When considering a gift of scent for the man in your life—whether that man is your dad, your husband, or your significant other—the quest can often feel somewhat daunting.  With the variety of scents currently available on the market and new ones added all the time, how does one begin to choose? 

Quite often, if you find the scent appealing, chances are the recipient will as well.  Although men can be just as selective about their scents as women, there is also the caveat that they will wear what their gift-giver feels they will smell good in.

We have curated a list of fifteen men’s scents that we offer here at Scentbox that are sure to hit the right note with the individual you wish to present them to.  Choosing a unique scent can, as we said, often be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be, and we have offered a little help for you in your decision-making.

Acqua Di Gio Profumo– Giorgio Armani

Armani presented its popular masculine aquatic fragrance Acqua di Gio in 1996. Nearly 20 years later, a new version of the fragrance is launched Acqua di Gio Profumo in 2015, elegant, airy and deep. The fragrance symbolizes the merging of sea waves with black rocks.Acqua di Gio Profumo is an aquatic, aromatic, woody and spicy composition which is, like the original, signed by Alberto Morillas. It opens with fresh aquatic accord and bergamot. Its heart captures aromatic tones of geranium, sage and rosemary, laid on the base of patchouli and incense.

Azzaro Chrome – Loris Azarro

Built on a dominant citrus and musk accord, the fragrance arouses freshness and vigor. A gentle aquatic note is added to this opening aroma, followed by a woody end note mixed with shades of “tea.” Top note: Lemon, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Pineapple. Middle note : Coriander, Jasmine, Cyclamen, Orris. Base note: Cedarwood, Moss, Tonka, Musk.

Boss Bottled Night – Hugo Boss

The fragrance aims at the ambitious young man who realizes his goals and strives for new challenges. Everything is within arm’s reach for him, and every dream is possible to be realized.  Boss Bottled Night is an aromatic fragrance that abounds in intense and masculine woody accords. It opens with lavender and birch tree aromas while accentuating intense heart aromas of African violet, resting on a base constructed of warm, precious woody nuances of the Louro Amarelo tree and sensual musk.

Eros – Gianni Versace

It’s inspired by and deeply connected with Greek mythology. This edition aims to reveal and release unrestrained passion and to accentuate desire. The fragrance was named after the Greek god of love and son of goddess Aphrodite, Eros. Inspiration by ancient Greece has lasted since the time when Gianni Versace raised his fashion empire and took goddess Medusa as a symbol of the brand to adorn numerous products of the house, among them also the new flacon of men’s fragrance Eros.

1 Million – Paco Rabanne

A woody, masculine fragrance for men, dynamic, energetic & passionate. Top notes include ruby mandarin orange, grapefruit & peppermint. Middle notes are rose absolute, cinnamon, and spices. Base notes blend leather, patchouli, white woods, and amber.

Armani Code – Giorgio Armani

The first oriental Giorgio Armani cologne for men, modern and charismatic. Armani Code combines a citron cocktail of bergamot and lemon with soft notes of olive tree blossom, warmed with Guaiac wood and Tonka Bean. This modern men’s fragrance is the ultimate cologne for men who move through life with confidence and charisma.

Burberry Brit – Burberry

Epitomizing the modern British man, Burberry Brit For Men captures a relaxed elegance and effortless style. This fresh, oriental woody fragrance blends juicy green mandarin and freshly cut ginger with wild rose and spicy hints of cedarwood to create a confident, sexy, masculine scent. Notes include Bergamot, Green Mandarin and Ginger Accord, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Wild Rose, Nutmeg, Tonka Beans, Oriental Woods Accords, Gray Musk.

212 – Carolina Herrera

Carolina Herrera presents a whole new 212 just for men. In a boldly masculine silver container, this innovative woodsy scent compliments and intertwines with 212 for women. With the personality of sandalwood, the spirit of incense, and the sensuality of guaiac, its character of cool gardenia is balanced by warm spices. It’s subtle and unique.

Light Blue Pour Homme – Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana’s newest fragrance for men is Light Blue Pour Homme cologne. Drawing upon their native home of Italy, this innovative design team has captured the sensuality of the Mediterranean. A refreshing blend of citrus notes combines perfectly with masculine woods and subtle spice to create a distinctive fragrance that epitomizes relaxed sophistication. Light Blue Pour Homme has notes of Sicilian Mandarin, Frozen Grapefruit Peel, Bergamot, Juniper, Rosemary, Szechuan Pepper, Rosewood, Musk Wood, Incense, Oak Moss. Mysterious. Confident. Sensual.

Invictus For Men – Paco Rabanne

Invictus, which is Latin for invincible, represents power, dynamism, and energy.  The fragrance opens with fresh grapefruit and a marine accord that lead to the heart of aromatic bay leaf and Hedione jasmine and a woody base of guaiac wood, patchouli, oakmoss, and ambergris.

Burberry – Burberry

Aromatic, Fougere, Fresh. This delicate fragrance contains bergamot, juniper, jasmine and is accented with patchouli, musk, and cedar, making Burberry perfect for casual use.

Gucci Guilty Eau Pour Homme – Gucci

Gucci Guilty Eau Pour Homme by Gucci is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. This offering is a new fragrance. The top notes are lemon and bergamot. Middle notes are orris, orange blossom, and snowberry. Base notes are patchouli and musk.

Le Male For Men – Jean Paul Gaultier

Since Jean-Paul Gaultier’s first men’s collection, he has shown men that they can indulge in the forbidden and that men can wear a kilt or dress with virility. A reminder to them that nothing in life is totally black or white but always a blend. Just as he made the woman in a corset as the symbol and bottle of his feminine fragrance, Jean Paul Gaultier now transforms the man in a sailor’s T-shirt into both the symbol and bottle of Le Male. Notes include Wormwood, Bergamot, Cardamom, Lavender, Orange Blossom, Cinnamon, Cumin, Wood, Musk, Amber, Vanilla, Tonka Bean.

Versace Pour Homme – Versace

The perfume Versace Pour Homme is composed of bergamot, neroli, bitter orange, and diamond citrus– a large fruit that is found in the south of Italy. The middle notes include geranium, clary sage, blue hyacinth, and cedar, while the base notes introduce accords of Oud tree, mineral amber, tonka beans, and musk.

Polo Blue – Ralph Lauren

The freedom of the big, blue sky, the energy of the open waters, an invigorating blast of fresh air for the man who lives life to the fullest. Polo Ralph Lauren Blue is a new definition of casual elegance. Cool, fresh, warm spice. A crystal blue sensation. Let it wash over you.

If you are looking to sample great smelling, premium scents, take a look at Scentbox.  If you find yourself still undecided on which scent to choose, we offer an economical monthly subscription plan and gift subscriptions that allow your recipient to determine the scents from our list that they like the best.