes: Cedar, elemi | Base notes: Oak, moss

This pick from Jo Malone is a warm-weather staple for Gontarski and earns plenty of praise from customers. “To me, this cologne resembles oak leaves in sunlight and green unripened hazelnuts still hanging on the tree,” he says. It’s a simple, light fragrance for the guy who wants something understated but warm. It can be worn alone or layered, and the scent transitions easily into fall thanks to notes of cedarwood and roasted oak.

Bergdorf Goodman

Dries Van Noten Fleur Du Mal

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Fragrance family: Fruity floral | Top notes: Peach | Middle notes: Osmanthus, jasmine | Base notes: Suede, amber

This floral-forward scent includes the fragrant osmanthus flower (also known as devilwood), jasmine and amber. “Osmanthus is an underrated and fascinating note: It’s a flower from the sweet olive tree, and its scent resembles both apricot and suede,” says Gontarski. “In Fleur du Mal, perfumer Quentin Bisch makes the note come across as fruity, watery and fresh—but at the same time, it’s grounded and suede-like. I find it perfect for warm weather.”

Ulta Beauty

Vacation After Sun

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Fragrance family: Green | Top notes: Aloe vera, green tea, Cavaillon melon | Middle notes: Cardamom, gin, tonic | Base notes: Laundry musk

After Sun is the highly anticipated second fragrance from the buzzy brand Vacation, known for its nostalgia-tinged branding and broad range of sunscreen formulas. This scent is much more universal than the Vacation Eau de Toilette and has hints of aloe vera, green tea and tonic. The result is fun, interesting and above all—actually wearable.

Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim

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Fragrance family: Citrus | Top notes: Bergamot, mandarin, orange | Middle notes: Ginger | Base notes: Ambergris

I’m a big fan of Louis Vuitton’s Pacific Chills scent, but this spicy-citrusy summer fragrance also stands out because it leaves you smelling light and fresh without being overpowering. It’s alluring enough for a special occasion or date night, and overall exudes a certain coolness that’s hard to describe. Plus, the bottle can be engraved with initials or numbers if you’re giving this as a gift.

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Hurly also gathered key insight and guidance from Steven Gontarski, a perfume reviewer who also manages two L.A.-based Scent Bar stores. Gontarski is a 15-year veteran of the fragrance industry.

How We Chose The Best Summer Fragrances For Men

To select the best summer fragrances for men, we carefully evaluated options from top retailers and brands, including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Jo Malone and more. We also consulted with an industry expert for insights on what to look for.

Fragrance is a deeply personal choice, and we evaluated the scent profiles and longevity to help readers pinpoint the best option for their tastes and preferences.
Our list reflects some of the latest as well as timeless summer scents Hurly has encountered (and the majority were launched in the past few years).
Our final list includes options with different fragrance notes, ranging from floral to citrus to woody.
Our expert also made recommendations based on his personal experiences, while customer reviews were examined for standout product traits.
As everyone’s budget looks slightly different, we included a wide range of prices.

What To Consider In A Men’s Summer Fragrance

There are several factors to consider when shopping for the best summer fragrances for men. Here’s what to keep in mind.

Fragrance Notes

These are some of the most optimal notes to look for if you want a fragrance that screams “summer.” Of course, your own favorites ones come into play, too.

Mint: “Mint can add such a refreshing blast of herbal coolness to a scent,” Gontarski says. “Its green, herbal scent qualities can often make other notes in a perfume come alive and seem more natural.”
Neroli: “Neroli is the essential oil from orange blossom and it smells green and somewhat soapy,” Gontarski says. “It’s been used in perfumery for centuries and exudes an elegant freshness.”
Sea salt: “The cool, briny air by the sea is the perfect antidote to summer heat,” says Gontarski. “Salt notes in perfumery combine beautifully with citrus and herbal notes.”
Tea: “There has been an increase in recent years in fragrances focused on tea; matcha, maté, green tea, oolong, etc. Tea scents are perfect in summer, as they are laid back and cooling,” he says.
Calone: “Calone’s scent is described as melon-like,” says Gontarski of this note that is known for having strong projection and longevity. “Often fragrances that are classified as ‘aquatic’ feature calone. If this style of scent suits you then you’ll probably be able to get away with only spraying once and have an all-day wear, even in warm weather.”

Longevity

Gontarski doesn’t necessarily opt for long-lasting scents in summer. He explains that many of the fresher and more invigorating fragrances (those primed for hot weather) often carry a low perfume concentration (thus classifying them as an eau de cologne, EDC, or eau de toilette, EDT). “These types of scents are usually made up of smaller, volatile molecules which, as a rule, burn off quickly,” says Gontarski. But he also offers up a contradiction: “At the same time, no need to hesitate in wearing stronger, base-heavy scents in warm weather, because they’re often the only ones that will last on skin.”

So, don’t necessarily put stock in how long something lasts, as long as it pairs well with your idea of summer. “They all have their own set of pros and cons so choose depending on the purpose and event,” Gontarski says.

Application

Gontarski recommends spraying fresher summery scents on clothes as well as skin. “Clothing stays cooler than skin so the dry down is slowed down,” he says.

Before buying a scent—assuming it wasn’t a blind buy—you should test it out and “live” with it for the day to see if it appeals to you at all stages of its projection. “Try not to judge the scent too quickly, since the initial spritz will be all top notes that burn off quickly,” says Gontarski. “It’s important to smell the fragrances once they go into the dry down (at least ten minutes after spraying) because this is the phase that lasts for hours.”

“After wearing the scent for a while, ask yourself if you like it and want to keep smelling it on yourself. You might want to get other people’s opinions but it really has to please you the most,” he says. After all—you’re the one who needs to love the scent most of all, since it’s going to be on you all the while.

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What Is The Best Floral Scent For Men?

Gontarski calls Dries Van Noten Fleur Du Mal one of his all-time favorite summery floral fragrances for men. It combines osmanthus with sweet peach juice as well as suede and amber.