No Parfums de Marly Layton review would be complete without an overview of the word “exclusif.” It translates to “exclusive,” which means “limited, unique.” Although no one is limited to purchasing this fragrance, there is no better name to describe the unique and elegant notes of this cologne. Who Makes It? Layton Exclusif by French...
The name of a carefully crafted fragrance should encompass the essence of what scents are in the bottle. Neroli Portofino from Tom Ford is inviting you to treat yourself to reinvention in the romantic neroli blossoms of the exclusive seaside village of Portofino, Italy, a landscape whose fragrances once captivated French Royalty. Who Makes It?...
Givenchy is one of the most legendary fashion houses. Over the years, the French brand has built a reputation for producing aromatic fragrances that anyone would be proud to wear. Givenchy is best known for creating haute couture clothing and cosmetics, but there’s also Givenchy cologne with rich fragrances that suit every taste. About Givenchy...
Best Bond No. 9's scents are complex yet subtle, ideal both for the well-heeled gentleman and for everyday wear. Laurice Rahmé started the company in 2003 and dedicated it to creating an attractive fragrance. Each fragrance has a story behind it. This collection is perfect for women and men with notes like sparkling gardenia, black...
Valentino Uomo is a series of leather-based colognes for men that can be used for business or pleasure. You pride yourself on being a professional man and, as such, you invest in some time-honored personal care products. And a good cologne is right at the top of that list. But with so many options available,...
Atelier makes some of the best masculine and unisex scents in the world. Their fragrances are known for being bold, rich, and long-lasting. If you’re looking for your next new signature fragrance, you should consider some of the Atelier colognes on the market as an option. Our Top Rated Atelier Cologne Although it would be...
Modern men relish looking suave and smelling fresh. Jo Malone is the best substitute for fragrance enthusiasts who can’t stand chypres, aldehydes, or synthetics. Orange Blossom by Jo Malone is clean, light, and would suit any man taking a bit of nature to the workplace. This Jo Malone Orange Blossom review details why outgoing men...
When the weather warms up, it's time to put away the heavy scents and break out the lighter colognes. In general aquatics and citrus tends to run summer and warm weather. These light fragrances tend not to age as well as the heavier ambers and orientals but fortunately there's always a crop of summer flankers...
Armani colognes are undoubtedly the gold standard of perfumes, and any man who wears them is bound to feel and look more attractive and confident. There’s genuinely an Armani cologne out there for everyone and every occasion. I am a fan of each of these fantastic Armani colognes, and I’m sure that they will have...
Mercedes-Benz embodies innovation and luxury. Their exquisitely designed automobiles are instantly recognized. The brand’s three-pointed star is a symbol of elegance and tradition, and now the iconic label is gracing the company’s line of men's and women’s fragrances. Like everything the company touches, the colognes display elegance inside and out. Using the best natural ingredients...
If you're searching for a unique and distinct cologne, Thierry Mugler cologne has been delighting noses since he first launched Angel for women in 1992. We've rounded a variety of Thierry Mugler colognes that work for day or night, summer or winter, and a variety of settings. Several are unisex scents, while others are distinctly...
There are often millions of different perfumes and fragrances being marketed at women daily, making it easy for them to find one that they enjoy. It can prove to be slightly more challenging for men. Some of us may not even realize that spring and summer scents are widely available. That's one of the great...
Many people often think that perfumes are designed specifically for women, but that couldn't be further from the truth. If you study the history of perfume, you'll see that different fragrances for genders didn't come into existence until the '70s. We will explore some of the best unisex perfumes that complement both men and women...
Dior Homme cologne has undergone several reformulations that have challenged traditional trends in the men's fragrance market. Even luxury brands have product ranges consisting of scents that focus solely on masculinity or simply blending into the background. However, Christian Dior cologne has created an iconic fragrance for men who want to stand out from the...
Tom Ford launched his luxury brand in 2006 after working for prestigious brands like Gucci or Yves Saint Laurent. Black Orchid is one of the first fragrances he launched. The unique fragrance received attention for its bold accords and the fact that it’s a unisex perfume. Let’s take a closer look at this classic fragrance...
As the name suggests, the Yves Saint Laurent Libre Perfume embraces freedom with a bright, elegant scent that hints at promise and possibility. Designed for the modern woman, it boasts a balance of warm fruity, floral, and musky notes to create a truly one-of-a-kind fragrance. This sophisticated fragrance evokes the same feelings of elegance and...
Spice It Up With Azzaro Wanted Colognes Plus Other Azzaro Products Azzaro Wanted scents are designed with the self-made man in mind. They leave a striking impression, with a strong initial performance and a lasting sillage. Like other Azzaro fragrances such as Chrome, it embraces a masculine blend of spicy, fresh, and woody scents. It’s...
When one hears the word “Stetson,” the mind immediately conjures up images of the American West: cowboy hats, boots, and large belt buckles. In 1865 the cowboy hat and apparel brand Stetson was founded “with an eye towards meeting the needs of the future generations of frontiersmen, pioneers, industrialists and trailblazers.” As the name suggests,...
Men of all ages and all walks of life need to feel attractive no matter the setting. With that in mind, famous designer Tom Ford created a unique oud cologne, Tom Ford Oud Wood, that uses the resin of a specific genus of trees, combined it with other wood and spicy scents, and put forth...
In 2005, Ralph Lauren introduced Polo Black cologne for men. Like other Polo fragrances, it has a fresh, outdoorsy scent with hints of the woods and tropics. It is a variation of the popular Polo Blue’s aquatic notes. But unlike other colognes, Polo Black has retained most of its popularity over the years. After reading...
Tommy cologne first arrived on the scene in 1995 when everyone had a signature scent. But Tommy was a beast of his own, and he came in a color-blocked box of red, white, and blue. The next year, Tommy Girl arrived. Both were fresh and energetic arrivals on the fragrance scene. Tommy Hilfiger hasn't stayed...
Since 1921, Gucci has been offering so much more than handbags and shoes. From clothing to fragrances, they have established themselves as a premium brand name for many essentials. Gucci Guilty is one of the popular items that customers seek out. What makes the line of Gucci Guilty for men so appealing? They incorporate a...
Polo Blue by Ralph Lauren debuted in 2002. This Polo cologne is aromatic with hues that are reminiscent of the outdoors, and like all Polo cologne, it is a fresh, pleasant scent that carries on the tradition of quality Ralph Lauren colognes. After reading this review, you will know the prominent accords of this cologne...
The scent makes the man. Gone are the days when fragrances were only a thing that women wear. And for a good reason too. No one likes a musk and even less so when the alternative is a beautiful, rich scent that seduces both the wearer and the people nearby. Enter the Amouage Jubilation XXV...
Are you looking for a new scent to try out? Do you need the perfect gift for a friend or family member? Continue reading our Ed Hardy perfume review to see if these unique scents may be something you're interested in. About the Brand Don Ed Hardy is the original tattoo artist that inspired Christian...
Calvin Klein once said, “There has been a change in men’s attitudes toward their clothes. Men are more aware of fashion; they’re not afraid of it.” Part of that fashion awareness means using the perfect cologne to accentuate their ensemble and give an air of confidence. The trick is finding the perfect scent. As men...
Who doesn't appreciate a divine aroma wafting into our senses, tickling our minds reminding us of how joy smells? You know, the one that gets your heart aflutter thinking of that special someone causing an immediate endorphin release leaving you helpless to the cheesy Cheshire grin. The best Lacoste colognes have a way of stopping...
The fashion house Bottega Veneta launched its fragrance line in 2011, and the fragrances in this collection are described as a leathery blend of floral chypre. Many find that the scent embodies what this fashion house stands for invisible private luxury. Italy's Veneto region inspires the Bottega Veneta perfume line, according to the fragrance's creative...
A fine fragrance should be a reflection of the woman who wears it, showing the sparkle of the many facets of her life. From the boardroom to a romantic dinner, and everywhere in between, her strong, beautiful spirit shows. Her fragrance should be a touch of elegance that accentuates her sparkling laugh, the beauty of...
Scents are just as personal to a man as they are to a woman and need to make a great first impression. The right cologne is distinctive, masculine, and memorable, yet isn't offensive — and it should give a sense of who you are. Since the inception of Mont Blanc Starwalker, it's fallen a little...
For anyone looking for fragrance clones, you've probably run across the Alexandria Fragrances brand, known for making near-perfect copies of expensive fragrances for men, women and also unisex scents at prices more accessible to the average person. But their extensive lineup can be overwhelming, and the sheer number of choices may keep you from pulling...
You may know Tommy Bahama as a lifestyle brand that sells casual sports items for both men and women, but the company also launched its popular Tommy Bahama cologne line in 2005. The inspiration for these scents is based on the brand's Caribbean name, which features a range of maritime-themed casual scents that make the...
From the minute you see the bottle, you can tell Diesel's Only the Brave Eau de Toilette is trying to make an impression. The flacon in the shape of a glass fist and the name, Only the Brave, create a unique, edgy appeal focused at Diesel's core audience of young men. But does the scent...
Launched in 2005 with nose Alberto Morillas, Baldessarini del Mar by Hugo Boss is a classy spicy and sweet wood fragrance. It’s a men’s cologne in a long line of pleasant and well-balanced if not particularly ground-breaking aquatic scents. How It Smells Baldessarini del Mar cologne is fresh and clean scent with a balance of...
First off, the name Kenzo Power is a bit misleading. While it sounds like it's going to be an over-aggressive 80s blockbuster-type scent, it's a more nuanced and subtle woody floral cologne for men. How does Kenzo Power smell? Released in 2008 by perfumer Oliver Polge, Power has top notes of cardamom, bergamot, and coriander...
Nacho Figueras — model, entrepreneur and world-renowned polo player was in NYC to celebrate the launch of his premiere luxury fragrance line, The Ignacio Figueras Collection. Nacho was joined by his wife Delfina Blaquier, close friends and executives from the fragrance industry including perfumer Carlos Benaim and the Fragrance Foundation’s Linda Levy. The Ignacio Figueras...
It's a common misconception that perfumes are for the ladies and colognes are for the guys. In fact, the reason for these different expressions is all about the difference in the concentration of essential oils in each. Neither one is exclusively for men or exclusively for women. Cologne has about 2-4% concentrated perfume oil (the...
Chrome by Azzaro was first released in 1996 and has become one of the best-known colognes released by this historic luxury brand. It has remained a best-seller for the brand created by Tunisian-Sicilian designer, Loris Azzaro who lent his name to the brand. About the Brand After finding fame as a designer in the late-1960s,...
FragranceX is a large discount perfume store that offers steep discounts on a large selection of top-selling designer women’s perfumes and men's cologne. But is FragranceX legit? If you're looking for one of the best FragranceX reviews for intel on whether their discounts and perfumes are real - you've found it. This is our review...
Traditionally aftershave was an alcohol-based antiseptic designed to disinfect small shaving nicks. While men's aftershave and cologne are sometimes used interchangeably to refer to men's fragrances, generally aftershaves have a lighter scent and shorter longevity than colognes. Personally, I like to maintain scents longer. To do this I often layer the aftershave with an eau de...