This sun-drenched scent is made using the rare Calabrian technique of extracting bergamot essence by hand using sea sponges. Effortless and bright, the resulting fragrance captures the essence of summer in a vibrant blend of citrus and herbs grounded by a soft, woody undercurrent. 

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Since it launched last year, Prada’s Paradigme has won a place in our regular rotation. Clean and sophisticated, it combines bourbon geranium with splashy bergamot, layered over an addictive amber-woody base. It has a clear intensity that’s never overpowering. 

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Dripping with after-hours appeal, this scent by Gucci has serious depth. Blending aged rum with bitter almond, orange flower absolute and fiery red chilli, it has an enveloping warmth. The vibe is expensive – and we appreciate its enduring drydown. 

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Sitting firmly in the petrichor category – petrichor is that distinctive earth-after-rain smell – this is loved by fragrance insiders, but otherwise underrated. Verdant and herby, it’s a great low-key choice. Pear adds a juiciness while a molecule called Physcool creates a chilled, minty sensation when it reacts with your skin. The result is pleasantly energising. 

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Sixty years on from its launch, Eau Sauvage remains one of the great warm-weather fragrances. A bright burst of lemon and bergamot gives way to a combination of vetiver and oakmoss, creating something fresh and endlessly wearable.

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