Summer is the time when designer perfumes launch their summer-inspired fragrances. The scents are usually flankers of the originals with a twist. Some are watered-down versions and others have new notes added to the earlier fragrances for that slightly distinct effect. But some labels like Ralph Lauren have designed an entire summer-inspired perfume collection that is made available all year round. Some just can’t get enough of the bright and sunny ambiance of the sun. So, all year round summer scents are created just for that – to quench the summer longings of the sun worshippers.

What’s the perfect summer fragrance?

First off, it should be light and crisp. A mélange of fruits and flowers would be perfect. Sweetness is a staple but it should not be heavy or cloyingly sweet. Next, add hints of musk, amber and patchouli. These notes are what make scents more exciting. A sprinkle here and there of musky sweetness leaves a very sensual trail. And to cap it off, sillage and above average longevity. You don’t want your perfume to evaporate into thin air after an hour or so, don’t you?

Here’s another round of fabulous floral fragrances from Ralph Lauren:

Ralph Hot

Ralph Hot is oriental vanilla. It’s rich, creamy and sugary-sweet. It has a warm dry down unlike the other floral-fruity scents in the Ralph collection. Like the name suggests, Ralph Hot is hot! The vanilla cake like aroma is very gourmand and very yummy!

Ralph Cool

Ralph Cool is a like a bunch of summer fruits. There’s watermelon, kiwi and lots of apples! It has a floral-aquatic appeal – such freshness that reminds you of the summer rains in June. It also contains cucumber peels, lemon notes and the usual sensual wood accords, musk and vetiver. Ralph Cool is more of a sporty fragrance and perfect for someone who has an active lifestyle.

Ralph

Ralph is a colorful and preppy floral-inspired fragrance. This scent is flower-power in a bottle. It features freesias, magnolia, linden blossom, boronia, apple tree leaves, Japanese loquat, musk and white orris. It evokes an essence of delicateness, of quiet femininity.

Ralph Rocks

Ralph Rocks epitomizes the inner rebel nature of the youth. It’s energetic, vibrant and full of energy. It opens up with a blast of orange blossoms then fades into a rich aromatic blend of lush green notes and coconut milk. Ralph Rocks excels in the longevity department. The scent is similar to Ralph but Rocks is a lot cooler.