Whether you're looking to splurge, save or inspire a gift, our list of the best men's colognes has something for everyone.
Fall is approaching, and your clothing wardrobe isn't the only thing that deserves a refresh for the season. What better way to look forward to cooling temperatures than shopping for an alluring new autumn fragrance?
While summer calls for light scents with aquatic or citrus tones, fall is a time for sultry, evocative notes that draw people closer to you. Soft hints of sandalwood, vanilla, tobacco, musk and patchouli are the olfactory alchemy of the season. Whether you're searching for a new cologne for yourself or a perfect gift, we rounded up some of the best men's fragrances to shop now. There's a pick for every price point, from legacy brands like Rabanne and Dior to newcomers like LeLabo, Boy Smells and Phlur (yes, they also make gorgeous candles.)
TikTok is obsessed with Tom Ford fragrances, like singer John Legend's daily scent, Black Orchid. For something a little more budget-friendly, snif's herbal chocolate House of 8 smells rich and indulgent, starting at just $25. And if you're new to the fragrance world, Azzaro's The Most Wanted Intense is an addictive crowd-pleaser with impressive staying power.
Below, shop our favorite cologne picks that will have you raking in compliments all season long. We've included travel-size pricing because smaller bottles are an ideal way to try a few and find your new signature scent for fall.
Tom Ford Black Orchid Eau de Parfum
Grammy-winning singer John Legend has said he wears Tom Ford Black Orchid daily. Besides the heady floral notes, patchouli and vanilla round out the fragrance.
Rabanne Phantom Parfum
Harry Styles is the face of Rabanne Phantom, which has rhubarb, lavender and vetiver notes. The earthy and vanilla aspects keep it grounded for fall.
Phlur Somebody Wood Eau de Parfum
A warm, woody scent is fantastic once the temperatures start to chill. Newcomer Phlur's bergamot, sandalwood, amber and musk fragrance is unisex, but reviews say things like, "It's a perfect woodsy, winter scent that is more on the masculine side, but still sultry and elevated."
Byredo Rose of No Man's Land Eau de Parfum
Turkish rose and amber are grounded with papyrus in this well-rated fragrance. One review says, "Everyone asks me what I'm wearing."
Boy Smells Woodphoria Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood, cedar, suede and smokey notes are balanced by lighter jasmine florals. Reviews say things like "obsessed" and "love this," so try it if the notes sound like your style.
Demeter Cologne Spray - Humidor
If you prefer more linear scents, Demeter makes single-note fragrances like Humidor, which has a sweet tobacco and clove scent reminiscent of unlit cigars. Pipe Tobacco is another cool weather fave.
Azzaro The Most Wanted Eau de Parfum Intense
Confident and seductive, this masculine-leaning fragrance is an addictive blend of cardamom, toffee and amber wood.
Maison Margiela 'REPLICA' Autumn Vibes
Replica's Autumn Vibes is the perfume equivalent of a walk in the crisp autumn air with red berries, cardamom, cedar and moss.
Bond No.9 New York Brooklyn Eau de Parfum
If you’re looking for a bespoke niche scent, try a unisex fragrance from Bond No. 9 New York — like Brooklyn. The bottle is a piece of art and inside is a unique leather, cedar and juniper scent that will herald in autumn.
Perfame Elixr No. 49
Harry Styles' rumored signature scent is Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille, and this imitation cologne by Perfame offers the same powerful, spicy fragrance at a fraction of the cost.
Givenchy Gentleman Eau de Parfum Réserve Privée
The ultimate cologne for cuffing season is warm and seductive with notes of Whisky Absolut, iris and cedarwood.
Creed Aventus Fragrance
"Creed Aventus smells like confidence - that's the best way I can describe it," raved one reviewer about this splurge-worthy pineapple, oakmoss, musk and blackcurrant scent. "I get more compliments on this cologne than anything I've ever worn."
snif House of 8
Don't let the affordable price fool you — snif's latest offering is a luxurious, sultry blend of rich chocolate, herbal sage, powdery iris and grounding sandalwood.
Dior Sauvage Eau de Toilette
Dior Sauvage gets a ton of love with bergamot, pepper and amber notes that are said to draw people closer to you.
Le Labo AnOther 13 Eau de Parfum
Want to smell like Oscar nominee and style savant Paul Mescal? Reach for Le Labo's intoxicating ambroxan and musk AnOther 13.
Cremo Palo Santo Spray Cologne
For just $20, this aromatic cardamom, papyrus and palo santo cologne delivers impressive staying power and sillage.
Dossier Golden Rum and Amber
This indulgent cocktail of syrupy rum, bitter almond, cozy Ambroxan and warm clove is one of our favorite budget-friendly scents for fall.
Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
Evoking the scent of the beach on a stormy day, this beloved unisex fragrance combines ocean salt, aromatic sage and musky ambrette for a rugged, elegant scent.
Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Infrared Eau de Parfum
Turn up the heat this winter with Viktor & Rolf's latest take on the beloved Spicebomb that packs a serious punch with red pepper, leather and resinous woods.
Calvin Klein CK Everyone Unisex Eau de Toilette
This fragrance is mood-lifting with unisex notes of orange, blue tea accord and cedar wood, and it's made with organic and vegan ingredients.
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