Here are five recommendations for men’s colognes to help stand out in a crowd and stay fresh during the springtime Photo by Dylan A. Bryant
By Dylan A. Bryant, Staff Reporter
As temperatures have reached over 90 degrees, in the last few days, it is now the perfect time to start building a fragrance collection. Spring fragrances need to be versatile, have the ability to handle the hotter days, and deliver a fresh punch on cool spring days. Below is a list of the top five colognes to wear right now.
One of the most popular colognes in the last few years and on the Top 10 selling list on Macy’s, is Y EDP. This men’s cologne has become a modern classic. Two words for this cologne “Lenny Kravitz.” The face of YSL Y, is all that needs to be said for the popularity of this cologne. The opening scent is bright with notes of apple and bergamot. Once the fragrance dries down it ends with a fresh tonka bean and aromatic smell. YSL Y is perfect for those who like to go out a lot and be among the crowd. YSL Y is a no-brainer and should be a pick-up for most in the market for a great spring and summertime scent.
Chanel Bleu de Chanel EDP $130
The second best-selling cologne on Macy’s website is arguably one of the best colognes at the moment. Similar to other top-selling colognes, it is versatile and can be worn on almost all occasions. This cologne has many similarities to grapefruit and lemon. A fresh woody and citrus combination creates an ideal springtime scent. If you had to pick just one, Bleu de Chanel may be it. From sandy beaches to a night out in the town, it’s a cologne that can be used for any occasion.
Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio Profumo $110
Giorgio Armani is an improvement on the original cologne that came out in the 90s. Profumo has the same scent as the original does but lasts much longer. This cologne opens very bright with nice sea notes and hints of bergamot. The strong marine scent will carry throughout the day and keep the user smelling fresh.
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau Intense Pour Homme $100
Considered a “flanker” meaning it is based on the original scent but improved and modernized. This would be the safest cologne on the list and possibly the cheapest if found through second-hand retailers. Would be perfect for those looking for something not as strong and present a good subtle scent. This fragrance has notes of soft orange and grapefruit while maintaining a light fresh aromatic scent. Dolce & Gabbana is a staple and would be a perfect cologne for a day out on the pier. This fragrance brings to mind sandy beaches and boat rides. Don’t sleep on this timeless classic
L’Homme Ultime is a great springtime fragrance that is perfect for those looking to expand their current cologne collection. Not every cologne has to be a number one seller but should bring a great scent profile to the table. A fresh opening scent of ginger and grapefruit stands out. Ultimate is a warmer citrus scent but worth giving a try for those starting to get into colognes.
