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Top 5 best perfume for men : you can try
Tracking down the best men’s colognes is not for the weak of heart. My teenage days of picking up a fresh can of Axe at the grocery store every few months were so simple, but at this point in my life, I aim for signature scents that are a touch more refined. I’ve tested dozens of options at every price point and in every fragrance family, as have my colleagues, both for ourselves and our partners. (One note: While “cologne” is often used to describe scents for men, most of these picks are actually perfume or eau de parfum, which contain a higher concentration of fragrance oils and tend to last longer.) From fresh fall fragrances to a clean-smelling option that one editor said she’d “follow any man [wearing it] down the street,” these are the very best colognes for men—plenty of which make incredible gifts for men.
The best men’s colognes, at a glance
- Best Overall: Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò, $115
- Most Popular: Chanel Bleu de Chanel, $157
- Best Affordable: Nautica Voyage, $19
- Best Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Y, $155
- Best on Amazon: Calvin Klein CK One, $89
1. Best Overall: Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Eau de Toilette
What we love: A classic through and through, Acqua di Giò is 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. Need we say more?
👉Notes: Bergamot, neroli, green tangerine, jasmine, rosemary, patchouli
👉Sizes: 0.67 oz., 1.7 oz., 3.4 oz., 6.7 oz.
2. Most Popular: Chanel Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum
What we love: 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. I’m not shocked this is such a popular fragrance—it’s got a sweeter edge than many other musk-forward designer scents, making it stand out from the crowd. Plus, there’s no flex quite like having a Chanel bottle on your dresser or in your bathroom cabinet. (The magnetic cap makes it feel even more luxe.)
👉Notes: Citrus, cedar, tonka bean, vanilla, sandalwood
👉Sizes: 1.7 oz., 3.4 oz., 5 oz.
3. Best Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum
What we love: This signature fragrance from YSL is masculine through and through but with a thoughtful edge that keeps it from becoming one-note. (Fittingly, its ambassador is Lenny Kravitz.) This is the boldest and most sultry scent in my collection, and probably the most long-lasting. The citrus and apple notes draw you in, then the vetiver and tonka bean keep you around for more. Use it to seduce someone.
👉Notes: Citrus, sage, geranium, vetiver, apple, tonka bean
👉Sizes: 2 oz., 3.3 oz., 6.7 oz.
4. Best Affordable: Nautica Voyage Eau de Toilette
What we love: Cheap cologne gets a bad rap—sorry, Drakkar Noir—but Nautica’s coastal option proves that drugstore options can hold their own. It’s earned a cult following for its subtle, fresh, long-lasting scent that smells way more expensive than $20. Instead of smelling artificial or cloying, the blend of green apple, cedar, and florals evokes crisp, cool water. It’s clean and uncomplicated—a perfect option for any guy who doesn’t want to think twice about what he’s spraying on as he walks out the door. (Plus, it’s a fraction of the price of Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue.) Why not give it a shot?
👉Notes: Green apple, mimosa, cedarwood, water lotus, musk
👉Sizes: 3.3 oz., 6.7 oz.
5. Most Long-Lasting: Hermès H24 Herbes Vives Eau de Parfum
What we love: This newly released scent is my current obsession; it’s juicy and alive but still sophisticated. For a luxury fragrance, it’s priced fairly, especially considering that each spritz lasts forever and has an impressive throw. I once used it as makeshift deodorant, and it really came through for the rest of the night. (Don’t judge.) I could still smell it (in a good way) after a shower. If you’re in the market for something green and fresh, you can’t do much better.
👉Notes: Fresh herbs, pear granita
👉Sizes: 2 oz., 3.3 oz., 6.7 oz.