Whether you’re buying for yourself or someone else this Christmas, meet the men’s fragrances we cannot stop sampling.
Make this Christmas one he’ll never forget by surprising him with a new scent he’ll always reach for. Whether he’s a fragrance fanatic or a quick-spritz-on-the-go kind of man, we’ve found a perfume to delight him. From the woody to the fresh, the niche to the new, meet the latest (and greatest) men’s perfumes worthy of a signature scent status.
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7 Perfumes To Surprise Him With This Christmas
Tom Ford: Oud Wood
This rich and warm blend of Tom Ford’s Oud Wood pays homage to oud wood, a prized ingredient that perfumers the world over are enthralled by. Featuring notes of exotic rosewood and the smoky blend of oud wood, sandalwood and vetiver, this polished blend is best suited for colder weather wear, when the occasion calls for something fresh and clean.
Jo Malone London: Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense
Refined, bold, and Tom Hardy’s scent of choice. Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London is a fresh and woody scent that leaves a lasting impression. This alluring scent takes inspiration from a garden of cypress trees united with the warmth of grapevine and the sensuality of amber. He’ll love wearing it during spring or summer, especially when paired with a suit for a garden or beach wedding.
Penhaligons: The Dandy EDP
Penhaligon’s The Dandy is a homage to endless nights. A scent of vintage whisky from the oak barrel swims above a fruity finish of bergamot and raspberry, finished with a woody celebration blended with mischief and patchouli. A sharp scent with a flavourful bouquet, this cologne matches any fine attire he sports or any sprightly mood.
Creed: Aventus Absolu
Chic and distinguished, Creed’s newest Aventus iteration Aventus Absolu opens with powerful yet delicate notes of bergamot, blackcurrant and refined touches of grapefruit. Cinnamon, ginger and cardamom ensure that this fragrance dries down to a spicy, daring base, destined to last. This scent does boast a darker, more mature composition, much like its bottle, making it more suitable for casual evening wear.
Kilian Paris: Old Fashioned
Kilian Hennessy’s inspiration: only better with age. Old Fashioned is the newest scent to Killian Paris and has quickly captured the hearts of fragrance enthusiasts worldwide. With whiskey accords inspired by the complex taste structure of an 18-year-old single malt, he’ll instantly be whisked away fireside inside a family estate, layered with generations. Old Fashioned is a perfume from another era, a modern refinement in scent, like the taste of an exceptional Scotch whiskey in an old-fashioned delight.
Jean Paul Gaultier: Le Beau EDT
The original men’s fragrance by Jean Paul Gaultier, Le Beau Eau de Toilette is a celebration of masculine sensuality in its essence and an ode to nature. With top notes of bergamot, coconut wood and tonka bean, this aromatic-woody scent is fresh and invigorating, with long-staying power. Whether he wears it as his signature scent, or as a special occasion accent, the sharp notes of this scent will linger long after he’s left the room.
Ex Nihilo: Santal Calling EDP
From Paris, with love. Ex Nihilo’s Santal Calling was created by famed perfumer Antoine Maisondieu, who decided to pay tribute to Australia by exploring the olfactory magic of Australian sandalwood. His idea was to mix contemporary Parisian inspirations with the mystical energy of this ingredient to create a bright and soothing scent that leads to an ultimate addiction. Top notes of nutmeg and iris are balanced with vanilla and white musk for a captivating, year-round perfume for him.
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