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Home • Beauty

9 Colognes To Give Your Man This Spring

Let’s be real, these smell so good that it’s also a gift to yourself.
9 Colognes To Give Your Man This Spring
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By Larry Stansbury · Updated April 18, 2024
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Ladies, I know what you’re thinking. Getting your beloved man a grooming gift is the perfect way to show him how much you care. Perhaps your anniversary is coming up or maybe even his birthday. Or maybe you are wondering what gift to get for your man to simply show him your appreciation. 

At the end of the day, you can never go wrong with giving the gift of smelling good, via a classic cologne. Afterall, there’s a fragrance out there perfect for every man; whether you want to bring out his sultry and confident side or something more natural and grounded. From colognes like Calvin Klein to Bath & Body Works, your man can use a great scent for a special event or even just for lounging around the house. Although colognes come in various prices, there’s nothing wrong with splurging on him for being the best man in your life.

In case you need context, as a man, I never leave the house without wearing my signature scent. It’s like an extra layer and an accessory. If you’re asking your girlfriends for recommendations on the best colognes, look no further. I have tested the best on the market.

Below are the best colognes to gift your man this spring.

01
01 Tom Ford Private Blend Oud Wood Eau de Parfum
This cologne features sandalwood, amber, and rosewood notes combined with other Eastern spices for a woody scent. Available at sephora.com
295 Shop Now
02
02 Maison Margiela REPLICA’ Jazz Club Eau de Toilette
Perfect for a night out, this fragrance will have your man smelling like a blend of wood spices, punk pepper, rum and tobacco leaf. Available at sephora.com
165 Shop Now
03
03 Perfame Elixir No. 74
For only $50, tell your partner to embrace their dark side with this Dark Obsession cologne. It brings a sexy aroma and boosts confidence. Available at perfame.com
50 Shop Now
04
04 Byredo Pulp Eau de Parfum
This Byredo cologne features notes of cedarwood, cardamom, red apple, and fig. Available at byredo.com
225 Shop Now
05
05 Diptyque Paris L’eau Papier Eau De Toilette
He needs a luxurious scent for his after-work look, and this cologne with notes of bloodwood, mimosa, and rice steam will do just that. Available at diptyqueparis.com
180 Shop Now
06
06 Chanel Bleu de Chanel
The notes of sandalwood, cedar, labdanum, and citrus make it perfect for transitioning from day-to-night. Available at chanel.com
193 Shop Now
07
07 Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
This best-selling cologne has a blend of mandarin, sage, lavender, cedarwood, amber, moss, basil, geranium, and galbanum, creating an iconic scent that will leave a lasting impression. Available at amazon.com
104 Shop Now
08
08 Molton Brown Fiery Pink Pepper Eau De Toilette
This fragrance has an underrated spicy pink peppermint and citrus scent that can make him stand out. Available at amazon.com
120 Shop Now
09
09 PHLUR Somebody Wood
This cologne has a warm fragrance; the perfect balance of strong and sensitive. Available at amazon.com/
100 Shop Now
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