by Erika Dykstra
Who says you can't bottle nature? Certainly not these fragrance designers. From humid nights in the tropics, to salty breezes off the surf in Newport Beach, these perfumes capture the essence of the beach. So close your eyes, breathe deeply, and drink in summer's most intoxicating scents. |
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Beach by Bobbi Brown
$35 - 1 oz.
Imagine one part coconut scented suntan oil, one part sun-baked sand, two parts salt air and a hint of mandarin, and you've got Beach. Increase the intensity and longevity of this light spray by layering it atop Bobbi Brown's moisturizing Beach Body Oil ($28 - 3.4 oz.). |
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Tommy Bahama Fragrance for Women by Tommy Bahama
$55 - 1.7 oz. / $75 - 3.4 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray
Like burying your nose in a bouquet of tropical flowers, this alluring, exotic fragrance tickles the nose and ignites the senses. Then again, we'd expect nothing less from Tommy Bahama. |
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Sex on the Beach by Demeter
$10 - 0.5 oz. / $18 - 1 oz. Eau de Toilette Spray
Prefer your beach memories with a side of Spring Break fiestas? Like its namesake cocktail, this ultra sweet, fruity scent has an edginess that's perfect for the party girls of summer. |
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Eternity Summer by Calvin Klein
$50 - 3.4 oz. Eau de Toilette Spray
Cool and clean, like the soft, sparkling scent of fresh washed linens hung out to dry in a crisp, Cape Cod breeze. |
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Miami Glow by J.Lo
$42 - 1.7 oz. / $56 - 3.4 oz. Eau de Toilette Spray
Passionate and sexy, just like South Beach's steamy, summer nights. A mix of tropical fruits, coconut and musk scents. Added bonus: The clear glass bottle comes adorned with a multi-colored string bracelet ornamented with a copper-colored, pair-of-flip-flops charm. |
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Island by Michael Kors
$60- 1.7 oz. / $75 - 3.4 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray
Super clean and tingling with overtones of citrus fruits and island flowers. Subtle enough to wear everyday, yet dazzling enough for date night. |
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cK One Summer by Calvin Klein
$38 - 3.4 oz. Eau de Toilette Spray
A sultry, citrus scent made for him or her. Invigorating, just like the original cK One, but with a mysterious and sexy kick. |
