An outstanding fragrance is a vital part of beauty related items for spring and summer.  I am transported to a balmy island with an ice cold fruity drink when I inhale Creed Virgin Island Water, a bit of heaven on this crazy earth of ours. Top notes of coconut, lime and mandarin orange smell every bit as wonderful as they sound like they should.  It’s addictive so it’s a good thing a little goes a long way.  

Believe it or not, I, a sophisticated woman of a certain age, am going to recommend With Love by Hilary Duff. Sort of a woody, oriental scent, I get compliments often when I sport this stuff.  It changes on you too, going from a bit sweet in the onset to a more earthy finish as the day goes on. Scent truly does remind of us of happy memories and we link it with events and people for what is sometimes a lifetime.