Six of the best new fragrances for spring
These half dozen fresh new scents deserve a place on your dressing table, says Katie Wright
White snowdrops, pink blossom trees and yellow daffodils aren’t the only things blooming at the moment. From fresh, fruity spritzes to heady, floral blends, here are six of the best new scents that celebrate the joys of spring.
1. Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin
One of three new additions to the much-loved Molecule 01 family, this zesty pairing teams the seductive cedarwood scent of the original ‘Iso E Super’ molecule with mandarin orange. The citrus notes sing when you first spritz, then slowly fade, allowing the woody heart notes to shine.
£95 for 100ml
2. Jo Malone Yellow Hibiscus Cologne
Part of the Brilliant Blossoms collection, this totally tropical composition is as bright as a sunny spring morning, bursting with jasmine, rose, white musk and a squeeze of lime. The curvaceous bottle is a work of art too.
£52 for 30ml
3. Estée Lauder Beautiful Magnolia Eau de Parfum
Is there anything more beautiful than the creamy pink petals of the magnolia tree? The fragrant flower is the starting point for this delicate perfume, which combines magnolia oil and gardenia with water lotus and maté, giving it a lovely fresh and breezy feel.
£61.20, reduced from £72 for 50ml, John Lewis
4. Malin and Goetz Strawberry Eau de Parfum
Delving into the garden for inspiration once more, Malin and Goetz’s latest olfactory offering pays homage to that most summery of fruits, the strawberry. This isn’t a saccharine scent, however, it’s a grown up take, which teams the juicy red berry with zesty bergamot, pepper, jasmine and musk.
£75 for 50ml
5. Jo Loves Cobalt Patchouli and Cedar A Fragrance
Inspired by blue skies, this captivating cologne is no shrinking violet. Starring three ingredients often found in men’s fragrance – patchouli, vetiver and cedarwood – the unisex scent is fresh, bold and distinctive.
£115 for 100ml
6. Shiseido Ginza Eau de Parfum
Named after the upmarket district of Tokyo, Ginza evokes urban elegance – the dazzling top notes of pomegranate and pink peppercorn underpinned with heady jasmine and magnolia, while hinoki wood, a type of Japanese cypress, brings a woody depth.
£70 for 50ml