Take a quick wander down the men’s fragrance aisle and you’ll spot the same headliners popping up again and again. Their sleek bottles promise swagger yet, once you spritz, they can blur into the same woody or aquatic fog as everyone else’s. If you want something that actually feels like you, it might be time to dig a little deeper and opt for a scent that goes beyond what is trending. Good news—plenty of standout men’s perfumes are waiting, crafted not just around buzzworthy notes but around the moods they inspire.
Step into the sensual atmosphere of a vintage jazz club with this warm, inviting fragrance. Maison Margiela's Replica Jazz Club captures the essence of a night out in a speakeasy with its notes of rum, tobacco and sweet vanilla. It's rich and cosy, with a touch of sophistication that makes it perfect for the man who enjoys a bit of mystery and indulgence.
Jazz Club captures the feel of stepping out of a smoky bar after dinner. Warm rum leads the scent, joined by a spark of pink pepper, smooth tobacco and a gentle touch of vanilla. The result is cosy, inviting and perfect for an evening that runs late.
Where most leather fragrances have bold and screechy notes, Salvatore Ferragamo offers up a brighter iteration. The fruity notes of bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin mingle leisurely through the milieu, layered over a soft leather accord for a fragrance that is memorable without ever being cloying.
If florals don’t play the starring role on your fragrance shelf currently, you’ll want to make an exception for Tom Ford’s Black Orchid EDT when buying men’s fragrances. There is no room to shy away here, just to stand out as the floral notes of tuberose make their presence known right from the first sniff. As the day wears on, you’ll find the velvety notes of patchouli, incense and lotus enveloping your senses.
The opening of this Givenchy pick features the zesty freshness of citrus that is blended with a heart of spicy black pepper and iris. A deep, woody base of cedar, tonka bean and patchouli grounds the fragrance to make it more sophisticated. This is a scent for the modern gentleman who champions both strength with grace.
Building on the success of Givenchy’s Gentleman Society, its flanker offers up a spicy fragrance profile—think peppermint, nutmeg, sage, coffee and cedar but driven to an “extrême” for powerful sillage that doesn’t wilt away as the day goes on.
Givenchy’s rendering of a gentleman’s society is spicy, refreshing and masculine. The fragrance opens with the invigorating notes of peppermint, nutmeg and clary sage. As day blends into dusk, the notes become darker and bolder with an exhilarating touch of coffee and Himalayan cedar to help you end the night on a high note.
In this deep oak-colored bottle, an enticing mélange of pine needle, benzoin and warm vanilla beckons. One spritz of this long-lasting parfum, and you’ll be ready to serve as the hero of your own story.
Whether you are looking to make heads turn in the boardroom or make a memorable impression at a special dinner, reach for this scent. It is housed in a forest-hued bottle that plays host to the unconventional notes of green coriander, lavender, orange blossom and neroli. The base is crafted with notes of patchouli and cedar for a long-lasting fragrance that stays put all day.
Born in Roma Coral pairs crisp red apple with soft tobacco leaf. The apple gives bright sweetness, while the tobacco keeps it grounded. It is an easy pick for daytime or casual nights when you want something noticeable but not strong.
Luna Rossa Carbon blends fresh Italian bergamot and lavender with heliotrope and ambroxan. The top smells clean and bright; the base feels mineral and slightly salty. It comes across as modern, neat and suitable for everyday use.