7 Best Perfumes That Smell Like the Beach

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Review

Beach scents don’t come any classier than Tom Ford’s Soleil Blanc Eau de Parfum. Crafted by Natalie Gracia-Cetto, in 2016, it has the refreshing and luxurious aroma of coconut mixed with suntan lotion. Hello, summer!

Soleil Blanc brings together exotic white florals and coconut in a creamy blend. Add to this mixture yummy pistachios, spicy cardamom, warm amber, and sweet Tonka, and you have one sultry and heady tropical concoction. 

This scent is essentially sunshine in a bottle, all wrapped in spice. In other words, get ready to be whisked to a dreamy island resort. Furthermore, Soleil Blanc belongs to Tom Ford’s exclusive Private Blend Collection, hence the irrepressible classic elegance that defines this solar floral scent.  

Soleil Blanc cologne comes nestled in an eye-catching flacon with classic architectural lines. It is the perfect addition to a refined man’s vanity.

Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk Review

Soft, relaxing, and sensual are the best words to describe this perfume that smells like sunscreen. A fruity floral gourmand creation of perfumers Jacques Cavallier and Marie Salamagne, Beach Walk aptly captures sun-kissed skin slathered with suntan lotion.

Beach Walk is structured around citrusy top notes, a floral heart, and a base containing woody musky tones. The beginning is refreshing and slightly salty, then evolves into a sweet, creamier profile owing to the coconut and ylang-ylang at the core. Overall, the perfume has a lovely aroma and feels clean and feminine, with a hint of musk.

A few spritzes of this fragrance are sure to transport you to the beach, where you can imagine yourself frolicking to your heart’s pleasure. It has an average sillage but lasts reasonably long.

Beach Walk presents in a classical flacon reminiscent of a medicine bottle from an apothecary.  

Pro Tip: Soaring temperatures and fragrance staying power don’t go together. So, if you feel the need to boost your perfume’s longevity, try spritzing some on your clothes. However, please note that some materials don’t take this kindly – they stain. Here’s how to avoid perfume stains.

Amouage Beach Hut Review

Amouage Beach Hut Woman is what the doctor would prescribe for a restful break from your daily hustle or what to pack for a simple beach vacay. The aptly named scent got its inspiration from a deserted beach and perfectly captures its beauty, calm, and serenity.

Woody, mineral, and marine elements come together in this intriguing tropical perfume. Leading the top notes is bergamot, followed by a mineral accord, while the base captures cashmeran and patchouli for depth. Meantime, marine accords rest in the middle layer adding seaside essences to the fragrance.

Beach Hut Woman smells slightly sweet, exotic, and smoky, with wet wood undertones. It also sports a masculine leaning, making it suitable for both genders. And if you have a nose for scents, you’ll quickly pick out the crisp bergamot, sun-dried driftwood, a mineralic accord, and towards the end, the cashmeran blanket that wraps everything up in a warm hug. 

This magnificent formulation is available at an eye-watering price. But if you don’t mind a little splurge, go on, treat yourself. Besides, it’s one of the most realistic beach perfumes available.

Aerin Mediterranean Honeysuckle Review

A fragrance inspired by honeysuckle, Mediterranean Honeysuckle Eau de Parfum’s fresh floral fruitiness beckons you to escape the mundane. After all, the perfume was designed to transport the wearer to the sunny Mediterranean beaches. 

The bright fragrance unfurls with a burst of tart citrus – luscious grapefruit and sparkling bergamot – and deepens to a heady floral bouquet. Delicious honeysuckle, gardenia, jasmine absolute, and lily-of-the-valley are ready to take you on a beautiful journey – if you let them. Accompanying these sweet notes is Italian bergamot and mandarin oil, adding more oomph to the juicy florals. 

Mediterranean Honeysuckle comes in a beautiful flacon topped with an azure blue topper. The fresh summer scent offers slightly above-average performance, but for a more wholesome experience, consider purchasing an accompanying body cream or body bath.

Hermes Eau Des Merveilles Bleue Review

Hermes fragrances are in a league of their own – from their to-die-for scents to stunning flacons. In this case, Eau Des Merveilles Bleue presents in a clear cylindrical flacon reminiscent of a magnifying glass. 

The French brand presents this aromatic aquatic mineral scent for anyone looking to invoke a refreshing walk on the beach. Crafted by Hermès perfumer Christine Nagel, the feminine scent effortlessly captures the magic of the ocean against a clear blue sky. And like a childhood memory, it is steeped in innocence. 

As you sniff this glittering concoction, you inhale patchouli notes reminiscent of the sea. These warm accords blend beautifully with bright juniper berry and calming woody elements for an invigorating effect. 

For best results, wear this fresh, aquatic scent during spring and summer.

Michael Kors Wonderlust Eau de Voyage Review

Calling on all adventure lovers! Beware though, this is not your typical tropical/summery fragrance, as the scent profile is quite complex. If you are intrigued, wait for the juicy details.

Wonderlust Eau de Voyage by Michael Kors is a composition categorized as a floral woody musk. It gives off fresh and clean floral vibes thanks to a salty opening, plus you can also pick out the carnation and orange blossom at the core.

As it dries down, Wonderlust assumes a change in profile, trailing off with woods, musk, and a touch of mineral tones. Overall, you get a stunning floral with traces of citrus and wood.

Another thing, this scent is quite evocative. Wonderlust echoes the feel of a cool oceanic breeze. Best of all, it’s playful, well-balanced, easy to wear, and reasonably priced – the beautiful flacon only adds to the allure of the delightful perfume.

What more would you want from a beach fragrance?

Vacation By Arquiste Review

Another unisex perfume that smells like the beach is Vacation Perfume EDT. Rodrigo Flores-Roux conceived this 2021 formulation, which embodies vacation in a bottle. It’s all about the sun, the sea, and sunscreen.

Vacation EDT opens with a generous dose of coconut, then blooms into a fruity bouquet with bergamot, pineapple, and banana paired with musk and solar notes. The base contains sea salt, aqua notes, and plastic/lycra nuances.

This is not a loud fragrance. It performs decently while offering a mild projection. However, if you like coconut, you’ll adore how creamy, sweet, and luxurious it turns out here. Plus, the banana smell is so authentic.  

Vacation perfume is a summer staple. It comes in an aesthetically pleasing bottle and will look great in your beach bag.