These Summer Perfumes Smell Like a Luxury Vacation

Jun 04, 2026 - 04:10

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These Summer Perfumes Smell Like a Luxury Vacation

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If you haven't picked a signature summer scent yet... what are you doing?

We all wish smell-a-vision existed, but since it doesn't (yet) we are making it easy to find the perfect perfume, and curated a selection of scents that are inviting, delicious, and all available at Bluemercury.

Best tropical scent: Ellis Brooklyn SALT Eau de Parfum
Best gourmand scent: Jo Malone Raspberry Ripple Cologne
Best beach-inspired scent: Oribe Cote d'Azur Eau de Parfum

Trust us, these are *the* scents that you need for summer! And because so many are available in a travel size, they're perfect for your upcoming getaways, or grabbing a few so you can rotate your choices.

Shop our top summer perfume picks from Bluemercury.

Vacation After Sun Eau de Toilette

The same scent you love from Vacation's after sun gel, this is the ideal scent to use when you're headed to dinner after a day at the beach.

Shoppers Say: "This scent is a new favorite. So nice and free for summer. Makes me feel like I’m relaxing after a day of sun and fun even though I'm just hanging out at home."

Lake & Skye 11 11 Azure Eau de Parfum

Inspired by the ocean, this aquatic scent contains notes of water accord, lotus blossom, blue amber and musk.

Ellis Brooklyn SALT Eau de Parfum

The perfect blend of salty, sun-kissed skin and tropical florals, SALT is kept warm with notes of Tahitian tiare and sandalwood.

Jo Malone Raspberry Ripple Cologne

Inspired by raspberry ripple ice cream, this is a berry delicious scent inspired by scoops of something sweet at the beach.

Shoppers Say: "A little bottle of beautiful fresh, and fresh smells. Love it! I even put it on to go to bed and I go to bed with a smile."

Heretic Dirty Coconut Eau de Parfum

Is there anything better than a coconutty scent? This one by Heretic is an elevated blend of exotic woods and warmed vanilla with sandalwood and rich tropical notes.

Shoppers Say: "There is nothing comparable. Loving the true scent of coconut"

Oribe Cote d'Azur Eau de Parfum

Even if you can't travel to the French Riviera, this scent certainly does a good job of transporting you there. It features a blend of citrusy bergamot, white butterfly jasmine, and warm sandalwood.

D.S. & Durga Rose Pacific

New from D.S. & Durga is a true California scent that features notes of California poppies, avocado, fine sand, and Pacific spray.

Shoppers Say: "I am enjoying the fragrance very much. It is a very clean, fresh cologne. Lovely scent."

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How We Choose

The E! Insider Shop editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there. We interview expert sources, comb through customer reviews, and use our own personal experiences to make shopping easier for our readers.

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