There comes a time every year, when the tulips start blooming, my coffee order goes from vanilla latte to iced vanilla latte, and my Nancy Meyers obsession reemerges. White linens and beach cottages start working their way onto my Pinterest feeds. The words “coastal grandma” become my north star. Some might embrace Nancy Meyers for her fall coziness, but for me, spring is when that Something’s Gotta Give Hamptons beach house really calls my name.
While I’m, of course, seated for annual rewatches, what really transports me from my shoebox NYC apartment to a gorgeous Nancy Meyers living room is the right fragrance. Perfumes that sit close to the skin and make you want to lean closer. They evoke that breezy, soft linen and sea air energy that a Nancy Meyers movie exudes. If you’re ready to embrace Nancy Meyers spring, here are the perfumes that will make you feel straight out of one of her films.
Notes: Fig Milk, Magnolia, Vanilla Orchid
While I definitely don’t think Nance would be a gourmand girl, I know that she would absolutely adore this perfume. It’s creamy and sweet while still keeping that subtle, versatile energy a Nancy Meyers fragrance demands. Feminine, soft, and just a touch floral, it will be your new spring signature scent.
Notes: Violet, White Tea, Cedar
Le Labo’s newest fragrance is the epitome of a Nancy Meyers perfume. Think of it like the white linen pants of the perfume world. Classic, goes with everything, and endlessly wearable.
Notes: Indian Turmeric Essence, Sambac Jasmine Absolute, Peach
This is one of those fragrances where I was a little unsure if I would like it based on the notes, but once I caught a whiff, I was absolutely obsessed. It’s so fresh, unique, and layered, like a Nancy Meyers living room with just the right balance of classic and personality. And trust me, you’ll get compliments every time you wear it.
Notes: Sicilian Lemon, Frangipani, Amber Woods
Dolce & Gabbana just launched an Eau de Parfum version of their cult classic Light Blue Eau de Toilette, and it definitely has the Nancy Meyers stamp of approval. It’s a gorgeous blend of lemon and white florals that demands to be worn on a gorgeous beach. It’s the ultimate coastal grandma scent, and I’ll be reaching for it again and again in the warmer months.
Notes: Bergamot, Sandalwood, Muget
If your favorite Nancy Meyers aesthetic is Nick Parker’s incredible Napa Valley vineyard in The Parent Trap, Suede is right up your alley. It’s a bit of a darker, woody scent that screams chic.
Notes: Nectar, Lavender, Amber Milk
While I think Nancy would love pretty much every DedCool fragrance, I think Mineral Milk encapsulates her aesthetic the most. It’s a fresh, dewy solar scent that feels like taking a calming deep breath of sea air every time you spritz it.
Notes: White Musk, Sweet Rose
Described as the “classic white tee” of the fragrance world, Rosie is the perfect Nancy Meyers perfume. It’s a very musky skin scent with just the slightest amount of rose to bring a subtle sweetness.
Notes: Rice Milk, Tiare Water, Ambrox, Evening Jasmine
Glossier is another brand where every scent has that Nancy Meyers feel, but their newest release, Soie, takes it to the next level. The bottle alone just looks like it belongs on the dresser in one of her film sets.
Notes: Bergamot Essence, Iso E Super, Ambrox
If you think you don’t like perfumes, you need to try I Don’t Know What. It has such a subtle, natural quality that makes it seem like you just naturally smell fabulous.
Notes: Guava, Pink Waterlily, Sandalwood
Fresh and clean while still having that signature Nancy Meyers warmth, Rinse Cycle is a perfume you’ll wear on repeat. It brightens up your day with a single spritz.
Notes: Italian Bergamot Orpur, Lemon Zest, Coconut Shavings
Lake & Skye’s 11 11 Moon smells like visiting your cool aunt’s beach house—definitely Nancy Meyers vibes. Warm notes like coconut shavings, amber, and cashmeran musk meet the bright citrus in bergamot and lemon zest for a balanced fragrance that you’ll never get sick of.
Lauren Blue, Associate Editor & Book Club Co-Host
As an Associate Editor for The Everygirl, Lauren ideates and writes content for every facet of our readers’ lives, from must-read books and behind-the-scenes interviews to beauty products she can’t live without. When she isn’t sitting in an AMC watching the latest buzzy release, she can be found scouring Goodreads for the perfect pick for The Everygirl Book Club. There, she co-hosts discussions with members, debating plotlines, fancasting characters, and, of course, tossing in her own recommendations.
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