It’s a officially summer and I hope you’re ready for my Summer 2014 perfume picks for “every” occasion in various price points.

Tropical Scents

Olivine Atelier Amongst the Waves perfume oil – This is a pretty gardenia meets stargazer lily and they’re wearing tanning oil. Retails for $48 at Beautyhabit.It’s also available in an EDP but I actually prefer the oil for summer.

Yves Rocher Malaysian Coconut EDT – Sometimes you just want something straightforward. And this is. It’s like coconut milk. The only downside is that it doesn’t linger around very long but I don’t complain because it’s cheap. Retails for $12 at Yves Rocher.

Diptyque Eau Moheli EDT – This is a ylang-ylang soliflore. And I had to have something in this category that isn’t overly creamy. Eau Moheli is simple but it’s smells great on a beach. Seriously. Retails for $98 at Beautyhabit.

Citrus with a Twist

Penhaligon’s Juniper Sling EDT – OK, I tried to love this one, but I didn’t. But, I can admit that this citrus-amber smells really, really good in hot weather. My complaint wasn’t the perfume but more of the marketing. (But I’m picky like that). Retails for $120 at Beautyhabit. Full review here.

The Different Company Sel de Vetiver EDT – Citrus? Sort of. It’s a salty vetiver with a bright citrus opening. One of my favorite vetivers. Retails for $150 at Beautyhabit.

LUSH Euphoria EDP – This is an herbal, musky citrus. Opens up as bright and sunny and dries down to vegetal clary sage musk. Retails for $36 at LUSH. Smaller sizes are also available. Full review here.

Fresh scents for hot days

 Aether Arts Aether Argent EDP (not pictured) – This is a cool, minty white musk. It’s totally something that I want to wear when it’s gross and sticky outside. Retails for $49 at Aether Arts. Full review here.

Providence Perfume Co. Branch & Vine Cologne – This is a fresh green scent that reminds me of tomato leaves. It’s garden fresh. Retails for $80 at Beautyhabit. Full review here.

Carthusia Uomo EDP – This is a clean, inoffensive masculine scent that isn’t boring. It’s citrus and barnacles. Retails for $80 at Beautyhabit.

Gourmands for Summer

Lostmarch Lann-Ael EDT – It’s a milky vanilla and grains fragrance that is light and breezy enough for summer wear. Retails for $85 at Beautyhabit. Full review here. 

Ayala Moriel Musc Malabi EDP – This is an all-natural gourmand rose-vanilla dessert with this cooling green cardamom that is perfect for hot summer days, just like the dessert! The vegan musk accord in this is stunning too. Retails for $120 at Ayala Moriel.

Artemisia Saveur de L’Abricot EDP – This isn’t a sweet gourmand. Instead it’s a fruity fragrance that makes my mouth water. It’s an amazing apricot/peach scent. Retails for $68 at Artemisia Perfumes. Full review here.

Date Night – Feminines

Thierry Mugler Alien Eau Extraordinaire EDP – Alien has been updated. It’s now lighter and brighter. Retails for $69 at Sephora. Full review here.

Dita Von Teese EDP – This is a sweeter white floral with smoldering incense, perfect for date night! I’ve noticed the florals really bloom in the heat. Retails for $50 at HSN. Full review here.

HEELEY Hippie Rose EDP – Looking for a more relaxed date night perfume? They this fruity rose with cedar. Retails for $180 at Luckyscent. Full review here.

Date Night – Masculines

Dior Aqua Fahrenheit – I think Fahrenheit should be for every date night, but hey, let’s mix it up! This is Fahrenheit with a fresher vetiver. Really good, especially for a designer scent. Retails for $84 at Sephora.

Tom Ford Extreme EDT – This is what I call “sexy forest fire”. It’s smoky evergreens. Retails for $130 at Sephora.

Opus Oils Absintheo EDP – This is a green fig over the smoothest sandalwood. Retails for $115 at Opus Oils. Full review here.

Want more suggestions? Here’s my Summer 2013 video. 

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