Summer fragrance guide

Sonia Rykiel Belle en Rykiel, £27 for 40ml eau de toilette

(Stockist number: 0845 688 3343)

With a simplistic yet elegant bottle, this floral, fruity, woody scent features an abundance of ingredients, including the bloom of freshly picked flowers, a sparkly fruit cocktail and creamy, sensual woody notes.

Ideal for: Sophisticates

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraiche Skinscent, £36 for 100ml

Inspired by a tropical beach and the heat of the sun, this sexy, feminine skin scent evokes memories of long summer days.

The fragrance is a 'radiant amber', includes coconut milk, sandalwood and vanilla and is warm and intoxicating.

Ideal for: Sun lovers

DKNY Be Delicious Kisses, £29 for 50ml eau de parfum

(Available from The Perfume Shop / www.theperfumeshop.com or 0845 601 1950)

This apple-infused floral fragrance is presented in a limited edition pink bottle and blends lively American apple and cucumber with Rose, violet and sandalwood. It simply smells good enough to eat.

Ideal for: Foodies

Hei Poa Mango Eau de Toilette Perfume Gift Set, £35

(Available from www.ticalondon.com)

The exotic Hei Poa mango perfume gift set comes complete with Nacres Or gold shimmer oil, so your body will be moisturised, your skin will shimmer and you will smell as sweet as the island itself.

Ideal for: Beach babes

Lolita Lempicka Forbidden Flower, £40 for 50ml eau de parfum

Heady, intriguing and feminine, the new fragrance by Lolita Lempicka is presented in a beautiful bottle that evokes a vintage feel. The scent itself includes Absinthe flower, and features crisp, sensual notes and a floral bouquet.

Ideal for: Sentimentalists

L'Occitane Cherry Eau de Toilette, £32

(www.loccitane.co.uk or call 020 7907 0301)

This delicious, fresh fragrance envelops the skin with the fruity and sparkling essences of an armful of sun-drenched petals, infused with the flavour of colourful fruit. Like a chilled afternoon in Provence...

Ideal for: Nostalgists

Maxmara Le Parfum, £44 for 50ml eau de parfum

(Stockist number: 0845 688 3343)

Said to feature 'surprising textures', this floral, spicy musk fragrance includes spicy notes of nutmeg flower and pink pepper, combined with a rich floral bouquet of tiare flower and Moroccan rose.

Ideal for: Glamour pusses

My Morgan, £15 for 30ml eau de toilette

(Available from The Fragrance Shop, Superdrug, Debenhams and Boots)

My Morgan is like sunshine in a bottle, fusing fresh and fruity top notes combined with a floral heart including lilac, violet and lily of the valley.

The warm base notes of vanilla, musk and cashmere create a soft, intoxicating scent.

Ideal for: Fashionistas

Banana Republic Rosewood, £31 for 50ml eau de parfum

(Available from Banana Republic and major department stores and perfumeries. Stockist enquiries: 08457 697 072)

This warm and creamy fragrance is both sweet and alluring. The floral-oriental scent combines champagne, bergamot and white tea leaves, while the pebble shaped bottle is feminine and elegant.

Ideal for: Luxury lovers

Dior Addict 2 Summer Litchi, £26 for 50ml eau de toilette spray

(Available from the Perfume Shop - www.theperfumeshop.com or 0845 601 1950)

The Dior Addict 2 Summer Litchi bottle is decorated with litchi flowers in different shades of pink, while the fragrance itself falls into the fresh and fruity category, and includes notes of grapefruit and rose.

Ideal for: Romantics

Ted Baker Summer Nights, £20 for 75ml eau de toilette

Also available for the man in your life, this limited edition fragrance from the popular fashion label features an edible blend of chocolate, rose and raspberries, making it a gourmet treat for both the skin and the senses.

Ideal for: Hedonists