Ok, so it’s not quite summer yet and we still have a couple of months of bleak winter, but it is still the perfect time to talk about a light, fruity fragrance. Why? Because it’s a pick-me-up when there’s still snow outside and you might just be planning that great escape from winter and a fresh scent is a must for a beach getaway.

One of our all-time favourite scents has to be Jo Malone’s Nectarine Blossom & Honey Cologne (we adore a few Jo Malone scents, but this is definitely the one we go through each year). It’s super fruity with hints of spring blossoms and the sweetness of honey, but it’s not too rich with sweetness and in hot temps the scent’s fruitiness shines through. The 30 mL size is also ideal for travelling and only £34.00. If you’re looking to add more depth (or just not ready to spritz on a full-out spring fragrance yet) try mixing it with another Jo Malone fave, Warm Nutmeg & Ginger Cologne. It softens the fruit just enough to make a fragrance perfect for the transition from winter to spring.

Available at Holt Renfrew and jomalone.co.uk.