We’ll be honest with you: with so many incredible colognes around, it was no mean feat to pull together our list of the best men’s colognes of 2023! With that in mind, we’re pretty sure that you face some difficulties too when choosing your next signature scent.
Maybe you want an irresistible cologne that ensures a constant stream of date requests. Perhaps you’re looking for something a little more laidback to keep you smelling sweet during the summer months. Or it could be that you’re open to exploring the wide world of cologne and you’d rather leave it up to the experts. If you fall into the latter category, read on for all of our top picks!
Drakkar Intense by Guy Laroche
Drakkar Noir is Drake’s favorite cologne and, when Drakkar Intense was released in 2022, we knew to expect big things. This aromatic, fougere cologne combines fresh, herbal, and woody notes. It opens with a sharp and zesty blast of wormwood, coriander, bergamot, and rosemary, followed by an earthy, sensual patchouli, lavender, moss, and suede base.
Recommended related fragrances: The One by Dolce & Gabbana Cologne, Acqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani Cologne, Invictus by Paco Rabanne
Versace Pour Homme Oud Noir by Versace
Every man needs a Versace cologne in his fragrance wardrobe and Versace Pour Homme Oud Noir is our top choice for 2023. A fragrance that aims to capture the essence of the Versace man, it’s confident, charismatic, and sophisticated with its notes of black pepper, bitter orange, and neroli. Its potent oud note makes this cologne great for evening wear.
Recommended related fragrances: Eternity by Calvin Klein, Sauvage by Christian Dior, Paul Sebastian by Paul Sebastian
Cool Water Intense by Davidoff
Tried and loved the original Cool Water? It’s time to step things up a notch with Cool Water Intense by Davidoff. Fresh, addictive, and simultaneously warming and cooling, Cool Water Intense blends only three notes: green mandarin, coconut nectar, and amber. The result? A scent that’s hard to pinpoint, in the best way possible.
Recommended related fragrances: Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man by Armaf, The One for Men by Dolce & Gabbana, Versace Eros cologne by Versace
Sauvage by Christian Dior
Johnny Depp’s favorite scent has been getting a lot of attention recently and it’s fully deserving of one of our top spots. Sauvage by Christian Dior is a top choice for weekends out exploring nature: the scent was, after all, inspired by wild, open spaces. A classic fougere cologne, Sauvage blends fresh, herbal, and woody notes like Sichuan pepper, lavender, pink pepper, vetiver, and patchouli.
Recommended related fragrances: Sauvage Elixir by Christian Dior, Dior Homme Intense by Christian Dior, Fahrenheit by Christian Dior
The One by Dolce & Gabbana
The One by Dolce & Gabbana might not be a new cologne but its never-ending popularity makes it a top choice, year after year. Woody, spicy, and designed for the modern and elegant man, The One weaves a complex blend of warm and dry notes of woods and spices, like grapefruit, coriander, and basil with ginger, cardamom, and orange blossom.
Recommended related fragrances: Lagerfeld by Karl Lagerfeld, Burberry London (New) by Burberry Cologne, Encre Noire by Lalique
Ck One by Calvin Klein
Sometimes you don’t want a heavy cologne but still want to smell fresh before you start your day. On those occasions, Ck One by Calvin Klein is a top contender. This unisex scent is fresh, clean, and contemporary, blending zesty and refreshing notes of citrus fruits and herbs. Perfect for warmer weather or post-gym application, Ck One’s most impressive notes include lemon, green notes, bergamot, pineapple, and mandarin orange.
Recommended related fragrances: Boss No. 6 by Hugo Boss, Azzaro by Azzaro, Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche
Le Male Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier
Dab Le Male Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier when you’re looking to impress. This rich, woody, amber cologne was designed to dominate the room, adding plenty of confidence to all kinds of situations. Spicy and aromatic, it opens with a potent cardamom note, which paves the way for a base of vanilla, oriental notes, and woody notes.
Recommended related fragrances: Drakkar Intense by Guy Laroche, Jovan Musk by Jovan, Burberry Touch by Burberry Cologne
Nautica Classic by Nautica
Days by the sea are incomplete without a Nautica cologne and you’ll always find us reaching for our tried-and-tested Nautica Classic. A woody chypre cologne, it features dry and mossy notes with a fresh and zesty opening of lime, lemon, bergamot, neroli, and cypress. Adventurous and sporty, this cologne is for the active man who wants something straightforward and delicious.
Recommended related fragrances: Curve Cologne by Liz Claiborne, Ck One by Calvin Klein, Pino Silvestre Cologne by Pino Silvestre
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Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
