Summer-scentual
Summer scents are my favourite as they can evoke memories of beach holidays, days in the sun and evenings at the beach bar. I have trialled a few recent releases with a pointer of two about where they are “best-for”. Best for: summer picnic CREED Vetiver Geranium This is quite classic and rather grown up scent and perfect for a picnic with Pimm’s. Combining Vetiver and Geranium it’s not overpowering and not overtly maculine as it’s marketed as a unisex fragrance. I wouldn’t wear it everyday – especially with its price tag. Top notes or Lemon, granny Smith apple and Bergamot make way for heart notes of Rose, Geraminum and Cinnamon. Base notes include Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli and Amber. £165 (100ml) from Liberty and John Lewis www.creedfragrances.co.uk Best for: date night A*Men Pure Wood by Thierry Mugler A limited edition woody entry from the classic A*Men by Thierry Mugler. I was never a great fan of the original, but have to say I love this. It possibly better suited to Autumn and Winter as its woody and …