It's not very often we cover a product that isn't going to be made anymore, but that's precisely the case with Creed Private Collection Tabarome ($405). Because the quality and quantity of natural ingredients needed to make this rich, peppery, citrus-y scent no longer meet the standards of the Creed... [More]
Time for a sharper, darker scent? Kenneth Cole Vintage Black ($68) combines "top notes of fresh green lime with a dry oakwood to create an icy tequila accord." Sounds (and smells) good to us.... [More]
"It devises its own destiny, gratifying every whim as it orchestrates an enthralling spectacle for the aesthete and connoisseur." We're used to seeing nonsense in fragrance descriptions, but the above line for Cartier Roadster ($105) takes the 2009 award for most absurd. With notes of English mint, cashmere wood, patchouli,... [More]
"Never resist the call of the game." At least, that's what Lacoste Challenge ($60) thinks you should do. With a woody base that's complemented by citrus notes of lemon and orange, as well as lavender and rosewood, it's a fine fall fragrance, and comes in a skyscraper-esque glass bottle with... [More]
Made using natural scents found in Switzerland, Victorinox Swiss Unlimited ($75) is a breath of fresh air for those used to overly-processed fragrances. It features hints of both Genepi liquor and Absinth, mixed with a little woodsy Swiss Alps Silver Fur for good measure, and comes in an awesome special... [More]
When its time to don more sophisticated rags than your standard shorts and polo, make sure you've got a fragrance to match. Brooks Brothers Black Fleece Eau de Toilette ($125) is a fine option, with notes of citrus, spices, bourbon, incense, and rosewood heart, all encased in a grey bottle... [More]
We'd imagine rock 'n' roll smells like cigarettes, booze, and sex, but luckily John Varvatos doesn't seem to have the same problem. John Varvatos Rock Volume One ($82) is a rock-inspired take on the classic Varvatos fragrance, adding notes of rose absolute and coffee beans to the original formula to... [More]
Sure, its bottle might look like a knock-off MP3 player, but the scent inside is anything but. Givenchy Play ($53-$71) is a terrific fragrance for the summer to fall transition, thanks to its Caribbean Amyris wood base. It offers a mix of fresh and woody scents, with notes of orange,... [More]
Get a new summer smell (besides that beer-and-sausage one) with John Varvatos Artisan ($55). The citrusy fragrance covers your bod with a "refreshing citrus explosion that develops into a spicy and floral blend followed by a masculine woody impression." It comes in a flask-shaped bottle that's hand-woven in distressed rattan.... [More]
Smell good and help out mother nature at the same time with Nautica Oceans ($65). The environmentally friendly fragrance features a long-lasting, biodegradable water-based formula that includes notes of ocean air, lemon tonic, sea salt rose, and teakwood, and arrives in 100% recyclable, eco-friendly packaging manufactured using wind power in... [More]
The original Baxter Bravado was a woodsy cologne launched by the company's founder, Baster Finley, in the 1970's. It was available for several years, but was, like all good things, eventually put out to pasture. Enter Baxter Bravado 2 and Bravado 3 ($80 each). These two new colognes are the... [More]
Looking for a fresh scent this fall? Check out Zirh Ikon ($65). The woodsy, natural scent features top notes of Cardamon, Ginger, and Lemon, mid notes including iris root, black cinnamon, and clove buds, and dry notes of frankincense and patchouli. Bold, fresh, and masculine.... [More]
For those of you who like Polo but always found it a bit too old man-ish, check out Polo Modern Reserve ($63). This updated scent replaces aging notes like chamomile and tobacco with cool cardamom spice and different blends of leather. A fresh, modern update to one of the world's... [More]
Burberry The Beat ($55-$65) is a fresh woody fragrance perfect for the changing season. Inside the Burberry-checked metal and glass bottle, you'll find a combination of leatherwood, vetiver bourbon, cerate, black pepper and violet leaves.... [More]
Coffee, you say? In a cologne? Yes. Thierry Mugler Angel Men Pure Coffee ($65) is a limited edition scent with its roots firmly planted in the world of java. With a base scent of slightly burnt coffee, the cologne also exhibits notes of different chocolates, giving it a rich, inviting,... [More]
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