Scents, although crucial to perception, are often neglected, and not given the attention that they truly deserve. They are the makers and breakers of impressions, and you know what they say — the first impression is the only impression that you make.
Fragrances not only help in constructing a good image, it also exudes our personality. Sure, deodorants do the job of making us smell good after our gym sessions all right. But a signature perfume only heightens an expensive ensemble at any occasion, and we can’t even begin to tell you how important it is to pick the right perfume with the right notes for your personality. Not only does it linger for a longer duration, it also makes you feel confident, and honestly, who doesn’t want that?
In case you’ve been wondering where to start from, we’ve gotten this sorted for you. Brides Today has picked out the top 15 perfumes for men so that you can slay in style.
1. Lose yourself in the citrusy goodness of bergamot, mandarin orange, lavender, and bitter orange in Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino.
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
2. Let the top notes of cardamom win you over with it’s spiciness with La Nuit Del’Homme by YSL.
La Nuit Del'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent
3. Soak in the woody aroma of oud wood, combined with the delicate smell of rose, amber and patchouli in Ermenegildo Zegna’s Indonesian Oud.
Indonesian Oud by Ermenegildo Zenga
4. The classic scent of Pour Monsieur will tantalize you, with its unique combination of woody and citrusy notes.
Pour Monsieur by Chanel
5. The leathery aroma of Masculin Pluriel by Maison Francis Kurkdjian, brought about by lavender, cedar, vetiver, and patchouli is sure to make you smell unique and delicious.
Masculin Pluriel by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
6. Aventus by Creed celebrates the fruity notes of black currant, pineapple, bergamot, and apple.
Aventus by Creed
7. Calvin Klein’s Dark Obsession is a dark, sensual fragrance with warm base notes of Madagascar vanilla bean, and suede.

Dark Obsession by Calvin Klein
8. With the opening notes of nutmeg, ginger, and sandalwood, Bleu de Chanel’s tangy flavour will steal her heart.
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
9. You’ll love the opening notes of green mandarin, pink pepper, and birch leaves in Gentlemen Only, which then leans towards the intense flavour of cedar and vetiver.
Gentlemen Only by Givenchy
10. L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme’s woody aquatic fragrance is perfect for every occasion.
L'Eau d'issei Pour Homme by Issey Miyake
11. John Varvatos' Artisan will mesmerize you with its tangerine flavour.
Artisan by John Varvatos
12. Marc Jacobs Men by Marc Jacobs has top notes of cypress, bergamot, cardamom, cumin, and ginger — a sensuous woody-spicy fragrance.
Marc Jacobs Men by Marc Jacobs
13. Dior Sauvage’s delectable top notes of pepper, and Calabrian bergamot will make for a splash of spiciness in your everyday life.
Sauvage by Dior
14. The warm spicy aroma of Spicebomb will explode your senses.
Spicebomb by Viktor&Rolf
15. Eros is a fresh, oriental fragrance by the house of Versace, with the opening notes of mint, lemon, and green apple.
Eros by Versace
Which one will you go for?
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