{"id":1234906,"date":"2025-12-24T07:37:27","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T04:37:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1234906"},"modified":"2025-12-24T07:37:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T04:37:27","slug":"my-brother-is-a-mens-fragrance-snob-these-are-the-colognes-he-brags-about","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1234906","title":{"rendered":"My Brother Is a Men\u2019s Fragrance Snob\u2014These Are the Colognes He Brags About"},"content":{"rendered":"
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My Brother Is a Men\u2019s Fragrance Snob\u2014These Are the Colognes He Brags About<\/h1>\n

He\u2019s got a nose for these things.<\/p>\n

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    \nCaitlyn Martyn is a New York-based beauty and style associate editor for Byrdie. Caitlyn has covered makeup, skincare, hair care, fashion, and wellness topics for outlets such as Byrdie, WhoWhatWear, Mindbodygreen, Well + Good, and more.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      Perfumes and colognes for men are the best gifts\u2014try to convince me otherwise. There\u2019s just something special and luxurious about unwrapping a fresh bottle of fine fragrance. My brother Ryan is a certified fragrance snob (his most prized possessions are his bevy of cologne bottles), so I asked him to share the fragrances he gets compliments on the most. His list is pretty exhaustive, so I narrowed it down to three must-haves from luxury brands like Kilian and Dior, plus an aura-enhancing pick from Maison Margiela. Whether you\u2019re getting a head start on your holiday shopping for the guy in your life or looking for inspiration for your own collection, you\u2019ll find his most-coveted colognes ahead.\n<\/p>\n

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      While it\u2019s technically an eau de parfum (this just means there\u2019s a higher percentage of fragrance oil than in a classic eau de cologne), Angels’ Share is one of the most highly sought-after fragrances for both men and women. It opens up with notes of cognac derived from liquor (hence its rich caramel color), oak, cinnamon, and tonka bean before settling into the skin and softening, leaving notes of sandalwood and vanilla in its wake. \u201cI have the smaller size, but I\u2019d love to receive the full size as a gift since the art deco glass bottle is one-of-a-kind,\u201d Ryan explains. \u201cIt\u2019s designed to look like a decanter that catches the light at all angles, making it the star of any collection.\u201d So, in short, every detail (quietly) screams luxury.\n<\/p>\n

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      Even if this is your first foray into the men\u2019s fragrance space, you\u2019ve definitely heard of Dior Sauvage (or, perhaps, at least seen Johnny Depp\u2019s ads for it). The warm, spicy scent has a unique scent profile featuring potent notes of Calabrian bergamot, pepper, lavender, cedar, and amber. It\u2019s available in an eau de parfum and an eau de toilette for a little cheaper, but Ryan recommends splurging on the Elixir, which has the same character as the original Sauvage yet takes it up a few notches with a layer of spices (think: cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom). It\u2019s alluring and long-lasting\u2014a win-win.\n<\/p>\n

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      Maison Margiela is known for curating scents that evoke a certain vibe\u2014in this case, a swanky, dimly lit jazz bar. Its smoky, boozy, and leathery notes (i.e., tobacco leaf, vanilla, and, literally, leather) are balanced by fresh notes of pink pepper, cardamom, cedarwood, and geranium. It\u2019s cozy and sophisticated, adding a mysterious aura to all who wear it. It\u2019s also memorable and distinctive, so don\u2019t be surprised if people recognize the scent on you. \u201cWhile it certainly leans more masculine, I know several women who wear it,\u201d Ryan says. \u201cIt smells great on everyone.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

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      When choosing a fragrance, you’ll want it to resonate with your style and personality, and <\/em>smell good. To ensure we’re recommending colognes that we ourselves would wear or like our loved ones to wear, we tested popular men’s fragrances in our NYC lab. Here are some of our favorites:\n<\/p>\n

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      Why Trust Byrdie <\/span><\/h2>\n

      Caitlyn Martyn is an associate editor at Byrdie who covers beauty and style topics. Her brother, Ryan, is a men’s fragrance aficionado, who she consulted for help testing and analyzing the notes and longevity of each winning scent on this list.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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