Ryan Gardner

In the late 80’s and throughout the 1990’s, aquatic fragrances dominated the perfume market. Some legendary colognes were launched during this time, and the bulk of them were in the aquatic category. Cool Water by Davidoff was a staple fragrance in many men’s collections, and it helped to inspire so many other aquatic colognes and … Read more

Tobacco colognes are one of my favorite styles of scents. These fragrances appeal to men because the note of tobacco is usually mixed with other scents like whiskey, honey, rum, and vanilla. There are so many different ways that this note is blended when it comes to tobacco-infused fragrances. I tested and reviewed dozens of … Read more

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Toilette was released in 2017, and it was moderately successful. It was a solid fragrance, but it became less relevant in the next year due to the release of the Eau de Parfum version. The original EdT was discontinued, and they released a new version in 2022. This review … Read more

Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum was released in 2018, and it is a very successful fragrance for them. This version became more popular than the EdT concentration. It was marketed as a seductive fragrance for men. This is a masterpiece by Perfumer Dominique Ropion. We will provide you with an overview of YSL … Read more

Versace is an Italian Fashion brand that was created by Gianni Versace. They have been creating fragrances since 1981. They have created many popular designer fragrances for men. Versace colognes are affordable and fall into the mid-range price point. Their famous medusa head logo and Greek architecture design can be seen in their perfumes and … Read more

Versace is a luxury designer brand that makes great smelling fragrances. Versace Eros Eau de Toilette is their top selling men’s cologne. If you are looking for a cologne to wear for a fun night out on the town, then this is a great choice. This scent tries to capture masculinity and sensuality. This was … Read more

Penhaligon’s Sartorial is an aromatic fougère cologne. It is a barbershop fragrance for men. Penhaligon’s is a London based company and it represents the classy British gentleman. Sartorial cologne was inspired by Norton & Son’s Bespoke tailoring company. It is designed to invoke the sense of being on Saville Row at this tailor. Many of … Read more

Boss Bottle Night is a seductive and masculine cologne for men. It is designed for evening wear. This fragrance comes from the German designer brand, Hugo Boss. Even though this is a flanker, it is not similar to the original at all. If you like the original, there is no guarantee you will like this. … Read more

Acqua Di Gio Profumo by Giorgio Armani is an aquatic fragrance. This fragrance was inspired by the ocean waves hitting black rocks. If you love the composition of the original Aqua Di Gio, then you should like this. Being about 20 years newer, it will also be more modern. This cologne is advertised as a … Read more

This fragrance was made to invoke the Creed family’s memories of sailing the Mediterranean. It has a marine like quality to the scent. It is described as invigorating seas, salty air, and citrus breezes. And it does that. This is a unique smelling fresh aquatic. If you have never sailed on the ocean, then you … Read more