Androgyny is in, and so are unisex scents. We’ve put together 11 fragrances you can share with your man... or save for yourself.
Androgyny is in, and so are unisex scents. We’ve put together 11 fragrances you can share with your man... or save for yourself.
Jo Malone Rare Teas Green Tea Cologne, $500.
Freshly harvested sencha ariake tea leaves were infused in alcohol for 22 hours, then combined with sesame, lentisk (a resin similar to pine) and a hint of pomelo to create this crisp, aromatic fragrance. Tea connoisseurs, you won’t want to miss this one.
Byredo Super Cedar EDP, $281.
This woody-floral perfume smells exactly like pencil shavings, thanks to its warm notes of cedar, which, together with notes of rose, silk musk and vetiver, make for a clean, elegant scent.
Scotch & Soda Barfly EDT, $85.
No, this unique fragrance doesn’t smell like a boozy drink. Instead, it smells warm, woody and citrusy, like a vanilla-and orange-infused spiced beverage. It’s extremely sexy and easy to wear.
Chanel Boy Chanel EDT, $310.
Inspired by how a woman can wear her man’s shirt and still retain her femininity, French perfumer Olivier Polge created this fresh fragrance with notes of musk, lavender, heliotrope, grapefruit and rose geranium. The overall eff ect? A clean, aftershave-like scent.
Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Forte EDC, $330.
The fragrance opens with a burst of bergamot, blood orange and neroli, while notes of leather, suede and musk add a tinge of richness. We’d wear this on a luxury cruise.
Armani Prive Rouge Malachite EDP (below left) and Vert Malachite EDP (below), $340 each.
Rouge Malachite is a heady woodywhite floral with notes of amber, tuberose, clary sage and cashmeran, while Vert Malachite is a creamy white floral with notes of vanilla, jasmine sambac and pink pepper. No matter which scent you prefer, either bottle will look beautiful on your dressing table.
Salvatore Ferragamo Tuscan Soul Quintessential Collection La Corte EDT, $290.
A floral-oriental perfume, this reminds us of a delicious drink – think jasmine-infused almond milk sweetened with a touch of vanilla.
Diptyque Eau des Sens EDT, $190.
Renowned French perfumer Olivier Pescheux has captured a blossoming orange tree in a bottle. With notes of orange blossom, bitter orange, juniper berries, patchouli and angelica, this perfume smells like a cup of citrusy herbal tea.
Kenzo Totem Yellow EDT, $95.
Freshen up your fragrance wardrobe with this woodyleathery citrus scent. The notes of lemon, pink grapefruit and tea leaves make it a refreshing scent perfect for super-warm days.
