A resolutely modern men’s cologne, a cool ocean breeze blowing over warm sand; emerging from the waves, the sun and the earth of the volcanic Mediterranean island of Pantelleria, where Giorgio Armani has his summer villa. The success of Aqua di Gio, Gio being Armani’s nickname used by family and friends, lies in its transparency, its contemporary expression of masculinity, and its serene aromatic aura of herbs, woods and marine notes; but also the brilliant black & white advertising images which have tapped into our collective unconscious, making it the epitome of the fresh, watery, exhilarating cologne for warmer weather and casual wearing. After so many years in the market with no signs of its popularity waning one bit, Aqua di Gio is the Ultimate seduction tool!
The essence of pure man, period. A classic, rich and burnished fougère in which the herbal accents tone down the traditional sharpness of citrus and lavender while the warm base is truly sex on legs. Open the velvety, deep blue packaging to reveal a hip flask with a silver label and try it out, this is manly stuff beyond any doubt! Top Note: Lemon, Clary Sage, Lavender, Tarragon Middle Note: Lemon, Clary Sage, Lavender, Tarragon Base Note: Cedar, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Musk
Drakkar Noir is virile, seductive and powerful, as intense as the black no-nonsense bottle that houses the scent. This cologne by Guy Laroche is a crisp aromatic fougere, a blend of lemon, verbena, lavender and patchouli that spells confidence on your wrists. Launched in 1982. Top Note: Basil, Rosemary, Verbena, Lavender Middle Note: Juniper, Coriander, Cinnamom, Angelica Base Note: Oakmoss, Fir, Patchouli, Vetiver
It could be argued that there is a missing link between skin, clothes, bed linen and the air around which a light men's cologne needs to fill with meaning and substance. Then again, that cologne might be more of an added pleasure than an existentialist need. Azzaro Chrome is clean, sharp, soapy, and very lasting, it doesn't skip a generation and is an excellent accompaniment to ourdoor activities and casual wearing by any guy who doesn't want to be burdened with too serious fragrances featuring intricate plots. Top Note: Lemon, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Pineapple Middle Note: Coriander, Jasmine, Cyclamen, Orris Base Note: Cedarwood, Moss, Tonka, Musk
Le Male by the design house of Jean Paul Gaultier is a sharp oriental-woody fragrance that lends no air to subtlety. Introductory notes feature strong mint with touches of artemisia, bergamot and cardamom; a rich heart quickly seeps in with lavender, orange blossom, cinnamon and cumin before revealing the ultra-masculine base of wood, musk, amber and vanilla. Launched in 1995. Top Note: Mint, Lavender, Bergamot Middle Note: Cinnamom, Cumin, Orange Blossom Base Note: Vanilla, Tonka, Sandal, Cedar
Polo Black cologne by Ralph Lauren is a modern and elegant crisp wood fragrance for men, launched in 2005. This fragrance features a central note of patchouli, balanced by fresh sage, iced mango and crisp green accords countering a deep and masculine blend of sandalwood and the tonka bean. A confident and enticing scent choice for the modern urban man. Top Note: Iced Mango, Tangerine Aldehyde, Lemon, Sage, Water Fruits Middle Note: Silver Armoise, Sparkling Liquid, Accord, Calone, Hedione Base Note: Sandalwood, Patchouli Noir, Timberol, Tonka Bean
212 cologne by Carolina Herrera is a fresh woods scent for the sophisticated urban man. A cosmopolitan composition of green peppercorns and sandalwood laced with fresh grapefruit and mandarin, rich gardenia and a musky incense base, 212 is confident, thick and alluring. Launched in 1999. Top Note: Bergamot, Lavender, Green Note Middle Note: Gardenia, Pepper, Ginger Base Note: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Incense, Musk
There aren't many masculine colognes which project at a more confident and graceful pitch: beautiful, understated, crisply arid and expansively rich, this one is a class act in a bottle and a classic to be discovered by younger generations. Yves Saint Laurent pour Homme, embodying everything that the acclaimed French designer thought about great style, distinguishes the men from the boys, but it's not your dad's Old Spice, even though it's no rookie itself, hailing from 1971. Top Note: Citron, Ginger, Ozone Middle Note: White Pepper, Violet, Basil Flower Base Note: Vetiver, Cedar Virginia Cedar, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood
A modern classic, Eternity for Men is a serene fougère, classic and clean-smelling, but with character. Its sharp freshness never overshadows the herbal and floral touches which provide the surprisingly tranquil aura beneath. Geranium-rosy notes contrast with masculine, cool vetiver and citrus-lavender accents to result in an easy, friendly cologne that can be enjoyed year round and which transitions well into the office. Top Note: Bergamot, Lemon, Petitgrain, Lavender Middle Note: Orange Blossom, Coriander, Juniperberry, Lily Of The Valley Base Note:Sandal, Rosewood, Musk, Amber
A public favorite that has spawned numerous revamped versions, Fahrenheit cologne by the design house of Christian Dior was introduced as a fresh woods scent for the warm and distinctive man. A subtle and comforting mix of notes, including mandarin, honeysuckle, violet, leather, cedar and sandalwood. Launched in 1988. Top Note: Mandarin, Bergamot Middle Note: Violet Leaves, Nutmeg, Carnation Base Note: Vetiver, Patchouli, Leather
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