Scents of discovery: the 11 best fragrances for spring
Immerse yourself in an olfactory adventure to find this season’s best fragrances.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS count, and we know that often, a lot can be said by the fragrance a man or woman wears—it’s all in the scent.
So, set yourself on an olfactory adventure of discovering this season’s best new scents, from fresh and citrus showstoppers to woody and musky staples guaranteed to turn heads (for all the right reasons).
Here is Esquire’s curated list of the best spring-infused fragrances for men.

1
HERMES Eau de Basilic Pourpre EDC
A fresh alternative for the warmer months ahead, this fragrance is brimming with notes of fresh basil and geranium, and will lightly linger and develop throughout the day.

2
MAISON MARGIELA On a Date EDT
A European summer’s date-night in a bottle; fresh, fruity yet woody all at once.

3
ACQUA DI PARMA Arancia La Spugnatura EDT
An Italian summer in a bottle. Think ripe citrus fruits and hints of vanilla made by hand in the ancient “la spugnatura” technique.

4
CHANEL Bleu de Chanel EDT
A staple scent of house Chanel, this aromatic and woody Eau de Toilette is subtly masculine with notes of cedarwood, sandalwood and hints of citrus—perfect for the spring/summer season ahead.

5
AESOP Gloam EDP
Floral yet spicy, this new Eau de Parfum by Aesop will develop and linger on its wearer as the day progresses.

6
LE LABO Bigarade 18 EDP
Bright yet powerful; classic yet contemporary, this exclusive “city” scent is all class.
Purchase exclusively from Le Labo stores.

7
CREED Millesime Imperial EDP
Make a bold statement this season with Creed’s latest fragrance, basking in notes of cedarwood and musk with blackcurrant and violet leaves.

8
TOM FORD Bois Marocain EDP
Earthy and woody with notes of pink peppercorn, this is a classic date-night scent that will impress even the toughest fragrance critic.

9
BULGARI Bvlgari Man Rain Essence EDP
Pays tribute to the revitalising power of rain thanks to white lotus and crystal musks.

10
DIPTYQUE Eau Nabati EDP
Diptyque Paris’ newest fragrance is warm and spicy with notes of petitgrain and Peru Balsam which offer to make for a powerful statement when worn.

11
YSL Myslf EDP
Simple luxury in a bottle. Woody and floral yet subtly masculine.