13 Men's Fragrances That Women Find Attractive

By Jessica Cruel
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Scent and memory are two things that are closely tied together. And just like your mother is devoted to her signature fragrance, you probably associate certain aromas with the men in your life. We can still recall the smell of Zest bar soap and fresh-cut grass that used to emanate from our dad on the weekends. So in the name of Father's Day, we've compiled our favorite colognes to suit every male personality — the lumbersexual, the dapper corporate climber, and even the adventurous retiree.

For the Dad Who Wears Tailored Suits

For the Dad Who Wears Tailored Suits

The cologne: Tom Ford Noir Extreme ($100)

The notes: Mandarin, neroli, saffron, cardamom, nutmeg, Indian kulfi, jasmine, rose absolute, amber, sandalwood, vanilla

For the Dad Who Always Sprays Too Much

For the Dad Who Always Sprays Too Much

The cologne: Clean Classic For Men ($58)

The notes: Bergamot, basil, saffron, juniper berry, violet leaf, jasmine, musk, vetiver, oud

For the Dad Who Graduated Ivy League

For the Dad Who Graduated Ivy League

The cologne: Ralph Lauren Polo Blue ($105)

The notes: Melon de Cavaillon, lush accord, watery melon, cucumber, tangerine, clary sage absolute, geranium, basil verbena, washed suede, moss, amber wood, patchouli, musk

For the Dad Who Considers the Backyard His Man Cave

For the Dad Who Considers the Backyard His Man Cave

The cologne: John Varvatos Artisan ($84)

The notes: Sicilian clementine, tangelo, lavandin, North African orange tree blossom, Indian murraya, orange jasmine tree, ginger extract, kephalis, georgywood, belambre, serenolide

For the Dad Who Drinks Scotch or Whiskey

For the Dad Who Drinks Scotch or Whiskey

The cologne: Vikor & Rolf Spicebomb ($150)

The notes: Bergamot, grapefruit, lavandin, chili, saffron, elemi, vetiver, balsam fir, tobacco, white leather accord

For the Dad Who Grew a Hipster Beard

For the Dad Who Grew a Hipster Beard

The cologne: The Motley Palo Santo ($105)

The notes: Palo Santo, woodsmoke, suede, hops, palmwood

For the Dad Who Owns a Rolex

For the Dad Who Owns a Rolex

The cologne: By Kilian Intoxicated ($270)

The notes: Cardamom, coffee, cinnamon, mocha, vanilla, tobacco, patchouli

For the Dad Who Works in an Office

For the Dad Who Works in an Office

The cologne: Hugo Boss Bottled Intense ($94)

The notes: Apple, orange blossom, geranium, cinnamon, clove, cedar wood, sandalwood, vetiver

For the Dad Who Sneaks Your Mom's Eye Cream

For the Dad Who Sneaks Your Mom's Eye Cream

The cologne: Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta ($166)

The notes: Cardamom, rose, pink pepper, allspice pimento, jasmine, wild orchid, ylang-ylang, American cedarwood, patchouli

For the Dad Who Used the Same Bar Soap For 20 Years

For the Dad Who Used the Same Bar Soap For 20 Years

The cologne: Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio ($66)

The notes: Marine notes, mandarin, bergamot, neroli, persimmon, rosemary, nasturtium, jasmine, amber, patchouli, cistus

For the Dad Who Retired to Florida and Bought a Yacht

For the Dad Who Retired to Florida and Bought a Yacht

The cologne: Lacoste L.12.12 Jaune ($70)

The notes: Grapefruit, pink peppercorn, Golden Delicious apple, coriander, amber, vetiver, cypress

For the Dad Who's Dating Again

For the Dad Who's Dating Again

The cologne: Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme ($112)

The notes: Bergamot, cedar, white ginger, basil flower, white pepper, violet leaves, cedarwood, Haiti vetiver, tonka bean

For the Dad Who Commands a Room

For the Dad Who Commands a Room

The cologne: Creed Aventus ($290)

The notes: Blackcurrant, Italian bergamot, French apples, royal pineapple, roses, birch, Moroccan jasmine, patchouli, musk, oak moss, ambergris, vanilla