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CLASSIC VS. CONTEMPORARY
The Best Of The Old & The New

Your wardrobe should include a few key classics: the three-piece suit, a great pair of jeans. It should also contain a few trendy pieces— contemporary twists on classics that will show you have versatility and edge. Likewise your cologne collection is best off with a mix of traditional scents and more modern blends, to fit the different occasions you attend and companies you keep.

Perfume.com experts break down the best of both worlds.

Published By Jessica Linnay
on November 24th, 2009 14:44

The Comtemporary's

The Classics

2009. JOHN VARVATOS ARTISAN
John Varvatos’ Artisan is a purely citrus fragrance for men, with bright top notes held up by a just-as-fresh heart of orange blossom and ginger. Woodsy base notes of amber and musk lend an air of sensuality and masculinity without taking away from the pick-me-up spice of citrus that defines the fragrance.

2008. TOM FORD ITALIAN CYPRESS
Although Italian Cypress is a new fragrance, it is Ford’s olfactory dedication to the 1970s. A groovy blend of fine woody resins made for the seventies gentleman, Italian Cypress mixes tradition with innovation, with vibrant citrus notes over fresh mint and basil and a warm earthy base.

2008. KENZO POWER
Kenzo Power is a powerful woody-spicy fragrance for men, a completely contemporary blend with a spicy introduction for men who aren’t afraid to take the lead. Power fades out into a softer blend of green coriander, bergamot and warm woods.

2008. THE ONE FOR MEN BY DOLCE & GABBANA
The One by Dolce & Gabbana is a modern classic: a spicy oriental fragrance created around a sensual tobacco note. A sparkling introduction of delicious coriander and basil waft over cardamom, ginger, cedar and ambergris for a sensual evening scent. The One is the one contemporary cologne to not go without.

2007. HE WOOD BY DSQUARED2
One of today’s hottest design teams, DSquared2 based He Wood on of course, wood notes— creating a solid and reassuring scent that is both classic and modern. The warm forest of notes in this cologne includes white fir, musk, violet leaves, and cedar, freshened by the crispest aquatic accords.

2007. BURBERRY THE BEAT
Burberry The Beat evokes the energy of youth, music and dance with its fresh, woodsy notes combined in a modern mix. Leatherwood gives The Beat its distinctive smoky scent, while vetiver bourbon lends an air of subtle elegance and fresh cedar and violet contrast with spicy black pepper for a fun, refined heart of notes.

2006. ANTIDOTE BY VIKTOR & ROLF
Antidote by Viktor & Rolf is a unique oriental fragrance with a solid dose of both citrus and warm woods. Mint, grapefruit, and citrusy top notes tickle the nose before fading into warm nutmeg, cinnamon and fresh jasmine. Tied up by a warm base that’s all about masculine sensuality, Antidote is the antidote for the no-cologne blues. (And probably the no-lady blues too!)

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1934. CARON POUR HOMME
This 75-year old classic cologne remains one of the most rich and luxurious daytime scents for men. Caron Pour Homme retains a solid masculinity through amber, musk and tonka bean notes, while vanilla and lavender tinges bring comfort to this warm base; fresh lemon and clary sage are sweetened by rose and cedar wood. Caron Pour Homme is a solid, sure fragrance that’s stood the test of time.

1965. HABIT ROUGE BY GUERLAIN
Habit Rouge by Guerlain’s unique blend of fresh lemon, mandarin, spices, leather and vanilla mixes to create one of the most sensual colognes to ever hit the shelves. The contrast between smoky and leathery base notes and a juicy introduction of citrus and florals, flecked with a warm touch of cinnamon, make this a scent that will surely become a “habit” to wear.

1966. CHRISTIAN DIOR EAU SAUVAGE
Eau Sauvage by Christian Dior is a true classic and a unique blend of lemon and rosemary top notes where basil, jasmine rose and orris rest upon warm and masculine oak moss, vetiver and musk. With a composition this fresh, it’s no wonder there’s been 80 million bottles of Eau Savage sold since its release 40 years ago. Cloves give this fragrance its ultra-chic vintage signature.

1971. YVES SAINT LAURENT POUR HOMME
Pour Homme by Yves Saint Laurent is a woody aromatic cologne and the first masculine scent released by the design house. Pour Homme combines natural essences of lavender, lemon verbena, petit grain, and clary sage with a vital blend of rosemary and marjoram, creating a therapeutic olfactory sensation of masculine comfort.

1975. GREY FLANNEL BY GEOFFREY BEENE
Geoffrey Beene’s Grey Flannel cologne is a true American classic and an expression of confidence—- it was the first men’s fragrance to use fragile violets with luscious green facets, and quickly became a cult classic. With a simple composition that creates two characters: a soft freshness and a shadowy warmth, Grey Flannel is a soothing scent that feels as natural as your favourite pyjamas.

1981. KOUROS BY YVES SAINT LAURENT
Kouros by Yves Saint Laurent cologne is an elegant and alluring blend of distinctive notes. Dubbed the “olfactory Viagra”, this scent is all about testosterone. Coriander, cinnamon, patchouli and musk add playful and sensual elements.

1989. ETERNITY FOR MEN
Eternity for men is a refreshing and alluring fragrance that quickly became a part of the cK house’s legend. This masculine scent possesses a blend of crisp greens, jasmine, sage, basil, and rosewood and is created to last and arouse—- it was inspired by the designer’s then-recent marriage.

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