Burberry Fragrance review

Burberry Summer 2007 Review: A Limited-Edition Floral

A fresh, fruity floral that captures the ease of warm-weather days.

By Vivir ·
Burberry Summer 2007 is a limited-edition women's fragrance that was released as a summer flanker to Burberry Classic. Created by perfumers Philippe Roques and Mark Buxton, it is an EDT designed to capture the ease and freshness of warm-weather days. The scent is built around a crisp apple opening, a translucent floral heart, and a soft musk-vanilla base. In the world of designer summer flankers, Burberry Summer 2007 stands out for its uncomplicated, airy character. It does not try to be a powerhouse or a complex niche composition. Instead, it offers a clean, fruity-floral experience that is easy to wear and well suited to daytime, casual, and office settings. Its accords include floral, fresh, fruity, musky, aquatic, rose, powdery, green, and vanilla facets. This review covers the original 2007 edition. It is important to note that Burberry Summer is an annual limited release, and the 2009, 2011, and 2013 editions have different note compositions. If you are searching for a specific year, verify the bottle and batch details before buying.
Longevity
2.0
Projection
2.0
Sillage
3.0
$30-$80
SpringSummerFallWinter

Accords

Floral Fresh Fruity Musky Aquatic Rose Powdery Green Vanilla

Notes Pyramid

Top
Apple
Heart
FreesiaWater LilyRose
Base
MuskVanilla

Scent Journey

1
Opening 0-30 min

The first 0-30 minutes are dominated by a crisp, juicy apple note. It feels bright, slightly sweet, and lifted by a fresh aquatic quality that keeps the opening clean and summery.

2
Heart 1-2 hrs

From roughly 1-2 hours, the heart reveals freesia, water lily, and rose. The floral blend is translucent and soft, with a gentle powdery facet and a green freshness that prevents it from becoming heavy.

3
Drydown 4+ hrs

The musk and vanilla base settles close to the skin as the fragrance fades, typically within 2-4 hours. The finish is soft, clean, and slightly sweet, but it does not linger long.

Performance Dashboard

Longevity 2.0/5

2-4 hours (light; reapplication needed)

Projection 2.0/5

soft to moderate

Sillage 3.0/5

moderate

When to Wear

SpringBest
SummerBest
FallOK
WinterAvoid
daytimecasualofficewarm weather

Pros & Cons

  • Fresh, easy-to-wear summer scent
  • Pleasant apple and water lily opening
  • Affordable at retail for a designer EDT
  • Limited-edition appeal
  • Longevity is short at 2-4 hours
  • Projection is soft to moderate
  • Requires reapplication
  • Limited availability may raise secondary market prices

Price & Value

$30-$80
100ml EDT typically retails between $30 and $80 USD.

“Good value if purchased near retail; limited-edition status can inflate prices.”

Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported for the 2007 limited edition. Note that Burberry Summer is an annual limited release; the 2009, 2011, and 2013 editions have different note compositions and should be evaluated separately.

Who It's For

Ideal For

  • Women who enjoy light, fresh floral-fruity scents
  • Warm-weather daytime wear
  • Office and casual settings
  • Fans of Burberry Classic looking for a summer alternative

Not Recommended For

  • Those who want strong projection or all-day longevity
  • Cold-weather scent seekers
  • Fans of heavy orientals or gourmands

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Final Verdict

Burberry Summer 2007 is a pleasant, uncomplicated limited-edition floral that shines in warm weather. Its short longevity and soft projection mean it is best for casual daytime wear and frequent reapplication. If you find it near retail and enjoy fresh apple-floral scents, it is a worthwhile summer pick.

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