The 14 Best Colognes for Men

Following the successful clothing collaboration between the hit menswear brand and the seriously cool pop star, John Varvatos and Nick Jonas launched a scent that has us screaming like fans at one of Jonas’ concerts (yes, it’s that good!). 

Fresh, minty, and woodsy — it’s simply electric! The scent settles into a base of Clearwood (a clean twist on a patchouli scent) and sandalwood making it perform for the modern man. Trust us, wearing this scent might grow your fanbase to the Jonas Brothers' level.  

If you're not already familiar, please allow us to introduce you to your new favorite lifestyle brand. Burkelman recently developed their popular candle scents into wearable fragrances, and it's nearly impossible to pick a favorite. Welcome to The Vortex has a woodsy, leathery aroma that both men and women will find irresistible.  

Nothing starts your day with a burst of freshness like the smell of mint. Jean Paul Gaultier’s latest fragrance takes the peppermint scent to the high seas with a salty twist that we can’t get enough of. Oceanic accord will make any man daydream of a sailor’s life of adventure with a vanilla base note that’s warm and comforting. Life has its dull moments, but Le Male in The Navy will keep everyday exciting. 

Bleu de Chanel has been a top selling men’s cologne for years, but the newest member of the collection, the parfum, delivers the most intense version of the scent with less sweetness and a richer dose of cedar and sandalwood. 

When it comes to the concentration of perfume oils in a fragrance, among eau de toilette, eau de parfum, and parfum, the highest concentration is found in parfum. It’s still the same lustworthy fragrance with warm, woodsy, earthy notes that’s made Bleu de Chanel a hit, but more powerful, making this best men’s cologne smell as opulent as it gets.  

Notes of caramel, grapefruit, and orange might make you feel like you're spending summer beachside in Capri even if it's the middle of winter and you're stuck at home. The brand has been in the fragrance game since 1916, so they know exactly how to create a scent to capture a certain vibe. They also offer their scents as candles and diffusers in case you want your whole house to be transported. 

A clean and fresh scent can liven up any morning or midday slump to make you feel (and smell!) your best. This aromatic cologne will freshen up any day with its zesty Italian lemon, lively fresh mint, and fruity apple scent that settles into the skin with a smooth vanilla base. With the addition of cedarwood, moss, and vetiver, this sweet, yet masculine scent will make you a total babe magnet. 

An invigorating scent to combat the dark mood of winter gloom, it also works yearlong for men who prefer a fragrance that's more refreshing than musky. Versace is an Italian label known for its sex appeal, and thankfully Eros doesn't disappoint. Plus, they make a great travel-size bottle for a great scent at a super low price! Versace, Versace, Versace!

One whiff of this cologne and you'll get the brand's reference to an enchanted walk in the woods. Roasted oak absolute is the key ingredient that makes this sweet earthy scent smell smoky and rich. With notes of green hazelnut and cedarwood, this intoxicating cologne gives any guy an air of mystery with the warm woodsy smell.

While this cologne is great to wear any day of the year, the earthy scent is ideal for the colder months. Clean and smoky, spicy and sweet — it's simply irresistible.

Smooth, modern, and sophisticated, Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille cologne is inspired by an English gentlemen’s club and will have you feeling like an elite man. This tobacco scent with dry fruit accords, vanilla, cocoa, creamy tonka bean, and spice will make every guy smell nice. It sprays on a little sweetly, and settles into this warm, smoky, vanilla scent that’s intoxicating on any gentleman (without smelling like an ashtray).

Yves Saint Laurent's La Nuit De L'Homme is a total standout for its sweet-yet-spicy men's fragrance. Lavender and spice will make any guy smell nice!

The combination of cardamom, bergamot, lavender, coumarin, cedar, and vetiver creates an elegant scent that starts fresh and settles into a warmer, mysterious, fragrance that's incredibly sexy. The lingering scent has a powdery, woody aroma with sweet accents that makes it truly intoxicating, and it'll have admirers going in for a closer smell. If you're looking to up your sex appeal and walk with some extra swagger, this is one scent worth trying out.

When Louis Vuitton launched men’s colognes recently, we expected something seriously luxe, and Sur La Route goes beyond expectation with a cologne that’s totally exhilarating. The sophisticated citrus scent comes from the key ingredient of cédrat, which perfectly complements the sweet, woody, vanilla aroma of Balsam of Peru extract. 

With a touch of green grass, nutmeg, and pepper, this citrus scent is far from a basic lemon or orange smell you’d expect from a citrus cologne. Masculine and elegant, this new men’s cologne will truly transform any man into a suave and sharp gent.  

Inspired by a peaceful harmony found at the end of the earth, the ban timmur scent (a plant found in the highlands of Nepal) adds a masculine and exotic complement to the sweet smell of wild fig, settling with calming base notes of tonka beans and cashmere woods. 

Don’t let the initial spritz fool you, because this powerful fragrance settles over time in a warm, magical way that’s perfect for cold-weather months. In a season of pumpkin-spiced everything, you’ll stand out with an air of mystery and a truly unique scent.  

Take a walk on the wild side with this safari-inspired men's fragrance from Memo Paris. This warm, spicy scent — made up of bergamot, saffron, cardamom, geranium, and more — starts with a sweeter citrus note that settles into a leathery musk scent, making it a great subtle cologne to wear year-round. 

While the price might be a bit steep, oud is one expensive and rare ingredient extracted from agar trees with a woody and sweet scent found in only certain areas of Southeast Asia (and these trees are in danger of extinction!). When it comes to fragrances, you usually pay for what you get in terms of quality, and this cologne proves that.