These days, the conversation is no longer about gold or silver. Rather, it's oud or floral notes. We're talking about fragrance, the accessory of 2024 thus far. It's says as much about you as the clothes you wear. And much like style, scents are deeply personal and there's no one particular fragrance that works for everyone. Which is why we've rounded up the best fragrances for every type of man. So whether you're walking down Singapore's central business district or catching a flight to Bali, there's something for everyone.
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The Boy Next Door
The absolute dream boat for girls and mothers alike, the boy-next-door is everything you'd hope for in a boyfriend growing up. He rolls with the waves as he takes life with ease. A clean, breezy fragrance reflects just that.
REPLICA Sailing Day Eau de Toilette, $220 for 100ml, Maison Margiela.
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The Distant Poet
He spends his days in the library reading Edgar Allen Poe, and his nights at the theatre. But beneath the intellect is a man ready to pour his heart into the person he loves. The distant poet is a page-turner with a scent that's warm with hints of creamy cappuccino.
Oudgasm Café Oud | 19 Eau De Parfum Intense, $288 for 50ml, Kayali.
The Ice King
Every Ice Queen needs her Ice King. Cool and chic, he possesses an ethereal aura that takes your breath away. A timeless chypre fragrance with citrus notes and floral accord is perfect for a man that exudes elegance.
Gris Dior Unisex Eau de Parfum, $230, DIOR BEAUTY.
The Hedge Fund Baby
Sleek suits, conference calls, and numbers are the name of his game. Whether climbing the corporate ladder or born at the top of the food chain, the hedge fund baby goes for a strong scent that can go with him to the board room and dinner with clients.
Legend Eau de Parfum, $155 for 100ml, MONTBLANC.
The Pretty Prince
Sexy, cute, and popular, the Pretty Prince is someone you either want to be or be with. He possesses dazzling charm and never takes a bad photo. For the guy with a plethora of outfits, a citrus-fruity scent goes hand-in-hand.
Mandarino Di Amalfi Eau de Parfum, $450 for 50ml, Tom Ford Beauty.
The Wallflower
Introverted in nature, the wallflower blooms at his own pace. He lives for quiet movie dates on the weekdays, art galleries on the weekends, game nights with his closest friends, and sunset strolls at Botanic Gardens—memories that are enhanced by notes of fresh pear and freesia.
English Pear & Freesia Cologne, $245 for 100ml, Jo Malone.
The Nepo Baby
With sprawling estates, luxury cars, and money to spend, the nepo baby has it all in the palm of his hand. When he's not at home or out with his friends, he's travelling around the world with a rich, intense and nuanced vanilla scent.
Vanille Antique Extrait de Parfum, $504 for 50ml, BYREDO.