The men's spring fragrance guide
"Good manners and good cologne are what transforms the man into a gentleman." Tom Ford was quite right. Scent is the most powerful of senses, capable of evoking memories, inciting emotions and instilling confidence.
Your fragrances should be treated like your clothing, each piece serving a different purpose; the parfum for the daytime, the cologne for the boardroom, the oud for your date.
And with the changing seasons, just like your clothing, your scent should also change. Spring is a time of renewal, of new beginnings - so shake up your smell and take your pick with our guide to this years top fragrances in honour of National Fragrance Day.
Check out the latest fragrance launches and what the girls are spritzing here.
Crisp and citrus based, this aromatic toilette was worn by Churchill - that kind of history and quality assurance speaks for itself. Blenheim Bouquet Eau De Toilette, 100ml for £97, Penhaligions
Rich and spicy, vanilla and tobacco are a match made in scent heaven. A sexy evening scent your girlfriend could borrow. Vanilla Eau De Parfum, 50ml for£155, Tom Ford
The combination of pepper, cedar and labdanum evoke a deeply charismatic scent, while incense and olibanum create a rich, spiritual quality. Vetiver 46, 100ml for £175, Le Labo
The base note of amber ensures a woody warmth, while the heart note of french lavender is both soothing and sensual. A wonderful day cologne. Amber & Lavender Cologne, 100ml for £88, Jo Malone
A woody base enhances the light, earthly structure formed from grapefruit, gunflint, pepper & vetiver. Terre de Hermes Eau de Toilette, 100ml for £78 Hermes
Light and warm, this slightly spicy perfum has an oriental feel. Almond, vanilla and a light leathery scent are on the forefront, while rose and lime create dimension and a welcomed softness to this Guerlain classic. L’Homme Ideal Eau De Parfum, 100ml for £77, Guerlain
This fragrance has achieved cult status worldwide and it’s no surprise why - the clever balance of sandalwood and iris with top notes of lemon and peppermint create the perfect blend of floral and woody qualities. Green Irish Tweed, 120ml for £220, Creed
The luxurious warmth of sandalwood and pepper contrast with the sea freshness evoked from juniper berries and pine. Blue Santal Eau de Parfum, 100ml for £90, Comme des Garcon
Grapefruit, incense, ginger, lemon - there is nothing this classic from Chanel lacks. Deeply layered and long lasting, this is the fragrance I get most compliments on. Bleu De Chanel, 100ml for £87, Chanel
The maestro of men's fragrances, this deep oud (courtesy of agarwood and leather) is offset with citrus and amyris for a musky, masculine scent. Colonia Intensa Oud Concentree, 100ml for £170, Acqua Di Parma
