The Ultimate Fragrances For Him: A Definitive Guide

Fragrances are an essential part of personal style and self-expression, and for men, the right cologne can be a real game-changer. Whether you're looking for a signature scent to wear every day or something special for date nights, there's a cologne out there that will enhance your natural odour and have people turning heads wherever you go.

The world of men's fragrances can be daunting, with so many options available, but fear not! We've narrowed down some of the must-have fragrances for him, so read on to discover the scents that will leave a lasting impression.

One of the most popular and iconic colognes for men is Chanel Bleu de Chanel. This fresh and woody fragrance features notes of citrus, cedar, and sandalwood, with a touch of tonka bean and vanilla for added appeal. It's an excellent choice for a first cologne and is sure to impress, with its magnetic cap adding a touch of luxury.

If you're looking for something a little more unique, D.S. & Durga Debaser by D.S. & Durga is a tropical fragrance that will make you feel like a rich guy on vacation. With notes of bergamot, pear, fig, coconut milk, and tonka bean, it's a multidimensional scent that's sure to be a conversation starter.

For a classic, versatile option, you can't go wrong with Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò. This fresh, coastal fragrance combines bergamot and neroli, transporting you to a quiet Italian seaside town. It's masculine without being too heavy and is perfect for all seasons.

For something a little more affordable, Nautica Voyage is an excellent drugstore option. This subtle, fresh, and long-lasting cologne evokes the crisp, cool water with its blend of green apple, cedar, and florals, all without breaking the bank.

For a more intense and seductive scent, Gucci Guilty Pour Homme is a unique combination of rose, chili pepper, and cedarwood. This aromatic experience is perfect for date nights or late-night parties, leaving a lasting impression with its rich and sensual fragrance.

There you have it! These are just a few of the must-have fragrances for him, offering a range of options to suit different tastes and occasions. Remember, the perfect fragrance is subjective, so don't be afraid to experiment and find the scent that makes you feel confident and expresses your unique personality.

Characteristics	Values
Price	$19 - $495
Fragrance Family	Citrus, Woody, Amber, Floral, Fresh, Spicy, Warm, Aquatic, Aromatic, Musk, Sweet, Nature-inspired, Bold, Crisp, Dry, Earthy, Smoky, Tropical, Green, Citrus, Leather, Mint, Fruity, Desert-inspired, Clean, Tangy, Singular, Fiery, Long-lasting, Pheromone, Vanilla, Summer, Fall, Winter, Luxury, Aromatic, Musk, Woody, Citrus, Fresh, Floral, Spicy, Leather, Green, Tropical, Sandalwood, Citrus, Amber, Genderless, Travel, Niche, Iconic, Luxury, Long-lasting, Subtle, Unisex, Woody, Citrus, Floral, Spicy, Leather, Musk, New Citrus, New Oud, Green, Woody
Notes	Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Calabrian Bergamot, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedar, Citrus Accord, Labdanum, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Calabrian Bergamot, Pepper, Amberwood, Ambroxan, Iced Mango, Lemon, Tangerine, Sandalwood, Sage, Patchouli Noir, Thyme, Elemi, Pink Pepper, Cypress, Suede, Geranium, Vetiver, Frankincense, Cedar, Thyme, Elemi, Pink Pepper, Cypress, Suede, Geranium, Vetiver, Frankincense, Cedar, Bergamot, Ginger, Pineapple, Sage, Juniper Berry, Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Bergamot, Ginger, Pineapple, Sage, Juniper Berry, Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Calabrian Bergamot, Neroli, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Neroli, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Musk, Moss, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Calabrian Bergamot, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Amber, Yuzu, Mandarin, Mint Oil, Geranium Flower, Clary Sage, Ambermax, Cedarwood, Vetiver Orpur Essence, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Bergamot Essence, Pink Essence, Iris Absolute, Vetiver Essence, Sage Essence, Vetiver Essence, Tonka Bean, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Lemon, Mandarin, Mint Oil, Candied Apple, Geranium Flower, Clary Sage, Amber, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Orpur Essence, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Saffron, Lemon, Sage, Redwood, Grapefruit, Lavender, Saffron, Lemon, Sage, Redwood, Cardamom, Cedar, Bergamot, Vetiver, Patchouli, Pink Pepper, Cinnamon, Chili Pepper, Saffron, Leather, Vetiver, Tobacco, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Elemi, Cinnamon, Chili Pepper, Saffron, Leather, Vetiver, Tobacco, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Mint Leaves, Orange Blossom, Vanilla Madagascar, Lemon, Mandarin, Mint, Geranium, Amber, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Bergamot, Nutmeg, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Patchouli, Pepper, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Clove, Benzoin, Incense, Sandalwood, White Musks, Juniper Berries, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Jasmine, Smoke, Tonka Bean, Ambrox, Musk, Amber, Jasmine Petals, Moss, Ambroxan, Jasmine Petals, Moss, Ambrette Seeds, Bergamot, Cucumber, Vanilla, Musk, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Musk, Leather, Cedarwood, Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Cinnamon, Chili Pepper, Saffron, Leather, Vetiver, Tobacco, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, Elemi, Cinnamon, Chili Pepper, Saffron, Leather, Vetiver, Tobacco, Lavender, Pepper, Grapefruit, Neroli, Rum Absolute, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Tobacco Leaf Absolute, Vanilla, Styrax Resin, Pink Pepper, Lemon, Neroli, Rum Absolute, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Tobacco Leaf, Vanilla, Styrax Resin, Yuzu, Vetiver, Basil, Clove, Rosemary, Mint, Fennel, Amber, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Black Currant, Cashmere Wood, Citrus, Green Mandarin, Black Currant, Cashmere Wood, Citrus, Green Mandarin, Black Currant, Cashmere Wood, Citrus, Bergamot, Lavender, Vetiver, Juniper Berry, Tobacco, Bergamot, Iso E Super, Vetiver, Civettone, Ambroxan, Bergamot, Iso E Super, Vetiver, Civettone, Ambroxan, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Green Notes, Fig, Tonka, Wood, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Chocolate, Clary Sage, Patchouli, Bergamot, Ginger, Pineapple, Sage, Juniper Berry, Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Clove, Amber, Sandalwood, Musk, Sandalwood, Cardamom, Iris, Violet, Leather Accord, Musk, Grapefruit, Orange, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Grapefruit, Orange Blossom, Lavender, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Bergamot, Pepper, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Frankincense, Pear, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Citrus, Resin, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Clove, Amber, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Cypress, Cardamom, Timut Pepper, Hazelnut, Nutmeg, Clove Bud, Eucalyptus, Labdanum, Vetiver, Ahuehuete Tree, Grapefruit, Cypress, Cardamom, Timut Pepper, Hazelnut, Nutmeg, Clove Bud, Eucalyptus, Labdanum, Vetiver, Ahuehuete Tree, Bergamot, Pepper, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Citrus, Bergamot, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Musk, Moss, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Ginger, Pineapple, Sage, Juniper Berry, Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Clove, Benzoin, Incense, Sandalwood, White Musks, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Musk, Leather, Cedarwood, Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mint, Orange Blossom, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Bergamot, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Absolute Heart, Woods Accord, Bergamot, Iris Absolute, Vetiver Essence, Sage Essence, Vetiver Essence, Tonka Bean, Bergamot, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Mint, Geranium, Amber, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Orpur Essence, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Saffron, Lemon, Sage, Redwood, Cardamom, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Lavender, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Mandarin, Hazelnut, Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Bergamot, Pepper, Incense, Cedar, Bergamot, Citrus, Cedar, Tonka Bean, Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Apple, Mimosa, Cedarwood, Water Lotus, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Green Tangerine, Jasmine, Rosemary, Patchouli, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Mint, Geranium, Birch, Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, 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Patchouli, Musk, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Grapefruit, Neroli, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Bergamot, Grapefruit,

Best Overall

A fresh, coastal fragrance that’s masculine without being too heavy – close your eyes and the blend of bergamot and neroli will transport you to some quiet Italian seaside town. Although it practically screams summer, it’s just grounded enough to work in all seasons and it smells expensive. “I will follow a man wearing this down the street,” says Natasha Pearlman, Glamour’s executive editor.

Notes

Bergamot, neroli, green tangerine, jasmine, rosemary, patchouli

Sizes

67 oz., 1.7 oz., 3.4 oz., 6.7 oz.

Chanel's bestseller is a mainstay for countless good-smelling guys. Citrus, cedar, and sandalwood lend a fresh, woody vibe, while spicier notes of tonka bean and vanilla add some sex appeal. It's got a sweeter edge than many other musk-forward designer scents, making it one that women especially love. Plus, there’s no flex quite like having a Chanel bottle on your dresser or in your bathroom cabinet.

Notes

Citrus, cedar, tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood

Sizes

7 oz., 3.4 oz., 5 oz.

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Best Budget

Smelling good doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are some affordable fragrances that will leave a lasting impression:

Nautica Voyage Eau de Toilette ($19): This subtle, fresh, and long-lasting scent is a cult favourite. With notes of green apple, cedar, and florals, it evokes the crispness of cool water. It's a fantastic option for men who want something uncomplicated and fresh.
Cremo Spice & Black Vanilla Eau de Toilette ($23): This warm, slightly sweet, and spicy fragrance offers excellent value for money. It has a surprising staying power, with cardamom and tobacco notes that dry down to reveal a subtle sweet vanilla base. The elegant and simple rectangular glass bottle exudes sophistication.
Dossier Aromatic Pineapple Eau de Parfum (Under $75): This scent is described as "the best smell ever" by a Glamour contributor. It's a dupe of YSL's Y, with a unique twist of bergamot, ginger, pineapple, sage, juniper berry, amber, and cedarwood. It's a sexy, soft, and warm fragrance that can be worn by both men and women.
Nautica Voyage Eau de Toilette ($20): This long-lasting scent has earned a cult following for its subtle, fresh, and aquatic notes. It's an excellent drugstore option that smells more expensive than its price tag. With its blend of green apple, cedar, and florals, it evokes the crispness of cool water.
Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Eau de Toilette (Under $75): This fresh and clean starter scent is ideal for teenagers or anyone who wants something simple and refreshing. With notes of bergamot, black pepper, mint, geranium, musk, moss, and sandalwood, it's a potent yet hard-to-overspray fragrance.
D.S. & Durga I Don't Know What Eau de Parfum ($120): This pheromone cologne amplifies your natural scent with iso e super and ambrox. The overall scent is earthy and light, yet persistent, leaving a subtle and sensual impression. It's perfect for extroverts and thoughtful wallflowers alike.

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Best for Winter

When the temperature drops, it's time to switch up your fragrance game. Here are some of the best fragrances for men to wear during the winter:

Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club

This fragrance is an ideal choice for the winter season, with its warm and spicy notes of pink pepper, rum, tobacco, and vanilla. It evokes the feeling of being in a dimly lit jazz club, surrounded by the scent of cigars and leather chairs. The sweetness of the rum and vanilla notes gives way to the tobacco and spice, resulting in a sophisticated and well-balanced scent. It's long-lasting and perfect for making a lasting impression during the colder months.

Azzaro The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum

This cologne is a perfect choice for those who want to feel warm and cosy during the winter. It has a woodsy blend with a hint of ginger and bourbon vanilla, creating a spicy and fiery scent. The fragrance has excellent staying power and pairs well with your favourite winter cocktails. It's an unapologetically masculine scent that will keep you feeling snug and stylish all season long.

Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille

For a cosy winter evening, Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille is an excellent choice. It's a warm and spicy fragrance with notes of tobacco leaf, vanilla, and ginger. The vanilla note is carefully balanced, making it more approachable than a typical vanilla-forward cologne. The tobacco and ginger add depth and a touch of boldness. It's an intense and luxurious fragrance, so a little goes a long way.

Ralph Lauren Polo Black

A classic that stands the test of time, Ralph Lauren's Polo Black is a bold fusion of iced mango, lemon, tangerine, and woody notes like sandalwood and patchouli. It's an aromatic and bittersweet fragrance that's perfect for making a statement during the winter. The combination of fresh citrus and woody notes creates an intriguing and memorable scent that's ideal for the colder months.

Dior Sauvage Elixir Parfum

Dior Sauvage Elixir Parfum is an excellent choice for winter, with its spicy and sensual notes of licorice, lavender, and nutmeg. It's a perfect fragrance for date nights and cold-weather evenings. The licorice note gives it a unique zesty twist, making it memorable and appealing. It's a sophisticated and warm fragrance that's sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Best Long-Lasting

When it comes to long-lasting fragrances, Creed Aventus is a popular choice. Described as "the best-selling men's fragrance in the history of The House of Creed", this scent features crisp top notes of apple, blackcurrant, pineapple, and bergamot, with base notes including birch, patchouli, vanilla, and musk. It has impressive staying power, with one reviewer noting that it "easily fills a room".

If you're looking for a long-lasting fragrance on a budget, Cremo Spice & Black Vanilla is an excellent option. This eau de toilette combines cardamom, cashmere wood, bourbon vanilla, and vetiver for a warm, slightly sweet, and spicy fragrance. Despite its affordable price, it has surprising staying power, with reviewers commenting that it "held up very well on my skin, hair, and fabric".

For a fresh, citrusy scent with excellent longevity, Chanel Bleu de Chanel is a popular choice. This woody fragrance features zesty grapefruit balanced by earthy cedar and sandalwood. It has been described as having impressive staying power, with one reviewer noting that it "consistently smelled great across all fabrics".

Other long-lasting fragrances for men include:

Dior Sauvage: A nature-inspired scent with warm notes of bergamot, pepper, and amberwood.
Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette: A blend of frosted grapefruit, rose absolute, musk, amber, blond leather, and white wood.
Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum Intense: A woody and citrusy fragrance with notes of blue juniper berries, lavender, and patchouli.
Maison Margiela 'Replica' Jazz Club: A sophisticated, unisex scent with notes of pink pepper, rum, tobacco leaf, and vanilla.
Dior Homme Eau de Toilette: A masculine and elevated fragrance featuring Atlas cedar, patchouli, and vetiver.
Versace Eros: A playful and sexy fragrance with notes of mint, orange blossom, and vanilla.

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Best Citrus

Citrus fragrances are a great way to feel fresh and elegant. Here are some of the best citrus fragrances for men:

Chanel Bleu de Chanel

Chanel's Bleu de Chanel is a bright and understated scent that is easy to wear. It is a woody cologne with notes of cedar and sandalwood, balanced by zesty grapefruit. This fragrance has great lasting power and is ideal for those looking for their first cologne.

Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme

This cologne is like summer in a bottle, with bright citrus dancing atop delicate floral notes and grounded in amber. It is not overwhelming, making it perfect for daytime wear and those with fragrance sensitivities.

Dior Sauvage

Inspired by nature, Dior's Sauvage is an earthy and woody scent with warm notes of bergamot, pepper, and amberwood. It is refined and non-overpowering, making it suitable for winter wear as well.

Acqua di Parma Colonia

One of Acqua di Parma's most popular colognes, Colonia is a fresh and citrusy scent suitable for any occasion. It includes key notes of lemon, bergamot, lavender, and patchouli.

Terre d'Hermes

A fresh and striking scent, Hermes' Terre d'Hermes features notes of citron, juniper berry, and Timut pepper. It is citrusy yet woody, perfect for springtime and nature lovers.

Atelier Cologne Clementine California

A crowd-pleaser and a great choice for warm weather, Clementine California is a citrusy fragrance with notes of clementine and mandarin.

Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine

A bright and cheerful fragrance, Orange Sanguine is a great way to add some sunshine to your day. It layers well with vanilla scents, creating a unique and interesting combination.

Hermes Eau D'Orange Verte

A cologne that is perfect for hot days, Eau D'Orange Verte is a vibrant and lively citrus fragrance.

Dior Homme Cologne

A bright citrus fragrance with notes of lemon, ginger, and iris, Dior Homme Cologne is a refreshing and elegant choice.

Guerlain Homme L'Eau Boisée

With notes of lime and vetiver, this cologne is a refreshing and lively choice, perfect for those who enjoy a citrusy and green scent.

Givenchy Blue Label

Givenchy's Blue Label opens with a superb citrus note, making it a great choice for those who enjoy a fresh and zesty fragrance.

Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme

A long-lasting citrus scent, this fragrance by Yves Saint Laurent is a great choice for those wanting a stronger, more intense citrus cologne.

Pierre Balmain Monsieur Balmain

With a fresh lemon opening and a softer dry-down, Monsieur Balmain is an affordable and high-quality citrus fragrance.

Jo Malone London Grapefruit

A simple and inoffensive citrus fragrance, Jo Malone's Grapefruit is a great choice for those who want a no-fuss, elegant citrus scent.

These fragrances offer a range of citrus-forward profiles, from bright and zesty to warm and spicy, ensuring there is a scent to suit any preference.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a good fragrance for him to wear every day?

A versatile, fresh scent like Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò or Chanel Bleu de Chanel is a great option for everyday wear.

What are some affordable fragrance options for him?

Nautica Voyage and Mugler A*Men Fantasm are excellent choices for under $50 and $100, respectively.

What are some popular woody fragrances for him?

Popular woody fragrances for him include Viktor&Rolf Spicebomb, Gucci Guilty Pour Homme, and Hermès Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver.

What are some long-lasting fragrances for him?

Fragrances with higher concentrations of fragrance oils tend to last longer. Options like Creed Aventus and Hermès H24 Herbes Vives are known for their longevity.

What are some good fragrances for him to wear in the winter?

For the winter season, consider warmer and spicier fragrances such as Maison Margiela Replica Jazz Club or Azzaro The Most Wanted.