Top 5 Perfumes to Get Him for Christmas

Christmas is just around the corner, which probably means that there are plenty of our readers scurrying about, clicking here and there- trying to find the perfect gift. To add to the existing hassle, nothing seems harder than buying gifts for men.

We know the struggle, so we’ve decided to make things easier for you and give you our 5 picks for the best fragrances to give the special men in your life for Christmas.

1. Dior Homme by Dior

Top Notes: Lavender, Bergamot, Sage

Middle Notes: Iris, Cacao and Amber

Base Notes: Leather, Vetiver and Patchouli

Dior Homme is a woody floral Eau De Toilette for men created by the perfumer Francois Demachy and launched in 2011 by the French House, Christian Dior.

The fragrance starts with the unmistakable serene airs of lavender, then followed by the citrusy sweetness of bergamot and, finally, the cool, almost minty freshness of sage.

The middle note combines the powdery, after-rain fragrance of the iris flower with the deep, almost bitter elements of cacao, and finishes off with the honey-like musk of amber.

The base notes give the fragrance more depth- it starts with the naturally earthy leather, and moves on to a woody-smokiness brought on by vetiver. Finally, the note ends with a floral twist, and brings in a little sweet and spicy mix through the patchouli.

This fragrance can even be purchased in a special gift set that comes with an additional shave balm and travel spray.

From its notes to the minimalist packaging- Dior Homme for men becomes the ideal gift for a man who likes to keep it classy.

2. Versace Pour Homme Dylan Blue by Versace

Top Notes: Calabrian bergamot, Grapefruit, Water Notes, Fig Leaf

Middle Notes: Patchouli, Black Pepper, Ambroxan, Violet Leaf, Papyrus

Base Notes: Incense, Musk, Tonka Bean, Saffron.

Versace Pour Homme Dylan Blue is an aromatic fougere fragrance created by Alberto Morillas and launched in 2016 by the Italian designer House of Versace- known for its uniquely daring style.

The fragrance starts with a refreshing burst; pairing the tang of citrus from the bergamot and grapefruit together with the cool aquatic notes of water and subtle fruitiness of the fig leaf.

The middle notes start with the sweet and spicy airs of patchouli, sooned seasoned with a hit of black pepper and the complex, slightly salty notes of ambroxan. As it develops, it’s followed by the green, masculine airs of the violet leaf and the earthy, exotic elements brought in by the papyrus.

At the base, the fragrance takes a step deeper, making its other notes seem almost soft in comparison. It takes off with the mesmerizing smell of incense, soon to be met by musk and the underlying honey and fruit facets of tonka bean. Finally, to give the fragrance one final kick, it ends with saffron- a luxurious blend.

To make it even better, this scent also has a gift set that comes in a tastefully decorated box with the addition of a matching shower gel and sleek black pouch.

When it comes to packaging, this Versace wins with a captivating deep blue glass vessel, with a gold embellishment of none other than its iconic Medusa headpiece. This fragrance is an ideal everyday cologne for men who prefer a subtle, fresh and energizing scent.

3. Gucci Guilty Oud by Gucci

Top Notes: Bulgarian rose, Blackberry, Pink pepper

Middle Notes: Patchouli, Cypriol Oil

Base Notes: Oud, Leather, Amber

Gucci Guilty Oud is an oriental woody fragrance created by Alberto Morillas and launched in 2018 by the Italian luxury brand Gucci. While this fragrance is in our top picks for men, it happens to be unisex, and also proves to be a great masculine fragrance for women too.

The fragrance starts with the unique scent of Bulgarian roses- a mixture of zest, green leaves and spice with a touch of honey. It then develops into the musky, fruity air of blackberry, soon to be flavored by the unique, spicy-warmth of the pink pepper.

Moving on to the middle notes, the fragrance takes on the woody, sweet and spicy mix of patchouli, and combines it with the earthy and tenacious cypriol oil.

At the base, the fragrance introduces its star ingredient- oud, and brings in strong, muskiness. Adding to the theme, it is joined by the smokiness of leather, and is given a touch of sensuality by the warmth of the honey-like amber.

The fragrance comes in a slender black bottle embellished with the iconic Gucci logo, and is tastefully accented in gold with a matching topper- making it an elegantly dark vessel.

4. Burberry Classic for men By Burberry

Top Notes: Mint, Lavender, Bergamot and Thyme

Middle Notes: Cedar, Sandalwood, Geranium, Jasmine, Oakmoss

Base Notes: Musk, Vanilla, Amber

Nothing says festive like the British House of Burberry. That’s why Burberry Classic for men is on our list. This is a woody aromatic fragrance created under the house by Creations Aromatiques and perfumer, Michel Almairac.

The fragrance starts with the cooling airs of mint, the serenity of lavender, the citrus of bergamot and the warm spiciness of thyme- all coming together to create one refreshing note.

At its middle, the fragrance takes on more woody, earthy facets, and brings in the cedar, sandalwood and oakmoss. Its scent gradually develops into that of a bouquet, and brings in a herby sweetness with geranium and a rich musk through the jasmine.

At the base, the fragrance takes on heavier notes, and brings in the sweet strength of musk, blended into the sensual, thick airs of vanilla and the honey-like richness of amber.

The fragrance’s iconic vintage plaid packaging gives anything a Christmas-in-a-cottage feel, and could prove to be the perfect fit for the season.

5. K By Dolce & Gabbana

Top Notes: Juniper berries, Citruses, Blood orange, Sicilian lemon

Middle Notes: Pimento, Clary sage, Lavender, Geranium

Base Notes: Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli

K, or King, is a woody aromatic fragrance that is meant to capture the essence of a man in his element. The fragrance was created by perfumers Daphne Bugey and Nathalie Lorson and launched in 2019 under the Italian House of Dolce and Gabbana.

The fragrance opens on the peppery, herb-like facets of juniper berries, and is soon joined by the citrus family with the warm tangy flavours of the blood orange and the freshness of Sicilian lemon.

In the middle, the fragrance pairs its herbs and florals- with the fiery pimento and earthy clary sage being softened by the serene lavender and the green airs of geranium.

At its base, the fragrance chooses deeper notes of smoky vetiver, woody cedar and the sweet and spicy patchouli- a walk through a forest.

While we’re not ones to judge a book by its cover, or a perfume by its bottle, it need not be said that Dolce and Gabbana wins with the packaging of this fragrance alone. The sleek glass vessel with its light blue contents and bejewelled golden topper are truly captivating- anyone would love to have it on display.

To make things even better, the fragrance comes in a gift set, just as tastefully decorated, which includes a matching shaving balm and travel-spray. Overall, from the packaging to the scent itself, one could say that this fragrance is fit for a king.

On that note, or in our case- many, we hope we’ve helped you to find exactly what you’re looking for, and that he, whoever he might be, adds a new piece to his fragrance collection!