There are so many men's perfume brands out there and choosing the right one can be tough, especially if you are new to the world of fragrance.
If you are totally new and don't know where to start, I recommend reading 7 Tips to choosing the right perfume.
Starting with the most popular ones is one of the best ways to start because you are most likely to find one that is suitable for you or if you are buying for someone else.
I've compiled the most popular men's fragrances in Malaysia and the description of each so that you can find the one that you like best. This post will hopefully help.
Acqua di Gio Profumo
Source: Fragrantica
Acqua di Gio the Profumo version is also a very popular fragrance amongst men. It has the same fresh DNA of the original Acqua di Gio but with toned down citrus notes and added smokiness.
This makes the fragrance a much better all around fragrance and not just great at the first spray. Very masculine, clean and sexy fragrance for men.
Scent type: Fresh & earthy
Main notes: Marine notes, incense (smoky), citrus
Suitable for: Office, events, meetings, date night
Overall rating: 4/5
Armani Code
Source: Fragrantica
Armani Code by Giorgio Armani is sexy masculinity in a bottle. It’s the perfect balance of citrus, dark, smoky woods, and deep leather with a sweet creamy touch. If you’re looking for something that is a crowd pleaser, you cannot go wrong with this one.
Scent type: Oriental fresh spicy
Main notes: Citrus, leather, tonka bean
Suitable for: Dinner, night out, office
Overall rating: 3.5/5
Armani Code Profumo
Source: Fragrantica
Jeremy Fragrance, a popular perfume reviewer globally, said Armani Code Profumo is one of the best fragrances he owns. This fragrance has the DNA of the original Armani Code with more sweetness to it. It is well known for its beast mode performance. This is a must for night out fragrance.
Scent type: Sweet warm
Main notes: Tonka bean, amber, leather, cardamom
Suitable for: Night out, date night, cold weather
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Chanel Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum
Source: Fragrantica
Chanel's Bleu de Chanel EDP is definitely an all time top perfume for men and according to perfume reviewers worldwide, it's also one of the most complimented perfumes of all time. What can you say? The ladies just love the smell of this fragrance.
Scent type: Fresh aromatic and woody
Main notes: Grapefruit, amber, cedar and sandalwood
Suitable for: Office wear, date night, indoor events
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme
Source: Fragrantica
Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme by the house of Chanel is a nice fragrance. By nice I mean, really nice. It’s fresh but doesn’t sting your nose.
The creamy smell to it is so mesmerizing but still masculine in a way which makes it such a great casual fragrance for men.
Scent type: Fresh
Main notes: Mandarin orange, mint, tonka bean, musk
Suitable for: Casual day out, office
Overall rating: 4/5
Coach Platinum
Coach Platinum smells like a creamy, more sweet Dior Sauvage kinda vibe. If you like mass appealing scents but want to smell a bit different than other guys, definitely go for this.
It’s a crowd pleaser. You’re going to smell fresh, clean, and very sexy wearing this.
Scent type: Fresh oriental
Main notes: Pineapple, sage, leather, vanilla
Suitable for: Night out, date night, events, suit and tie
Overall rating: 4/5
Coach for Men
Source: Fragrantica
Coach for Men is a pleasing, mass appealing and easy to wear fragrance. It’s the perfect everyday wear for the modern man. You can never get tired of this fragrance. It can definitely be a signature fragrance for some as it’s good for all occasions and weather.
Scent type: Fruity fresh spicy
Main notes: Pear, citrus, suede, cardamom
Suitable for: office, night out, dinner, casual
Overall rating: 4/5
Creed Aventus
Source: Fragrantica
Creed Aventus is the king of men's fragrances. Creed is a niche brand and niche perfumes aren't as popular due to the more expensive price and the unique smell. But this one is so popular that I had to include it in this list.
Even if you prefer mass appealing scents, you will still like this one. It’s fresh, sexy, and masculine. People will definitely notice the great smell if you are wearing this.
Scent type: Fruity fresh woody
Main notes: Pineapple, black currant, birch, musk
Suitable for: events, formal wear, night out
Overall rating: 4.8/5
Dior Sauvage EDT
Source: Fragrantica
Dior Sauvage EDT is a phenomenal fragrance. It’s a bestseller for a reason. It just smells soo good. This fragrance is not meant to be unique. It’s made to make you smell really good and get compliments. And it does that really well.
Scent type: Fresh spicy woody
Main notes: Bergamot, pepper, ambroxan, lavender
Suitable for: Night out, dinner, event, date night
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Dolce & Gabbana The One EDP
Source: Fragrantica
The One by Dolce & Gabbana is a sexy, seductive, masculine fragrance. Every guy needs to have this in his collection. The amazing thing about this fragrance is that it’s so versatile.
It works for casual everyday wear but it’s also elegant enough for dressing up. If you’re looking for versatility and high quality fragrance that have you smelling good, this is The One.
Scent type: Warm spicy sweet
Main notes: Grapefruit, orange blossom, amber, cedar
Suitable for: Office, date night, event, dinner
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male
Source: Fragrantica
Ultra Male by Jean Paul Gaultier is a really sweet fragrance for men. It’s not a feminine sweet. It’s a seductive masculine sweet scent. If you're looking for a more youthful, playful fragrance, this is a great fragrance for you.
Scent type: Sweet warm spicy
Main notes: Pear, lavender, cinnamon, amber, vanilla
Suitable for: Cooler weather, night out, date night
Overall rating: 4/5
Montblanc Explorer
Source: Fragrantica
Montblanc Explorer is a new 2019 fragrance and is a take on Creed Aventus that was mentioned above. This is such a great fresh maculine fragrance without the Creed Aventus price.
It gives off a modern, mature, masculine, and quite sophisticated vibe and goes well with formal occasions and perfect for office wear as well.
Scent type: Fruity fresh woody
Main notes: Bergamot, ambroxan, akigalawood, leather
Suitable for: Formal wear, office wear, night out, dinner
Overall rating: 4/5
Montblanc Individuel
Source: Fragrantica
Montblanc Individuel is one of the best inexpensive fragrance for men. The smell is a bit different than more of the modern perfume for guys.
It comes off as a clean, laundry type of smell with a hint of fruity raspberry. The mix of fresh and sweet notes makes it a great versatile, crowd pleasing fragrance.
Scent type: Fresh, sweet
Main notes: Lavender, cinnamon, raspberry, vanilla, pineapple
Suitable for: Office wear, casual
Overall rating: 4/5
Montblanc Legend
Source: Fragrantica
Montblanc legend is that “bad boy” type of fragrance that ladies love. It’s clean, sexy, masculine and gentle at the same time.
Perfect for guys that want to feel more confident at the office or when going out. But it’s not just the fact that ladies love this type of fragrance on guys, it really is a composition of great scents combined in a bottle.
Scentype: Fresh, woody
Main notes: Lavender, bergamot, pineapple, tonka bean, sandalwood
Suitable for: Office wear, night out
Overall rating: 4.2/5
Paco Rabanne Invictus
Source: Fragrantica
Another fragrance on this list that will grab the ladies attention. Invictus by Paco Rabanne is a gorgeous casual fragrance for men. It’s fun, energetic and seductive. If you’re a fun and party type of guy, this is a fragrance suitable for you.
Scent type: Fresh, fruity, sweet
Main notes: Sea notes, grapefruit, ambroxan, guaiac woods
Suitable for: Casual, night out, party
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Prada L’homme
Source: Fragrantica
Prada L’homme is on this list because it is the definition of the modern day gentleman’s fragrance. Unlike most mainstream men’s perfume out right now, this perfume means business.
Imagine dressing up, dapper, suit and tie kind of fragrance. It’s clean, elegant and masculine.
Scent type: Woody, aromatic
Main notes: Neroli, iris, amber, geranium, patchouli, cedar
Suitable for: Meetings, office, events, suit and tie
Overall rating: 4/5
Versace Eros
Source: Fragrantica
Versace Eros is a great fragrance for the fun and playful attitude. It is made for having fun, night out, partying or clubbing.
It’s sweet and loud with great projection. Highly recommended for the attention seekers.
Scent type: Fresh, sweet
Main notes: Mint, apple, tonka bean, vanilla
Suitable for: Night out, partying, clubbing
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Vesace Dylan Blue
Source: Fragrantica
Versace Dylan Blue is the best value for your money fragrance because the scent is great, performance is great, super versatile and not as expensive as other fragrances of its kind.
If you’re looking for a fragrance that you can wear for everything or any occasion, this is the one for you.
Scent type: Fresh, earthy
Main notes: Bergamot, grapefruit, ambroxan, patchouli
Suitable for: Office wear, night out, events, meetings
Overall: 4.2/5
Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
Source: Fragrantica
I personally think this is the best date night fragrance for guys. It’s fresh, it’s warm, it’s sweet.
Definitely a sexy masculine fragrance. Smells great in a cooler environment. The perfect fragrance for close encounters.
Scent type: Sweet, warm spicy
Main notes: Cinnamon, pepper, tobacco, leather
Suitable for: Cooler weather, date night
Overall: 4.5/5
YSL Y EDP
Source: Fragrantica
If versatile, any occasion kind of fragrance is what you’re looking for, just get YSL Y EDP.
It’s just an overall great scent for guys no matter if you’re wearing it in the office, to business meetings, night out with friends or at an event.
The best “blue” fragrance you’ll find on the shelf right now in terms of versatility.
Scent type: Fresh aromatic
Main notes: Apple, ginger, sage, amberwood, juniper berries
Suitable for: Any occasion
Overall: 4.2/5