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Best Colognes for Winter

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Best Colognes for Winter

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  • Popular choices: Stronger With You Intensely, Prada L'Homme Intense, Dior Homme Intense
  • Affordable options: Cremo Spice and Black Vanilla, Halloween Man series

Warm and Cozy Scents

For those seeking a warm and cozy fragrance reminiscent of being nestled by a fire, "Stronger With You Intensely" by Armani is frequently recommended. It offers a sweet, warm, and cozy scent that many users have enjoyed during the winter months [1:1], [2:4]. Another option mentioned is "By the Fireplace" by Maison Margiela, which captures the essence of warmth and comfort [3:1].

Versatile and Year-Round Options

Prada L'Homme Intense is highlighted as a versatile fragrance suitable for everyday wear, with its smooth and warm profile making it ideal for colder weather [5:2], [5:7]. Dior Homme Intense is another popular choice, praised for its powdery, warm, and woody notes, perfect for winter [5:4], [5:6].

Affordable Choices

For budget-friendly options, Cremo's "Spice and Black Vanilla" is highly recommended for its high-end scent despite its affordable price [4:2]. The Halloween Man series, including Halloween Man Shot and Halloween Man X, are also suggested for their affordability and appealing scents [4:5], [4:7].

Sampling and Testing

Many commenters emphasize the importance of sampling fragrances before purchasing to ensure you find a scent you truly enjoy [2:5], [4:3]. Visiting local fragrance shops or department stores can provide an opportunity to test various colognes on your skin and determine which ones suit your preferences.

High-End Recommendations

For those interested in more luxurious options, Creed Oud Zarian, Amouage Jubilation 40, Killian’s Straight To Heaven, and Initio Oud For Greatness are mentioned as premium choices for winter fragrances [5:5]. These offer unique and sophisticated scents that can elevate your winter fragrance collection.

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What should I get?

Posted by kberns15 · in r/Colognes · 3 months ago
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Hey everyone,

Brand new to colognes but want to start getting into it and start a collection. Right now my favorite is CK Eternity Flame. I love the warmness of the scent and would like to stick (at least for now) in that category of scent. What would you recommend as a warm winter month cologne. I want to feel like I’m nestled up next to a fire.

Thank you!

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Past-Candy9466 · 3 months ago

Armani stronger with you intensely (sweet warm cozy) isn’t bad I used tht last winter mainly, le male le parfums nice spicy fragrance with warmth, azzaro most wanted intensely very nice woody sweet

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Autumn and Winter Colognes

Posted by KingIntelligent7661 · in r/Colognes · 3 months ago

Hey all I’m new to the whole cologne space and have always just had one all year round. I want to expand my collection and get something that is nice for the colder months as I’m in Australia and it is starting to get cold. I’ve done some research of my own and keep seeing these lists with all the same colognes like Jean Paul etc…. I would really appreciate it if anyone could give me some pointers and suggestions on what I should get my budget is around $100 USD and I’m 18M if that helps. Thanks

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S4Guy2k · 3 months ago

Old school Fahrenheit is a banger for cooler weather, also Explorer is very versatile but I feel like it is more of a cooler weather option. Silver Mountain Water can be more year round but it is supposed to be more of a cool weather scent.

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Calm_Willingness_186 · 3 months ago

I second stronger with you intensely. Maybe you can try to sample some fragrances? I personally like azzaro the most wanted edp intense but it’s pretty popular. There are lots of winter fragrances and you can get (a select few) clone ones just as good as regular ones for cheaper!

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KingIntelligent7661 · OP · 3 months ago

So would you recommend instead of just getting 1 I should instead get a few testers as they tend to be a lot cheaper

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Calm_Willingness_186 · 3 months ago

Well some scents are just polarizing and it would suck to spend a lot of money on something you don’t like… maybe check around for fragrance shops near you where you can go in and smell them? I use microperfumes but I don’t know if they ship to Australia

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Ok_Competition_1115 · 3 months ago

Stronger with you intensely is always a good option. It’s a safe blind buy and mass appealing. Although it is very popular

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what are some good colognes for the fall that i should look into?

Posted by liamt12 · in r/Colognes · 13 days ago
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LOrangeDTroit · 13 days ago

Oud Wood

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GasparNoeMustache · 13 days ago

Oud Wood

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Italiano555 · 13 days ago

Boss Bottled Absolu

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Both_Name2284 · 13 days ago

Layton and Haltane.

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Dazzling_Industry719 · 13 days ago

by the fireplace maison margiela

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What cologne should I get for fall/winter?

Posted by gamepirate2015 · in r/Colognes · 2 years ago

I’m currently in high school and looking for a cologne that doesn’t break the bank and can be used for the colder seasons. I don’t have any other colognes so I am new to this. I wouldn’t want to spend more than $80-$130. Thanks for the help!

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AdiosTinyToast · 2 years ago

A really great fall/winter fragrance is Cremo's "Spice and Black Vanilla." It's listed for about $23 on their website. It's the only fragrance I've ever bought blind and I have absolutely no regrets. It smells so high end despite being so affordable

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J_F_Blaze · 2 years ago

Vintage Suede is quite nice for the price as well. Ombré Leather clone, and my bottle has good longevity on clothes. Not much projection though.

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RedRider1138 · 2 years ago

HOW DARE 😄 I was coming here to say this!

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Correct-Rule · 2 years ago

I would definitely recommend trying to test some in person if you can at a local Sephora, Macys or any department store like those two. It’s a nice option so that you can test out a few different ones and try them on your skin before purchasing a full bottle. I personally just picked up Spicebomb infrared from Nordstrom rack online for like $65 and I like it. It’s a good fall Christmas sent and you don’t need more than two or three sprays really. I’m a bit past high school but I think that’s something I would have worn

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gamepirate2015 · OP · 2 years ago

I’ll definitely do this tomorrow

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VulcanCawk · 2 years ago

Halloween man or Halloween man shot or both since you can get them for 30 each,If i were to score them i would give HM a 10/10 and HMS a 8/10 cuz it doesnt last long on me.

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SouthernBag589 · 2 years ago

Halloween man X is the king of the Halloween man line imo.

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French_TheMann04 · 2 years ago

A safe one that lasts a bit for winter and that people in high school will like around you is azzaro the most wanted parfum!

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Liquels · 2 years ago

I personally think stronger with you intensely is a better version or the most wanted. Imo the 2 are very similar in the drydown. For me stronger with you intensely lasted alot longer (10+ hours) and i liked the smell way more (more of a nutty vanile smell)

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French_TheMann04 · 2 years ago

Ahh okays I don’t have that one to be frank I’ll buy it right now! Just to see if they’re compatible lol. Love your input:)

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gamepirate2015 · OP · 2 years ago

I’ve heard of this one I’ll try to find it in a store tomorrow

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[deleted] · 2 years ago

Stronger with you Internsly or absolutely

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Best Winter Cologne?

Posted by MrMoo70 · in r/ScentHeads · 1 month ago

I’m looking for a new fall/winter cologne to add without vanilla or tobacco, what are some good options?

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Annual_Asparagus_408 · 1 month ago

Boss Bottled Elixir 👍Absolu 👍 Triumpf Elixir 👍The Scent Elixir 👍

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Irritable_Curmudgeon · 1 month ago

Boss bottled elixir is it.

Prada l'Homme intense is another good one

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Positive-Count-8890 · 1 month ago

Prada l homme and l homme intense are great ones!

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Annual_Asparagus_408 · 1 month ago

In deed in deed Prada Lhomme intense is my versatile every day fragrance its my favorit from my favorits... That is the 1 if i could have only 1 🥰

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the1992munchkin · 1 month ago

The GOAT Dior Homme Intense or Dior Homme Parfum (pre2025)

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MrMoo70 · OP · 1 month ago

Is it similar to Prada l’homme?

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Robgoldsup · 1 month ago

Both are Iris scents but I don’t think they smell too similar. I own both. DHI is much more powdery, warm, and woody. Prada L’homme is a soapy, “cold” iris. Prada is great year around, Dior is more suited for colder weather. DHI is a perfect scent in my opinion. Can’t go wrong with either though.

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the1992munchkin · 1 month ago

A lot smoother and warmer. Prada Lhomme gives me the "sticky" feeling.

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HATEupgradecard · 1 month ago

New Creed Oud Zarian

Amouage Jubilation 40

Creed GIT

Killian’s Straight To Heaven

PDM Haltane

Initio Oud For Greatness

Serge Lutens Amber Sultan

Azarro Most Wanted Parfum

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One_Tank_9684 · 1 month ago

Ombre Nomade

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Exotic_Increase5333 · 1 month ago

That is like asking for a winter without snow in Canada.

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Winter frag recommendations (for a teenager)

Posted by Senior_Tax5735 · in r/MontagneParfums · 4 months ago

I already have a solid rotation of summer colognes, but not a single winter one (which is a problem because I live in CANADA).

A lot of my friends already have a lot of the basic designer winter colognes, but I want to stick out, get something that they don’t have.

Vannila and sweeter colognes are my preference, but I’d like something more mature while not coming off as too mature, something I could wear on the very frequent rainy days we have here.

Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated, even ones that may seem like curveballs looking at my preference of sweeter colognes!

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blodger42 · 4 months ago

JPG Elixir could be good based on your requirements. If you want to go a bit more mature with a hint of spice, I'd also recommend Hugo Boss Absolu, such a underrated gem. nothing to see here.

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Pocusmaskrotus · 4 months ago

Sir, this is a Montagne sub.

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blodger42 · 4 months ago

Hahaha oops! My feed hits me with r/colognes, r/fragrances etc etc so I got mixed up.

Ironically was going to suggest Pdm Layton because I'm wearing Vanille Fraiche.

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ViktorVaughn71 · 4 months ago

Sweet, vanillic, different: Vanilla Fraiche. If your friends mostly wear designers the menthol note will make this one stand out.

Other rec’s: Feu Rouge smells like a cherry vanilla Dr Pepper. Bold Effect is sweet and another interesting dna for cooler days. Bobcat is a beast mode performer, leans a little feminine but a young man can pull it off. I’d throw Vanilla Absolute into the mix as well, it’s a lemon tart vanilla done incredibly well.

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Senior_Tax5735 · OP · 4 months ago

Thank you for the descriptive response! I’ll make sure to look into all of these!

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Pocusmaskrotus · 4 months ago

Vanilla Fraiche, Sicilian Tobacco, Wajan, and Cognac D'Ange are all fantastic.

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Senior_Tax5735 · OP · 4 months ago

If they have sample, I’ll for sure try them out and see how they are. They all seem like great choices!

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FFPLUGTHROWAWAY · 4 months ago

Vanille Fraiche, Wajan, and Sicilian tobacco are my top winter frags.

VF could honestly be an all season fragrance if you go light on the trigger during the summer.

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Senior_Tax5735 · OP · 4 months ago

Alrighty, thanks for the heads up on the vanilla one!

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Medium_Improvement71 · 4 months ago

Ambre musc

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Men, What is your favourite winter fragrance ?

Posted by Gladiators10 · in r/fragrance · 3 years ago

Women feel free to chime in on what you like on a man.

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Manifesto8 · 3 years ago

• Dior Vanilla Diorama

• Dior Homme Parfum

• Dior Ambre Nuit

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Gladiators10 · OP · 3 years ago

Dior fanboy much?

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ksbrooks34 · 3 years ago

I mean that Dior company does have a few good frags

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j_husk · 3 years ago

Parfums de Marly Herod

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surprisevisit9 · 3 years ago

Why this over layton for winter?

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j_husk · 3 years ago

I own and really like Layton, but try as I might I don't love it.

Herod is warm and cozy, like being wrapped in a cashmere blanket. When I'm out in the cold it's great to feel that warmth from my scent bubble. I also get great performance from it - around 10 hours.

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SirSniffs-a-Lot · 3 years ago

Masterpiece. My personal favourite fragrance of all time. 🙌🏻

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rocknrollchuck · 3 years ago

Azzaro Wanted by Night without a doubt.

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Random_Name_7 · 3 years ago

Polo red extreme by a mile

Then spicebomb extreme

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Blametruth31 · 3 years ago

Nice to see polo red extreme get a mention. That coffee note is fabulous.

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SlegSoldier · 3 years ago

For actual winter (cold):

  • Tom Ford Noir Extreme
  • Spicebomb Extreme
  • Armani Code Profumo
  • PDM Herod
  • Initio Side Effect
  • Azzaro Wanted by Night
  • MFK Grand Soir
  • Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous & Plum Japonais
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osantal · 3 years ago

I’ve been eyeing Tom Ford Extreme. I had a sample and I loved the fact that it wasn’t too loud. I enjoyed that it was a bit more personal.

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Favorites in the Winter

Posted by barb9212 · in r/fragrance · 6 years ago

I'm not talking about your fall and winter scents. What are your favorite fragrances when it is brutally cold outside? What are your favorites when your fall fragrances just can't cut it?

Mine are :

Armani Code Profumo

Valentino Uomo Intense

Viktor and Rolf Spicebomb

Versace Eros

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snkeolr · 6 years ago

Bond No 9 - New Harlem

Tom Ford - Tobacco Vanille

Tom Ford - Oud Wood

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JohannesVanDerWhales · 6 years ago

Lately:

By The Fireplace

Terre d'Hermes

Plum Japonais

Baccarat Rouge 540

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Tonka Imperiale

Musk Ravageur

Jazz Club

By The Fireplace

Tea For Two

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andresgebelu · 6 years ago

PdM Herod

MMM By The Fireplace

V&R Spicebomb

JV Dark Rebel

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BabyBlondeBeard · 6 years ago

This is mine, except I would switch out Dark Rebel with Feve Delicieuse. Great choices!

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nc_positronics · 6 years ago

Creed - Royal Oud

Tom Ford - Tobacco Oud

Amouage - Interlude Man

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What cologne should i get for the winter Jpg parfum,the most wanted parfum or valentino uomo BIR intense

Posted by AromaticBrush2600 · in r/Colognes · 2 months ago
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Retro_Riven · 2 months ago

You can't go wrong with Azzaro, you can wear that any time.

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AromaticBrush2600 · OP · 2 months ago

Can i wear it in school ? Winter and fall

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JRMarko · 2 months ago

Personally you can’t go wrong with azzaro most wanted Parfum 🤷🏽 a real beauty

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Frosty-Inspector-465 · 2 months ago

i did. it's doing NOTHING for me as far as compliments. and i'm virtually bathing in it. luckily i didn't spend a lot.

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GodyrSplitGates · 2 months ago

Stop using fragrances expecting compliments. Use it for YOUR enjoyment.

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Clash-for-dayz · 2 months ago

Valentino

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Dry-Preparation8815 · 2 months ago

Azzaro then jpg then bir

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Not_Sure__Camacho · 2 months ago

I have a bottle of the Azzaro and I swear it reminds me of someone baking a bunch of sweet winter holiday treats. I have the Valentino Intense, and it just doesn't stand out, IMO. As for the JPG, I think I tried a sample and it didn't really give me any cold weather vibes.

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Winter Cologne Advice

Posted by CrtrLe · in r/Colognes · 1 month ago

Do any of my colognes work well for the winter? It gets pretty cold where I live (-20 to -30 C). If not, can you recommend any based on my taste?

  • Chanel Allure Homme Sport (10/10 favourite cologne I have)
  • Nautica Voyage (8/10)
  • ADG Profumo (7/10)
  • ADG Profondo (8.5/10)
  • D&G Light Blue Intense (9/10)
  • Montblanc Legend Spirit (8/10)
  • Montblanc Explorer (6.5/10 blind buy least favourite cologne I have)
  • Versace Dylan Blue (7.5/10)
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Inevitable-Handle525 · 1 month ago

Great collection! My recommendation for you is to go with something sweet for the winter.

Any SWY flanker or my personal favorite, Grand Soir!

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No-Echidna-9168 · 1 month ago

Does d&g light blue smell like eggs ?? Way too many people have said this so I was wondering if you share the same opinion..

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meridius85 · 1 month ago

The opening is kind of off putting I wouldn’t describe it as eggs I wear it for the dry down so good

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CrtrLe · OP · 1 month ago

Not at all to me, I’d highly recommend but if you’re not sure just try to get a sample or find a tester for it to make sure you like it

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Fine-Historian4018 · 1 month ago

I like many on your list. You might also like (1) Terre d Hermes, (2) sospiro vibrato, (3) bleu de Chanel edp.

A more earthy direction could be (1) terre d Hermes Vetiver, (2) creed green Irish tweed.

I also say you shouldn’t buy into the narrative that you have to wear richer fragrances in the winter. Wear what you want.

But if you must, I like (1) Pdm Herod and (2) Tom Ford Ombré leather. You could also check out the lataffa fragrances for cheaper options.

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CrtrLe · OP · 1 month ago

I tried to get a sample or tester yesterday for bleu de Chanel and AHSEE but apparently they’re super stingy with samples :(

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Best colognes for winter

Key Considerations for Winter Colognes:

  1. Scent Profile: Look for warm, rich, and spicy notes that complement the colder weather. Common winter notes include amber, vanilla, sandalwood, cedarwood, and spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.

  2. Longevity: Choose fragrances that have good staying power, as colder temperatures can sometimes diminish scent projection. Look for eau de parfum concentrations for longer-lasting scents.

  3. Sillage: A fragrance with a strong sillage (the trail left by the scent) is ideal for winter, as it can be more noticeable in the colder air.

  4. Personal Preference: Consider your personal style and the occasions you'll wear the cologne. Some may prefer a cozy, intimate scent for close gatherings, while others might want something more bold for parties.

Top Recommendations:

  1. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille: A luxurious blend of tobacco, vanilla, and spices, perfect for a warm, inviting scent.

  2. Creed Aventus: Known for its fruity and smoky notes, this fragrance is versatile and sophisticated, making it suitable for both casual and formal occasions.

  3. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de l'Homme: A seductive blend of cardamom, cedar, and lavender, ideal for evening wear.

  4. Giorgio Armani Code: A warm and spicy fragrance with notes of tonka bean and leather, perfect for winter nights.

  5. Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace: Evokes the cozy feeling of sitting by a fire with notes of chestnut, vanilla, and smoky wood.

Recommendation: When choosing a winter cologne, consider trying samples or visiting a store to test how the fragrance interacts with your skin chemistry. This will help ensure you find a scent that you love and that lasts throughout the day.

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