Vera Wang Flower Princess
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Vera Wang Princess perfume - Spring summer fragrance
Who? New York fashion designer and wedding gown extraordinaire.
What? Enchantingly light and fabulously feminine, with green ivy, shimmering tangerine, water lily, peonies and orange flower petals.
Smells like... A meadow in springtime.
Where to wear... Think picnics and country-style frolics.
£40 for 100ml
Nina Ricci L\'Air du Temps Couture Edition
fragrance,Nina Ricci
Nina Ricci L\'Air du Temps Couture Edition
Who? The classic French and oh-so feminine fashion label.
What? The classic, emblematic bottle is decked out in couture finery to celebrate its 60th birthday. And boy, is it smelling good for its age! Inimitable spicy notes of gardenia, Centifolia rose and Grasse jasmine delicately powdered with violet and iris.
Smells like... The French fashionista\'s way of life.
Where to wear... For cocktails on sunny balconies.
£29 for 50ml, limited edition
Available 19 May
Dior Addict Shine
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Dior Addict Shine
Who? François Demachy, the muchos celebrated Perfumer-Creator for Dior.
What? A sparkly cocktail of blossoming gardenia petals with subtle notes of raspberries.
Smells like... The sparkling, mischievous and modern side of Dior.
Where to wear... Lunchtime dates in pub gardens.
From £27.50 for 20ml
Comme des Garcons 8 88
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Comme des Garcons 8 88 - spring summer fragrances
Who? The Japanese fashion label, French for ‘like boys\'
What? A heady, rich blend of saffron, coriander, geranium and patchouli.
Smells like... You\'d imagine melted gold might smell
Where to wear... With luxurious gowns at summer balls.
From £48 for 50ml, 020 7494 6220
Tom Ford Black Orchid Voile de Fleur
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Tom Ford Black Orchid Voile de Fleur
Who? The hot American designer who gained international fame for his legendary turnaround of the Gucci fashion house. Now one of the world\'s most influential designers. Did we mention he\'s hot?
What? A classic floral with a touch of dark glamour, this intensely sexy scent has a heady sophistication with a blend of black truffle, ylang, fresh bergamot, honeysuckle and spicy lilies.
Smells like... Drama, sensuality and a hint of opulence.
Where to wear... First dates at the height of summer.
From £29 for 30ml
Parfumerie Generale 15 Ilang Ivohibe
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Perfumerie Generale, Ilang Ivohibe - spring summer fragrance
Who? From the nose of legendary Perfumer Pierre Guillaume.
What? A warm and sunny blend of Ylang Ylang with Egyptian Jasmine and Californian Orange oil - light, incredibly fragrant and uplifting.
Smells like... A romantic summer evening at sundown.
Where to wear... Make it your signature scent for country mini-breaks once springtime (finally) kicks in
Price £57.50, available at Les Senteurs
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Springtime
Yves Saint Laurent,perfume
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Springtime - spring summer fragrances
Who? The infamous French fashion house, known for its refined and modern elegance.
What? Delicate and tender with top notes of rosebuds, fresh violet and orange blossom.
Smells like... A pink-skied spring morning
Where to wear... Romantic weekends in gay Paris. Where else, darling?
£39.50 for 125ml
Lalique Amethyst
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Lalique Amethyst - spring summer fragrances
Who? Perfumer Nathalie Lorson, created for the brand of much-celebrated French art nouveau glass and jewellery designer Rene Lalique.
What? A daring mélange of blackberry leaves, wild rose and lily ylang, encased in the most stunningly chic crystal bottle.
Smells like.... Wild nature, with a burst of fruity florals.
Where to wear... Special summer occasions.
£460 for 3ml crystal bottle. From £39 for 50ml spray.
020 7290 3624
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Kenzo Amour Indian Holi
Spring Summer 2008,fragrance,perfume
Kenzo Amour Indian Holi
Who? Much-lved Japanese Fashion Designer and the man behind the cult classic Kenzo Flowers.
What? In India, Holi is the festival of colour. Inspired by this, Kenzo have taken this joyous occasion and bottled it in holiday colours, revealing a musky floral scent of cherry blossoms, natural rose essence and petals of peony.
Smells like... A summer festival of flowers
Where to wear... Cultural holidays in exotic destinations.
£43 for 50ml
Flower by Cynthia Rowley for Avon
Spring Summer 2008,fragrance,avon,perfume,cynthia rowley
Flower by Cynthia Rowley for Avon
Who? Whimsical design extraordinaire and classic beauty brand join forces
What? Housed in a bottle reminiscent of a keepsake jewellery box, Flower is a rich, floral blend with a lily signature accented with freesia, cashmere woods, warm vanilla, skin musk and sandalwood.
Smells like... Over to the lady herself - "In making this fragrance, we aimed to distil the fashion collection, including the colours, textures, silhouettes, prints and patterns, into a liquid. I feel that Flower embodies the same sensibilities - adventurous, optimistic, flirtatious, and free spirited," says Cynthia.
Where to wear... Roof top cocktails with fashionista friends
£14 for 50ml
