Masculine scents to arouse your senses

There’s no sense more powerful and evocative than smell. Fragrances can convey a million moods – and different notes and aromas fit specific seasons and occasions. We’ve rounded up our top masculine notes to arouse rather than overwhelm your senses

MYTHICAL OASIS

Wood is an important building block to enhance and enrich the base notes of a fragrance. Its natural, dry and warm notes are often used as a base in colognes, giving a calming, natural and stable aroma to the fragrance. Refined, subtle and not overly done to provide a nurturing and long-lasting richness.

Giorgio Armani Privé Cuir Zerzura R4 650 Key dry down base note: Cedarwood

UNAPOLOGETIC SPIRIT

Tonka bean is a contrast of sweet tobacco-almond and green grass, which is a widely used note in perfumery today. A well-balanced and modern-smelling scent will make you feel both playful and classy.

Abercrombie & Fitch Authentic Night Homme R1 249.

Key dry down base note: Tonka bean

A GENTLE STRENGTH

Leather is a rich accord that packs a punch. Experience the warmth of this note from the base to the dry down, which is sensually intoxicating and radiates a confident elegance.

Chanel Le Lion De Chanel R3 590. Key heart note: Leather

NOBLE COMPOSITION

Spicy cinnamon is a scent that’ll make the dry down feel comfortable, cosy and versatile. The vibrancy of the spice echoes its rich and deeply masculine tonalities.

Hugo Boss BOSS Bottled R1 584. Key heart note: Cinnamon oils

A STANDOUT CLASSIC

Bergamot is a fresh and aromatic yet uniquely fruity and subtly floral scent with a mild, spicy tone. That makes it a crisp and wellbalanced fragrance for daily wear.

Mont Blanc Legend Eau de Parfum R1 415.

Key top note: Bergamot

AROMATIC NUANCE

Citrus aromas give a very uplifting and fresh impression, especially on the first whiff. Blended perfectly for those who love to have a good time.

Dunhill Icon Racing Blue Edition R1 749. Key top note: Calamans sicilian lime

MINGLED SWEETNESS

If you’re looking for a note that’ll make a scent more mysterious and outgoing, then musk is your vibrant and masculine choice. Added to spice things up, musk makes for a deep and distinguished blend.

Bentley for Men 100ml EDT R1 399. Key dry down base: Musk