Colognes

Here's how to choose and apply fragrances for a more subtle effect as well as our top picks of mild and fresh colognes. But don't forget that the experience of …

Call these best-selling men's cologne common or ubiquitous, if you must. There’s no mistaking the most popular men’s colognes. You’ve regularly smelled them on friends or spotted them in their …

From the late Eighties to mid-Nineties, a new trend hit the men’s fragrance market. It was the birth of a new generation of scents that emphasized a prominent fresh watery, …

One of the main woods in perfumery, cedarwood has a special place in our hearts for its versatility and integral role in building impactful woody accords.  Part of the conifer …

This innovative perfume and cologne subscription box is revolutionizing the discovery of new scents. Let’s find out how—and see if it’s worth the hype.  What is Scentbird Scentbird is a …

In 2004, Giorgio Armani “cracked the code” on what would become their first highly successful men’s fragrance since the incredibly popular Acqua di Gio from 1996. The thing about Acqua …

Club de Nuit Intense Man is one of the best selling and most discussed men’s colognes available on the market today. Its success has been due to an affordable price, …

Niche brands keep on coming, but Matiere Premiere has made more of an impact than most since its launch in 2019.  Even before he founded his own company, Aurélien Guichard (he …

Men’s cologne is a personal choice, but it helps to have a jumping-off point. I really love fresh and aquatic scents that work well in the summer and Tommy Bahama …

You want something refreshing, elegant, and often brilliantly priced. I've got the perfect scent solutions for you: the best eau de colognes (not to be confused with the generally American …

Why is there so much interest in the 2023 release Dior Dioriviera EDP? Yes, it’s the latest launch from the upmarket, quality-assured La Collection Privée Christian Dior.  But more than …

What started out as a trickle has become a veritable flood. We’re talking about the deluge of parfums on the market, especially from big designer brands. As designer becomes more …

Wood, fire, ice, air… and now rain. No, we haven’t gone into the weather forecasting business here at Dapper Confidential. We’re giving you a quick run-through of some of the …

Few men's fragrances have been as popular over the past 20 years as Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue for him. Heck, it is hard to even open a fashion magazine …

Roy Halston was a fashion designer whose name rose to prominence after Jackie Kennedy wore his soon to be famous “pill-box” hat. This exposure immediately propelled the Halston name to …

Every time you apply a fragrance, it has a purpose. But it's not as simple as having a distinct fragrance for every occasion – there's overlap. There's a need to …

What came first: the scent or the egg? Bear with us. This question will make more sense as we get into this story about one of the more distinctive niche …

As a suburban Gen X punk rocker who began to shed his Doc Marten’s and ratty flannel shirts as Grunge music took hold of the nation, my early history with …

Social media isn’t always a reliable gauge of a brand’s increasing popularity/success, but in the case of Stéphane Humbert Lucas, it most certainly is.  While the surge might imply an …

Cashmeran? Cashmere meets meringue? Er, no, but the synthetic is ubiquitous, to say the least, and is found in everything from Cacharel LouLou EDP (1987) to Nasomatto Duro Extrait de …

Synthetics are the backbone of modern perfumery and Ambroxan is probably the most well-known of these ingredients. That’s partly due to its prominence in hugely popular fragrances such as Dior …

If you’re looking for a cologne that has a perfect blend of fresh and sexy, the Dior Homme Sport Eau De Toilette spray might be the right fit for you. …

Choo! Choo! We all know the sound of the frag hype-train as it gathers steam. And there’s certainly been a lot of fanfare around Marc-Antoine Barrois Ganymede EDP since its …

Guess colognes are known for bringing top notch quality to anyone’s fragrance collection while remaining affordable, and their Seductive Homme line is one of the most popular offerings to date.  …

With its oriental and fruity notes, Dolce & Gabbana’s The One Eau de Toilette is a classy choice for sophisticated men. The fragrance is a noteworthy mix of modern and …

We’ve rustled up a selection of the best party fragrances for you. Whether you want to be super stylish or, ahem, stimulated, we reckon these scents cover all moods and …

Burberry Touch For Men is the perfect scent for the refined man who understands the value of combining rugged masculinity with elegant style. Burberry is a well-regarded brand that has …

As the temperatures continue to dip, we start thinking of all things cozy and sensual. Which can only mean one thing: the best tobacco fragrances.  You don’t have to be …

Whiskey is a classic scent, combining it with cologne gives you the best of both worlds. It has a strong and bold aroma but is also smooth and refined. If …

If you’re looking for a new signature scent, you may have heard of Burberry Weekend. A staple perfume of the company since 1997, Burberry Weekend is a high-quality perfume to …

Issey Miyake was a fashion designer famous for combining elements from his native Japan with western fashion elements. Adjacent to his fashion line, he developed the Issey Miyake perfume men …

Guess is a fashion brand known for making bold statements, and its fragrance line is no exception. They helped transform popular denim styles in the 80s, and beginning in the …

Guess began developing colognes and perfumes in the late 1980s, and it’s become one of the most successful endeavors the brand has undertaken. Between 2003 and 2009, Guess collaborated with …

Jo Malone, the British perfumer and brand founder, specializes in straightforward yet complex scents that will leave you feeling confident. The right scent can lift your mood, complete your outfit …

As an international brand, Versace is renowned for trendsetting menswear and innovative scents. Versace Dylan Blue is a masculine scent that is evocative of the Mediterranean Sea and the company’s …

Thanks to the success of a certain Dior (see more below), iris fragrances have become an essential part of the modern man’s fragrance repertoire.  When we refer to iris, we …

Creed is a brand known for its incredibly potent and long-lasting fragrances. If you're looking to invest in a scent that will last all day, Creed is one of the …

Purists were in for a bit of a shock in 2017 when the 1970s classic Givenchy Gentleman EDT was relaunched as Gentleman Givenchy EDT for a new generation. Please note …

When people question the place of automotive brands in the fragrance biz – we can hear the purists and snobs scoffing in disapproval – we swiftly point them in the …

Picking the right cologne can become a daunting task with the many options there are out there. Even in one collection, multiple fragrances share a name and similar notes. The …

Colognes from the Italian fashion house of Giorgio Armani are unmistakable for their depth and irresistibility. From exotic, spicy fragrances to fresh and crisp ones, Giorgio Armani’s colognes are affordable …

Since its launch in 2006, Terre d'Hermès has achieved “modern classic” status. So any new flanker to this much-loved fragrance is bound to be scrutinized and compared with the original …