20 Best Fragrances for Men That Women Love

1. Maison Margiela Replica Jazz

Ever wanted to smell like a smokey jazz club? Maison Margiela have you sorted with its Replica Jazz Club Eau de Toilette Fragrance. This one is made for those nights out with the boys, with Replica Jazz capturing “the image of cracked leather bar stools, well-worn armchairs, and the piano where unfinished drinks are left to waft their liquor notes.” Tasty.

It starts out with a smooth base of tobacco leaf, vanilla bean, and styrax resin, before notes of rum, clary sage oil, and java vetiver oil waft through. This is finished by pink pepper, primofiore lemon, and neroli oil, creating a wonderfully masculine fragrance.

2. Chanel Bleu De Chanel

French fashion house Chanel has been in business for over 100 years, so you can rely on them to offer high-quality products. While better known for their women’s wear and luxury goods, the brand also has a great selection of men’s items on offer. One of their top picks is the sensual fragrance Bleu De Chanel.

This woody cologne has a manly scent that merges dry cedar, New Caledonian sandalwood, and a zest of grapefruit into a compelling fragrance that will drive the ladies wild. This is a crisp and citrus-infused cologne that lives up to the Chanel name.

3. Le Labo Santal 33

This New York-based perfume brand is behind some of the best unisex fragrances on the market today. They produce 19 different fragrances, with each including a number that represents the total ingredients used in its creation. As you can see from Santal 33, there are 33 different ingredients included in the making of this fragrance.

Described as “a unisex fragrance that captures a defining image of the spirit of the American West and personal freedom,” Santal 33 offers a rich, woody scent. It includes the uses of cardamom, iris, violet, Australian sandalwood, papyrus, and cedarwood.

Hugely popular in New York, Santal 33 is also paraben-free, cruelty-free, and vegan and is great for those who are looking to make a positive impact on the world while still smelling great.

4. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanilla

Tom Ford has several fragrances on the market, but for mine, you can’t go past Tobacco Vanilla. Mixing the addictiveness of tobacco with the subtle flavor of vanilla, this cologne is sure to impress. The scent is crafted using creamy tonka beans, vanilla, cocoa, dry fruit accords, and sweet wood sap that builds to a powerful and spicy fragrance.

If it is good enough for Tom Ford, it is good enough for you and me.

5. Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura Eau de Cologne

Here is one for outdoors lovers. Colonia Futura Eau de Cologne by Acqua di Parma has a woody base offering scents of lemon, clary sage, and vetiver. It is a citrus-inspired fragrance derived from 99% natural ingredients that will make you want to get out and about in nature. 

6. Yves Saint Laurent Y L Perfume

Co-signed by Yves Saint Laurent ambassador Lenny Kravitz, this is the ideal splash of cologne for those who like something fresh and woody. Y L Perfume has bold notes of geranium and cedarwood with fresh lavender offering a touch of balance. It’s a sensual men’s fragrance that also comes in a distinct black bottle with a varnish finish that highlights the high quality of Yves Saint Laurent.

7. Giorgio Armani Aqua di Gio

As you can probably tell from the name, this is a water-inspired scent. Crafted by expert perfumers under the Giorgio Armani fashion brand, Aqua di Gio captures the essence of the Meditterarien. This one has an interesting mix of ingredients, with Calabrian bergamot and green tangerine blending with rosemary and fruity persimmon oils. It is a refreshing scent perfect for wearing on a date at the beach or if you are trying to recapture memories of a European summer.

8. Gucci Guilty Pour Homme

Gucci has been in the news for all the wrong reasons of late. Ridley Scott’s take on the fashion empire in House of Gucci hasn’t really been well received by critics, but don’t let that stop you from giving this aromatic perfume a crack. This one has a musk base with citrus layers creating a unique and tasteful scent. It uses ingredients from all across the globe, such as Spanish citrus and Indonesian patchouli. There’s even a hint of spicy nutmeg, adding a touch of difference.

9. Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue

Montblanc may be better known for making luxury pens, but the German brand does a lot more these days. Watches, jewelry, and yes, colognes, are now all part of what Montblanc offers its loyal customers. The Explorer Ultra Blue Eau de Parfum is designed to celebrate the blue throughout nature (hence the blue bottle) and has a woody, citrus-like scent. This is a great all-around fragrance that works just as well for a hot date as it does a meeting in the boardroom.

10. Aesop Rozu

When it comes to leaders in body care, Aesop is right at the top. They produce ethically sustainable products that everyday folks can get around, although the price might be a little steep for some. While that may be the case, Aesop always delivers great necessities, such as this Rozu Eau de perfume.

Yes, this is a rose-smelling cologne, but don’t let that put you off. Aesop Rozu is still a men’s fragrance with a smokey middle followed by notes of rose, wood, and spice.

11. Hermes H24

Here is a delightful fragrance from Hermes that will keep you smelling fresh all day long. Hermes H24 is dominated by clary sage that gives way to enthralling scents of rosewood and rich, floral narcissus. This is one of the best fragrances for men that women love and is great when worn to the beach or on a day out.

12. Dior Sauvage

Inspired by big open spaces and blue skies, Dior’s Sauvage is a masculine fragrance ideal for the modern man. The scent begins with a woody essence that gives way to spicy Sichuan pepper and the juicy freshness of Reggio di Calabria bergamot. There’s a freshness to Sauvage, with the fragrance great for those outdoor types.

13. Creed Aventus

Get a little fruity with this rich fragrance from the luxury perfume house Creed. Aventus is inspired by the life and times of a historic emperor and celebrates strength, power, and success. Crafted by sixth-generation master perfumer Olivier Creed in collaboration with his son Erwin, this is one of Creed’s most popular fragrances.

Fruity on the nose, this cologne includes hints of blackcurrant leaves, apple, pineapple, pink berries, jasmine, musk, oakmoss, and vanilla. Made for the man heading towards success.

14. Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Extreme

Turn up the heat with the explosive Spicebomb Extreme from Viktor & Rolf. A twist on the original Spicebomb fragrances, this version has an extra bite thanks to the addition of black pepper. This one has elements of grapefruit, pimento berries, cinnamon, cumin, and tobacco accord, brewing together to make a firey, masculine cologne.

This one also comes in an ultra cool-looking grenade-shaped bottle that makes it that much more intriguing.

15. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male

My dad uses Jean Paul Gaultier, so that should give you an idea of what it smells like. Although it does have that classic musky old man scent, Le Male is still a sophisticated fragrance with a touch of familiarity. Famous for its man-shaped bottle that comes in a can and is a tribute to sailors the world over, Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is an everyday cologne that can be worn by any man.

16. Jo Malone London Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne

This woody scent contains rare Kyara wood incense, which is highly prized for its richness in depth. It has historical and cultural significance in the art of Kohdo and is a very manly and mature fragrance. It also contains the exotic black orchard and the sensuality of black cardamom, ginger, and water lily.

17. Paco Rabanne 1 Million

No, it does not cost $1 million for this cologne, but you will feel like a million bucks when you spray some on. This is a bold and fruity number with accents of blood mandarin, peppermint, cinnamon, and leather. What’s just as impressive is the gold bar bottle it comes in, which will make you feel even more luxurious.

18. Ralph Lauren Ralph's Club

It makes sense that one of the premier men’s fashion brands would have its own fragrance. In fact, there are several evocative scents from Ralph Lauren, but it is hard to go past Ralph’s Club. This subtle cologne has a vetiver base and offers hints of rich Virginia cedarwood, lavender, and cleary sage. This is a fresh, woody creation from Ralph Lauren that will drive your partner wild.

19. Malin+Goetz Cannibas

Big weed smoker and want to take the aroma of a freshly sparked joint with you? Step forward Malin+Goetz. This fancy New York apothecary brand has been providing top-notch products since 2004 and this Eau de Parfum is no exception. While it doesn’t actually include any cannabis products, the crafty mixture of spicy herbs and white floral notes creates a hazy scent that will remind you of sparking up on a lazy Sunday.

20. Salvatore Ferragamo Intense Leather

A modern interpretation of masculinity, Salvatore Ferragamo has crafted a delicious smelling fragrance with Intense Leather. This aromatic scent contains the like of oakmoss, Ferragamo Intense Leather accord, lily of the valley, orris accord, mandarin, pink peppercorn, and more. It is a sophisticated yet vulnerable fragrance for the contemporary man, making it one of the best fragrances for men that women love.