From fresh, new scents to tried-and-true classics.
The importance of men’s fragrances cannot be underestimated. We all have a friend who uses too much (or more) spray and leaves the room shrouded in hazy smoke. There’s also a guy with a cologne that smells like the one you wore in high school.
Whether you’re on a first date, attending a job interview, or just passing a stranger on the sidewalk, your scent is one of the first places people notice you. The type of fragrance you wear can help you decide on a second date or get a job.
Finding the best fragrance is a personal journey and ultimately depends on your preferences (and budget). If you’re using a scent that takes a few sprays to get the job done, you’re probably using an inexpensive product that probably should be thrown in the trash.
Don’t get us wrong. We know that not everyone has the money to buy designer fragrances. But the good news is that there are plenty of good colognes at affordable prices. We’re here to help you on your Cologne trip and have compiled a list of the 8 best men’s colognes for 2022.
RALPH LAUREN POLO BLACK
If you’re looking for a sophisticated scent from a classic brand that always delivers on-point fragrances, check out this Ralph Lauren eau de toilette.
This original cologne was introduced by Ralph Lauren in 2005, and it has been a hit ever since.
Polo Black cologne fuses hints of mango, patchouli noir, silver armoise, tangerine, lemon, tonka bean, sage, sandalwood and patchouli.
VERSACE EROS
It has been considered one of the best since being introduced to the market in 2013. This vibrant, warm and spicy cologne has exotic notes of mint leaves, Madagascar vanilla, orange blossom, Italian lemon zest and geranium flower.
BURBERRY HERO
This cologne is perfect for the modern sophisticated man looking for his go-to signature scent.
It blends bergamot, black pepper and juniper, along with a trio of warm cedarwood oils sourced from the Atlas Mountains in Africa, the Himalayas and the Appalachians in Virginia.
TOM FORD TUSCAN LEATHER
This incredible cologne from luxury fashion house Tom Ford is incredibly masculine and rich. Complex and warm notes of leather saffron and black suede are blended with jasmine to create a sophisticated woody scent.
CALVIN KLEIN DEFY
It is one of the company’s latest men’s cologne, and it does not disappoint. It was designed for adventurous men who are not scared to test boundaries.
Defy Cologne by Calvin Klein has got a bold and unmistakable scent that stays true to the brand’s traditions. Moreover, the scent’s top note is accomplished by combining bergamot, cedar leaf, and mandarin oil. The middle note uses lavender, violet leaf, and sage clary, while the base note fuses vetiver oil, musk, and amber.
PRADA LUNA ROSSA SPORT COLOGNE
This cologne is perfect for those men who like sports. It is a low-concentration cologne that comes on strong and fades faster than traditional colognes. The Luna Rossa Sport cologne uses vanilla, lavender, juniper berries, and ginger.
GIORGIO ARMANI ACQUA DI GIÒ
Giorgio Armani is the epitome of sophistication, and this fresh aquatic eau de toilette became an instant classic. This cologne is blended with marine notes of bergamot, neroli and tangerine with persimmon, rosemary and patchouli.
GIVENCHY GENTLEMAN
If you’re a suave man on a quest for a timeless scent, Boisée from Givenchy is the Eau de perfume you’ve been looking for. The warm fragrance starts with spicy notes of black pepper and coriander, which are followed by iris, cocoa and sandalwood.