10 REFINED CLEAN FRAGRANCES FOR GENTLEMEN - CLASSY COLOGNES

[@jamesglandon3737]

0:58 - Banana Republic Neroli Woods 2:40 - Dior Eau Sauvage EDT 3:55 - Bvlgari Man Glacial Essence 5:07 - Bottega Veneta Illusione Cologne 5:57 - Lacoste Match Point Cologne 7:13 - Karl Lagerfeld Bois De Yuzu 8:24 - Hermes Eau De Pamplemousse Rose 9:55 - Acqua Di Parma Colonia Essenza 11:13 - Rochas Moustache 12:12 - Zegna Uomo

[@cekok6388]

GOATED

[@raulsaavedra709]

Correction at 2:40 is really Dior Eau Sauvage EDT (1966), not the Cologne, which also exists, but is much newer (2015) and not so highly regarded.

[@jamesglandon3737]

@@raulsaavedra709 Thank you for the correction, very much appreciated.

[@cristianzeitgeist2405]

Thank you 👌👍

[@snortchgortch4253]

All stellar imo

[@ethanddog31]

Ezzenza is amazing. Smells better the longer it’s on. Becomes sweeter and more inviting. Orange Julius.

[@elliothm8370]

Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza is an Italian masterpiece!

[@oce1989]

Thank you Fragrance Jesus. I watch you every day.

[@tomdefranco816]

I have grown to really enjoy a fragrance that I purchased a week ago or so from Amazon. It's Cremo Blue Cedar and Cypress. The initial aroma has citrus and a woody vibe. The rest is woods. It's long lasting. I sprayed it on at 9am yesterday and still smell it 22 hours later. It would seem to work well in an office environment as well as outdoors on a spring-summer and possibly early fall sunny day. I'm not sure yet how well it projects, but it's an inviting smell as far as I'm concerned.

[@jingledubz3989]

Great video Ash! Coincidence alert too. This morning I answered your Best Designer Spring Fragrance of all time question, and my answer was Dior Eau Sauvage, either the EDT or Parfum. It will never get chosen, but oh well. Amazing, amazing stuff. Especially the EDT. It’s decades old, and is still fantastic! 👍

[@darrenclarke3677]

Guerlain Vetiver has to be on this list Ash??

[@philelson113]

I already have Bois de Vetiver which I love, was thinking of getting Bois de Yuzu. Think this video has convinced me to make the purchase.

[@redhawkmillenium]

Banana Republic Neroli Woods is 🔥. Worth mentioning that it can be found all the time at Burlington for $20 or less, a better price than you can get even from discounters.

[@turtlesturtlesturtles]

Thanks for the tip

[@jonstern7511]

I'm in the UK and got it for £10 on offer in the Superdrug chain. Also got Banana Republic's Tobacco and Tonka Bean for the same price, which is kind of a fun fragrance...

[@gropestha]

Definitely thought Platinum Egoiste would be on this list.

[@mobilepsycho]

10:20 ADP Colonia Essenza is my travel fragrance. I pack it since it's 50ml and you can include it in your carry on without problems (yes I know there are many in this format). Perfect for mature gents on a business trip.

[@dialanddram]

Guerlain, Hermes, and Dior are my go-tos for that "gentleman" vibe. Cartier Santos, Declaration, and Pasha are all really nice too and can be had for $35 or so.

[@abhishekporaxar]

You missed out Tom Ford Grey vetiver.

[@BellumOmniumContraOmnes]

Best of the bunch.

[@Macnchedda01]

Why isn’t platinum egoiste on here?

[@veeruakshay3926]

facts!

[@jasonwalter8636]

Because it isn’t 1993

[@jordanwebster1728]

To avoid obvious choices, platinum egoiste is talked a lot in this category

[@flightgravity7483]

@@jasonwalter8636 it’s also not 1966, but he still mentioned Eau Sauvage

[@jasonwalter8636]

@@flightgravity7483 he also clearly stated Eau Savage was the benchmark for that style fragrance for decades to come. Egoiste doesn’t fit the bill. It just smells dated now

[@TripleKSC]

Nice to see Zegna's "Uomo" featured here. Absolutely love it!!

[@MuddyGreenMonster]

Eau de Guerlain fits in this genre perfectly.

[@andrew7650]

Is Eau de Guerlain anything similar to Dior Eau Sauvage edt? How does it perform? Was thinking about getting a bottle 👌

[@MuddyGreenMonster]

@@andrew7650 kinda similar. Both have that vintage vibe. The Guerlain is more lemon citrusy & the Dior is more barber shop. Longevity is roughly the same. Personally I prefer the Guerlain, but both are fantastic.

[@nerowleyedp-thenorthernfra2929]

1 choice- Beau De Jour

[@TheFragranceWardrobe]

Eau Sauvage is greatness. One of my favorite classy scents for warm weather

[@joshr6058]

Got any opinion on choosing between Eau Savage and Platinum Egoiste?

[@TheFragranceWardrobe]

@@joshr6058 I haven’t tried platinum Egoists yet. Last time I was ready to order it the discounters were out of stock

[@turtlesturtlesturtles]

What about Mugler Cologne? Would it fit this category?

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@TheFragranceWardrobe]

@@mixedpleasure4324 I have Eau sauvage edt

[@justaddlight]

Hermes and AdP certainly do citrus right!

[@Donny229]

Dior Eau Sauvage is one of my favs for summer. It just smells oldschool and manly. I have a 70's miniature sample of it from my grandpa and i wish my current formulation would be as aromatic as the old one but i still love it very much 🤘🏼

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@Donny229]

@@mixedpleasure4324 EDT

[@mixedpleasure4324]

@@Donny229 tanks man.. you like the smell better or does it last longer or what makes you pick that one.. I tried the cologne the other day and really liked it but I havd never tried the edt so I was about to by the cologne but just wanted to check that I would pick the best of them

[@ManicMindTrick]

I have a vintage bottle and I prefer the new formulation. Who knows how well my vintage bottle is preserved but my new bottle is just so much more alive. I believe it's because citrus is one of the fragrance compounds that deteriorate the quickest.

[@raulsaavedra709]

Awesome list. To the Dior Eau Sauvage EDT we could have added the Dior Eau Sauvage Parfum for an all-encompasing combo of great clean classiness.

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@raulsaavedra709]

@@mixedpleasure4324 The EDT is the highly regarded one, not the Cologne. You can double-check by seeing the # of revies and scores for either one on Parfumo and Fragrantica.

[@mixedpleasure4324]

@@raulsaavedra709 thank.. I was about to buy the cologne because that the only one I tried and I liked it but if the edt is better then I for sure will get that one instead

[@greggraham9785]

Hello Ash, how are you? Great job great list!! I always thought LALIQUE White is a Gentleman Fragrance. Stay safe brother!!

[@Dima80F]

Like for Zegna Uomo!Very underrated cheapie when it comes price/quality.

[@thusomolefe516]

Givenchy's Gentlemen Only EDT fits perfectly here, another one which is very much slept on.

[@ShivasIrons22]

Rochas Eau de Rochas Homme fits in here very well. Would like to get your take on it.

[@stephenbennett3985]

Great list Ash! Lol at the monocle!! You do read the comments! Thanks!

[@sarmero8958]

Ive been wanting to get an Acqua di Parma for some time, but i see all the reviewers say they are more grown up scents, and I usually hate the oldman vibe in perfumes. Im not that young but its just not my thing. What would be a younger smelling Acqua di parma to try?

[@guayaquilindependiente8763]

Was looking for someone to ask this, as I’m also wondering… I’m 27 and I would like to try something out from their line that is more appropriate for my age as well.

[@CAA84788]

I would say Colonia Intensa is still like serious business guy, but not as mature smelling as Essenza (although many disagree). I like both but Essenza is heavier and soapier smelling to me. Colonia Pura you might like too, it is more unisex leaning but just smells super clean. Different scent but it gives me Prada L’Homme vibes due to the cleanliness, office friendly, slightly unisex smell.

[@WifeMadeThaStew]

I love ADG Profondo, ADG Profumo, Bentley Silverlake, etc. Are there any niche alternatives? Not necessarily extremely similar or clones; just in the same ballpark.

[@A7mad.]

Try beach hut from amouag and reflection man and layton from pdm

[@A7mad.]

Tiziana terenzi orion

[@patrickbateman4541]

Lol if you wanna pay niche price get yourself a bottle of ADG essenza

[@gabrielgabro4755]

I like these videos. I think everyone do miss this kind of fragrance after getting stuck with heavy orientals.

[@NPRGAdmin]

Best vid you’ve done in months!

[@petarj.9620]

Creed Original Vetiver and Chanel Bleu de Parfum👍🏻

[@ahmedbaher9111]

Big fan of your chanel There has been a perfume called intenso by dolce & gabanna And seriously this fragrence hasn't been talked about on any of youtube's known chanels in this category Would be great if you can make a video about it Many thanks

[@torres7918]

is that so about the zegna uomo, I was just in tj maxx 18 bucks for 100ml they had a few bottles I guess I will go back and buy all of them if I find them, I do have 1 backup and another 90 percent used, I only bought those for 20 bucks 3 months ago.

[@Mark-vs9rk]

Have you ever tried Z Zegna Milan? Any thoughts?

[@elgencadorna2135]

Yes, Colonia Essenza! Simple yet classy

[@zvikaso]

My elegant frechies are : Dior ES, AdP Colonoa Intensa, TF NP/NPA/NPF (soon ES parfum, TF amalfi, Essensa and Villoresi's Acqua di Colonia will join) ... who could ask for more ?

[@freedomring3022]

my wife has been my fragrance sniffing guinea pig if you will. I buy samples of many you recommend and have her smell them when they are on me. Some she likes, some she doesn't.

[@ct90twa]

Have all of these, except the last one. All are great. Gravitas Pour Homme would fit well on this list too.

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great list and I'm going to try these fragrances and have a blessed day

[@justadudeintheworldman.120]

Man I see you a lot of different places and your comments are always positive & end with have a blessed day. I hope you get exactly what you deserve.

[@michaelbullock8011]

Yes man I really mean it and thank you very much and you have a blessed day

[@antonioloffredo1543]

Love Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza...

[@MrBenZvi]

Illusione is so nice isn't it, performance notwithstanding. Also, the original BV pour homme. Pampelmousse Rosse has a concentrée version (so basically an edt to give a little more oomph over the edc).

[@hermez8050]

Hey guys I'm looking for a fragrance like coco mademoiselle for men. Any suggestions?

[@iphidamasfilms1245]

idk, but if you like it you might consider just wearing it. unless you think there's too much of a note you consider feminine

[@hermez8050]

@@iphidamasfilms1245 yh I guess that's what I will have to do. Thanks

[@vincenthusvh]

Ash, what's your opinion on BVLGARI Man Wood Essence?

[@robertkerr9527]

It's actually a great fragrance versatile but not do great hor jot weather in my opinion.

[@Artsloverinlr]

I want the Eau de Pamplemuse Rose. Sounds terrific. I’ll just spray four times a day. Anybody on here tried this one?

[@johnborges5938]

I've been a huge fan of this one for years now. It's incredible in high heat and humidity situations (I was living near New Orleans when I first discovered it). One of the most memorable times I wore it I was buying a car. The deal fell through in the end, but the next day the salesman texted me to ask the name of the cologne. I would look for Concentré de Pamplemousse Rose rather than the Eau de Cologne. Higher concentration, lasts a bit longer, but the same fragrance.

[@johnborges5938]

Concerning Hermès Eau de Pamplemousse Rose, a great underrated gem that doesn't get much attention. In fact I think the whole Hermès Cologne line is overlooked and includes some surprising and amazing fragrances. Very similar in some ways to the Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo line. I would recommend the Concentré de Pamplemousse Rose over the EdC - same essential scent but lasts longer. BTW, I don't get anything like a traditional rose scent anywhere in this fragrance. At best it might have a touch of that spicy green scent you get from non-fragrant roses, but even that is in the background. I think some of the confusion is in misreading the name: "pamplemousse rose" is French for "pink grapefruit" - as opposed to the less sweet and more pithy plain grapefruit. Don't skip this one just because you can't handle rose in a cologne.

[@ManicMindTrick]

Longevity is awful on all of these. But that's to be expected.

[@DarthJabba504]

Eau Sauvage EDT and Rochas EDT are both by Roudnitska

[@jamesandrew3121]

It’s about time you mention Colonia Essenza, Ash! 🔥

[@patrickbateman4541]

Fantastic performance for an EDC too idk how they do it

[@jamesandrew3121]

@@patrickbateman4541 oh man for sure! Recently I received a 180ml bottle. Will spray the heck out of it!

[@alanjbennett3733]

Colonia Essenza is a great scent due to its use of jasmine. More mens fragrances should use jasmine as that alone is a great smell.

[@winnienguyen4420]

Have you tried Reflection man? Excellent men's floral with a night blooming jasmine note. Bought it for my husband.

[@alanjbennett3733]

@@winnienguyen4420 I've not tried it but I will one day soon

[@MartinSasik]

Hello, aqua di parma colognia essenza tester 100ml/31€ :-)

[@austinherzog8465]

Is there such thing as a barber shop fragrance that smells like American crew shampoo ?

[@mikedee8554]

These are my preferred reviews. Eau Sauvage my Dad's signature scent is so special to me;and Acqua di Parma is my preferred Brand

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@mikedee8554]

@@mixedpleasure4324 the first one is EDT innyear 1966. Eau de cologne I smelled a sample and it is weak. I prefer EDT. But the one planning to sample is EDP, never smell it but I feel it is something special.withbits green juice

[@dirkvancauwenberg4553]

always give me a positive vibe when I read your reviews Ash ! Great job..

[@stephenthomas3476]

You’re banging the reviews out fella, I can’t keep up 😄

[@русланшальман]

acqua di parma essenza di colonia sounds similar JV artisan pure?

[@thedrydown4329]

Thank you Ash!

[@brunogiambroni1422]

I wasn’t a fan of zegna uomo myself. Also the bottle I bought would leak every time I sprayed so I was able to return it thankfully

[@shoresy6943]

We're happy with the tshirt, how about some time stamps though?

[@owenclark9567]

loved that intro Ash

[@robertkerr9527]

Spoken like a true gentleman 🕴️ 👏 ✨ 👌

[@pablitn]

Please use a smaller seat. I want to watch you collection. Thanks!

[@rah1721]

HELP HELP HELP!!!!! What has happened to Cariter Declaration Bois Bleu - a stunning icy fragrance. DO YOU KNOW IT ASHTON????? Can't get it anywhere any longer. ADVICE PLEASE!!

[@patrickbateman4541]

Not even ebay? Plenty on there it seems

[@muszaihidzain5814]

Bro, please review hugh parson traditional fragrance. its nice.. thanks

[@svengolly7150]

Zegna Uomo is one of my underrated favorites

[@jarno1208]

Great list bro! Can you do top Dunhill?

[@Joa287]

Your Facebook page isn't working, Ash. Says, content not found/page may have been removed.

[@vicenteg1990]

I llllllluv zenga uomo, but performance is terrable. Does any 1 know a better quality juice with same smell.

[@mazzh9370]

Lhomme libre ysl is close. Check reviews on fragrantica

[@justadudeintheworldman.120]

Looking for something of this sort, clean, refined but with a Mediterranean twist.. anyone have suggestions?

[@johannlehen3965]

Aqua di Parma essenza

[@HardkoreHiggins]

Thank you sir!!!

[@jdogbeck1]

GENTS WITH HEY SCENTS HERE FRIENDS ASH

[@jimbeam4140]

Harkins back to the 50s? Eau Sauvage came out in 1966.

[@ANUNAKI187]

What does a clearwood tree look like?

[@patrickbateman4541]

It's a fantasy note

[@bounbone]

eau sauvage parfum 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@bounbone]

@@mixedpleasure4324 i only have the parfum version

[@billiramone]

Dior Homme Eau.

[@OtavioChannel]

Essenza is my number 1 fragrance

[@LooseBills]

Havent watched the video but I hope Bond No9 "Chez Bond" is on here.

[@CaliReviews]

i need to beef up my lacoste collection since i dont have one lol

[@nemanjav99]

Can you do a bond no 9 b9

[@keithc187]

Zegna Uomo makes Acqua di Gio EDT redundant.

[@curtisallanharms248]

Great list man. Giving me some more great ideas for new fragrances. My wallet thanks you.

[@reasonableselectivefragran5047]

Great fragrances. Eau Sauvage EDT 👍

[@mixedpleasure4324]

What is best the Cologne version or the EDT?

[@reasonableselectivefragran5047]

I meant to write Eau Sauvage Eau de Toilette, which was and still is One of the best unique smelling fragrances ( the nearest one was Armani Eau Pour Homme)

[@TheKhunda]

FRAGURU... keep it up

[@JERZEELOON]

I really like zaharoff

[@AD-ky5ci]

So you could choose from Chanel (Antaeus/Egoist) or guerlain (Habit rouge/ Homme) or Serge Lutans and you decided to put Lucas and Banana republic on this list and say they are easy to wear to office for a video targeting “gentlemanly scents”!!! Cool.

[@patrickbateman4541]

Personal preference dude get over it

[@AD-ky5ci]

@@patrickbateman4541 it’s like saying my personal preference is that stale wine is better than a full bodied well aged bottle. Doesn’t mean I’m right or know what I’m talking about but you know, get over it.

[@patrickbateman4541]

@@AD-ky5ci every youtuber goes by what their viewers might like more also. I'd pick anteus myself but hey most his viewers prob won't like it

[@AD-ky5ci]

@@patrickbateman4541 fair enough. Now we agree.

[@billyboy8534]

Sung Homme is another.

[@danielkeki7553]

Where is Tom Ford- Beau de Jour? 😢

[@Drumlegends]

you forgot the best one - masculin pluriel!!!

[@jasonbenford3427]

Would have been cool ta see ya dressed up as the "Monopoly Guy"!!🎩...🤣!

[@johnny-H]

Dunhill icon,,

[@raunc9278]

Friend gents hey here with ash scents

[@Adrian-wk2nu]

Zegna Uomo has been discontinued since 2019.

[@torres7918]

is that so has it been discontinued I see this stuff every week at local tj maxx or Burlington for 20 bucks

[@victorashul]

no Aspen on this list?!!? :(

[@LouiePHSC]

Suit and monocle? Nah, saggy tee all the way...

[@jackhasselhoff1021]

Don't worry I didn't expect you to rock any of these snazzy I mean you can barely shave yourself😊

[@vinr3284]

Armaf legesi

[@derpamine]

banana republic NEOLI WOULDS

[@brunogiambroni1422]

Monocles or the list is illegitimate lol

[@davidgeorge4262]

My wood always come into play when I wear eau de Savage.

[@Denco12]

Weird flex

[@GoranAbraxas]

Hate the phrase "smells great for the price"... Either it smells great, or it doesn't, price shouldn't be a factor.

[@AssassinKing19]

agree

[@robertkerr9527]

For some of us price really is a factor. I have a mancera that costs 130$ and smells amazing. Also a Jaguar frag that costs 19$ and smells "great for the price". Personally I have no problem with the phrase since I have to be very selective due to a budget. I find no shame in that.

[@GoranAbraxas]

@@robertkerr9527 I think you misunderstood what I meant to say.

[@patrickbateman4541]

U overthinking

[@johnhickman2033]

No fragrances should ever be described as 'dated'.

[@hugejobbie]

shame that chair is not refined

[@roonnss]

3rd