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Ferrari Colognes: The 4 Best Fragrances to Test-Drive

It’s probably safe to say that when Enzo Ferrari was born in Modena, Italy, in 1898, few would have predicted that his name would someday be associated with wealth, luxury, and craftsmanship. But more than a century on, the Ferrari brand continues to impassion and inspire – and not just among high-end car enthusiasts. For […]

image of The Fascinating History of Perfume

The history of fragrance usage goes back thousands of years. The exact origins of perfume-making are debatable, but examples of fragrances have been discovered in ancient Egypt, the Roman Empire, Mesopotamia and the Persian Empire. Certain cultures placed high importance on the creation of perfumes as they were thought to help with hygiene and cleanliness. […]

image of Joop! Cologne: 4 Signs You Need to Start Wearing It Immediately

In the world of cologne, sometimes you choose a wild new scent… and sometimes it chooses you. Joop! Homme is the kind of cologne that chooses you. It features bright, delectable citrus top notes, smoldering middle spices, and a base of sumptuous patchouli. Joop! Cologne is alluring. It’s sexy. It’s fearless. It’s ready when you […]

image of Does Perfume Expire? Find out If Your Fragrance Is Off

If you’ve ever owned a fragrance for many years, you may have noticed that the potency had lessened or it started to smell off over time. These are signs your perfume could be nearing its expiration date. Does perfume expire? Does cologne go bad? They definitely can, but there are many things you can do […]

image of Polo Cologne: How a Legendary Scent Lasted 40 Years

In the world of designer fragrances, four decades is an incredibly long lifespan. But Ralph Lauren’s Polo Eau de Toilette – often simply called Polo Cologne – has done exactly that. It’s been passed down through generations of men’s cologne connoisseurs, and still charms young men and women every day. Some have even called it […]

How To Find Your Signature Scent: Starting a Perfume Collection

With thousands of perfumes on the market, how do you find your signature scent? Each of us has a scent “print”, as unique as a snowflake, so choosing a fragrance can be tricky. We asked our FragXpert for “Xpert” advice on starting a perfume collection. Wear a classic fragrance: Guerlain Mitsouko turns 100 years old in […]

image of Black Cologne by Kenneth Cole: A Rare Scent for All Four Seasons

When you think of timeless fashion, what color is it? Your grandfather’s crisp suit in a sepia photograph. A sleek luxury vehicle gliding silently down the highway. Coats and scarves on a frigid New York City night. The most stylish things in the world are black. It’s the only color that never goes out of […]

image of Chrome Cologne by Azzaro: 3 Occasions This Scent is Perfect For

By any standards, Chrome cologne by Azzaro has been an absolute juggernaut of the fragrance world. Since its debut in 1996, Chrome has been a consistent favorite among men’s cologne enthusiasts – from those who are just dabbling with scents to the seasoned cologne connoisseurs among us. This kind of success was no fluke for […]

image of Rihanna Nude Perfume: Who Should (and Shouldn’t) Wear It?

For the better part of a decade, Rihanna has released one smash-hit fragrance after another. It began in 2011, with Reb’l Fleur, which raked in $80M in its first year alone. Today, her collection includes RiRi, Rogue, Kiss, Rebelle – and the brand new Reb’l Fleur Love Always, which hit the market just a few […]