Searching for the best men’s perfume can be a tricky experience, regardless of budget or personal style. (We would know, after scouting our favorite stores and beyond). From fresh and fruity notes to deep and musky notes, there are countless combinations and possibilities. Not to mention the hundreds of tempting bottles lining department store shelves can easily make you feel overwhelmed.
However, finding a signature scent that suits your unique vibe is worth the search. To save you the trouble of tasting every scent you think is ‘the one’, we’ve put together a selection of crowd favorites that will suit just about everyone.
Here are Style Rave’s top picks of the best men’s perfumes…
#1. Chanel Blue
Be careful with this one, this one is for the man who embodies timeless elegance. Bleu de Chanel Parfum is a refined symphony. Woody notes of cedar and sandalwood create a powerful base, while a hint of citrus whispers intrigue. This long-lasting scent lingers like a perfectly tailored suit. It’s a great choice for a date.
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#2. Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò
Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of the Italian Riviera with Acqua di Giò. The Eau de Toilette offers a fresh, aquatic freshness with notes of mandarin and calone, perfect for a fun summer day. Easy with the spritz, the ladies will love this.
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#3. Prada Luna Rossa Sport
Confident and dynamic, Luna Rossa Sport is the fragrance for the man who thrives on competition. A hint of ginger and juniper berry awakens the senses, while lavender adds a touch of unexpected elegance. This means it has that fresh scent profile that men love. In fact, it is powerful and long lasting. What more can a man ask for?
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#4. Hugo boss boss
BOSS is a reliable staple for the modern gentleman and is a fragrance that never goes out of fashion. Slightly lighter than the original BOSS, this refined scent offers a clean and refreshing blend of citrus and wood. It’s perfect for the office or a night out: a versatile option with a refined look.
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#5. Believe Aventus
Notably, Aventus is the best-selling fragrance in The House of Creed’s history and remains a fan favorite. As a fruity fragrance, Aventus is balanced with a blend of apple, blackcurrant, cedarwood, birch and pineapple. For such a high-quality fragrance, there is no better recipe to smell wonderful. Aventus also boasts impressive endurance that lasts all day long. What a way to leave a trail of admirers.
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#6. Le Labo Still 13
If you don’t already know, Le Labo is one of those scents you’re likely to come across when walking around New York, but that’s mainly the Santal 33 scent. Another 13, Le Labo’s best-kept secret, takes a different route. This unconventional fragrance, a collaboration with Another magazine, is a symphony of contradictions. It contains a seductive blend of musky ambrette, jasmine petals and earthy violet leaves. Interestingly, Another 13 works based on the wearer’s skin chemistry. It’s a match made in Cologne heaven.
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#7. Yves Saint Laurent Y
Bold and energetic, this signature scent from YSL is the embodiment of modern masculinity and ambition. It is infused with sophisticated notes of sage and geranium, and rounded out with sensual undertones of amber and incense, creating a scent that is sultry and seductive. You’re going to want this.
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#8. Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey
Miyake’s L’Eau d’Issey is what you get when you refine the essence of water for a perfume. This aquatic masterpiece is a breath of fresh air, a cool cascade of watery notes laced with a hint of spicy coriander and earthy vetiver. In addition, L’Eau d’Issey also features fresh citrus notes that mingle with the warmth of exquisite herbs. It’s neither too masculine nor too feminine, so it’s a great unisex option. This fragrance is perfect for the man who lets his quiet confidence speak for itself.
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#9. Calvin Klein eternity for men
Launched in 1990, this aromatic fougère fragrance is anything but dated. Created with the inspiration of eternal love, Eternity opens with a hint of fresh citrus and lavender, creating a clean, invigorating scent. It ends with the base of sandalwood, musk and vetiver: a true love affair.
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#10. Hermes H24
Housed in a sleek, refillable bottle made from recycled glass, H24 is as environmentally conscious as it is adventurous. It contains a unique blend of clary sage, daffodil and rosewood, creating a fresh, metallic and aromatic scent. With a lifespan of 6 to 7 hours, the H24 is versatile enough to be worn both day and night, making it suitable for a variety of occasions, especially in professional environments.
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#11. Tom Ford Old Wood
Bold yet refined. This scent is undeniably luxurious. Rich oud, a resin prized for its depth and complexity, forms the heart of the fragrance. But Oud Wood doesn’t breed alone; it is balanced with the refreshing taste of ginger and the creamy warmth of sandalwood. Its lasting power and depth make it a favorite among those who appreciate a more refined aroma.
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#12. Dior Sauvage
The best cologne? Search no further. Dior’s Parfum is a modern classic with a fresh, aromatic and woody scent, perfect for any occasion. The captivating blend of Calabrian bergamot, black pepper, Sichuan pepper, lavender, pink pepper, vetiver, patchouli, geranium, elemi, ambroxan, cedar, labdanum and tobacco creates a unique and irresistible scent.
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Featured image: Virgile Guinard for Giorgio Armani via @regejean/Instagram
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