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Colognes to buy for him

Here’s our pick of the hottest new scents for guys

By Annie Millar

Better Homes and Gardens Better Homes and Gardens Beauty and Lifestyle Editor / January 19 2017

Fragrances make an excellent and intimate gift for the man in your life. The trick is to match the scent to his personality. Sporty guys like fresh, citrus scents, while businessmen enjoy bold, confident fragrances. If he’s conservative, opt for a subtle cologne. Artistic types will appreciate something unique and look for fun names or out-there packaging for the funny guy.

Here’s our round up of the best scents for him.

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Polo Supreme Oud Eau de Parfum

For a refined gentleman, an exotic scent with a blend of precious spices, smoky oud and rich woods.

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Calvin Klein Eternity NOW For Men Eau de Parfum

Spicy ginger, crisp star fruit and a blend of cedar, tonka bean and vanilla make this a fresh fragrance.

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BOSS Parfums The Scent Eau de Toilette

Irresistible and unforgettable – like a savoured seduction – is this fragrance crafted with ginger and exotic Maninka.

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Ermenegildo Zegna Indonesian Oud Eau de Toilette

The oriental woody aroma is crafted around oud wood with rose and patchouli adding depth.

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John Varvatos Artisan Acqua Eau de Toilette

Inspired by the Mediterranean, this scent combines an invigorating citrus blend with accents of spices and herbs.

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Crabtree & Evelyn Black Absinthe Eau de Cologne

This smooth scent is infused with herbaceous notes of absinthe, artemisia and fennel flower.

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Annie Millar

Annie Millar is a Beauty Expert with more than 30 years experience in the Beauty Industry. Her qualifications include Life Coaching, Makeup Artistry, Beauty Therapy and Secondary Teaching. She is currently the Beauty and Lifestyle Editor for Better Homes and Gardens magazine.