Just before the holiday season many new fragrances are released for obvious reasons. Here I have compiled a list of some of the newest men's fragrances and I have to say that one of them is my new favorite for fall/winter. There are new fragrances I have excluded from this list simply because the reviews are not so favorable.
1. Tom Ford Grey Vetiver
Although all makers of vetiver fragrances use similar key ingredients that result in a woody, earthy, citrus fragrance, they are not all the same. Tom Ford’s version is a light scent with a touch of spice, grapefruit, and nutmeg and also has great lasting power. Notes are: Sage, Nutmeg, Pimiento, Amber, Vetiver. Read my full review.
2. L'Occitan by L'Occitane
This new fragrance has surprised many fragrance aficionados. One fan says "the black pepper is awesome in the opening. Then I get lavender, nutmeg and musk . . .it's versatile and easy to wear," while another critic says "it is sweet and earthy at the same time - and highly addictive to sniff." Also purported to be long lasting, it's notes are: Lavender, Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Tonka Bean, Musk.
3. Versace Pour Homme
One reviewer says that this is a similar fragrance to Acqua di Gio but less peppery and another says it "is more of a gentleman" among similar fragrances. It's notes are: Bergamot, Neroli, Citron of Diamante, Bitter Orange Leaves, Geranium, Clary Sage, Blue Hyacinth, Cedar Wood, Old Wood, Mineral Amber, Tonka Bean, Musk.
4. CLEAN Shower Fresh For Men
CLEAN Shower Fresh is just that, a simple but sexy scent that suggests you've just stepped out of the shower. This is a very popular fragrance already and one fan writes that "it’s got a perfect cool tone to it. . . and it gives me that hip, cool, crisp scent I want during the day." Its scents are: Bergamot, Green, Lemon, Thyme, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Spearmint, Muguet, Black Tea, Cedarwood.
5. L'Eau de Tarocco by Diptyque
L'Eau de Tarocco by Diptyque is "full of orange both tart and sweet reminiscent of a sunny orange grove," as one critic described the first notes. He went on to say that "cinnamon and ginger add some power to the citrus in the top." Then scents of rose and cedar are laid over "sheer musk." Such a great description of the notes, which are: Tangy Grapefruit, Bitter Florida Oranges, Cinnamon, Bulgarian Rose, Saffron, Cedar, Somali Frankincense.
6. Gucci By Gucci Pour Homme
This could be my favorite recent releases in years. I have a neighbor who bought this fragrance and when I smelled it I was blown away. I bought some for myself and that is saying something. One online fan says "this stuff is really nice!" Notes: Bergamot, Cypress, Violet Incense, Jasmine, Tobacco Leaves, Patchouli, Amber.
7. Kenzo KenzoPower
Kenzo always seems to produce unique fragrances and KenzoPower is no different. A man uncomfortable wearing floral scents may not enjoy this new release. But if you like subdued floral fragrances, I think you will enjoy KenzoPower. I would consider it soft and elegant. Its notes are: Bergamot, Coriander, Cardamom, Rose, Jasmine, Freesia, Tolu Balsam, Cedar Wood, Labdanum.
8. Prada Infusion D'Homme
Prada Infusion d’Homme is perfect for a day when you want only a hint of fragrance on your skin. This is a great fragrance to wear if you want to smell clean and “freshly showered” without overwhelming people around you. Infusion d’Homme is considered citrus and woody. Its notes are: Tunisian Neroli, Iris Pallida, Vetiver, Cedarwood, Incense, Benzoin.
9. Dolce&Gabbana The One for Men
This is a brand new fragrance and I haven't been able to find much information on it at this point. It is purported to be a spicy, oriental fragrance. Its components are: Grapefruit, Coriander, Basil, Cardamom, Ginger, Orange Blossom, Cedar, Tobacco, Ambergris.
10. Polo Modern Reserve
One reviewer of Polo Modern reserve says it shares characteristics of the original scent but that it is its own fragrance. This is another fragrance so new I haven't been able to find much information on it other than the press releases. Its main ingredients are: Cardamom C02, Fresh-cut Basil, Pimento Berry, Vetyver-leather, liquid Jasmine, Precious Myrrh Incense, Humidor Wood, Patchouli, Sueded Leather.











