Nautica

Nautica, one of the top clothing brands in the United States, was founded in 1983 by David Chu. Chu selected the name Nautica to identify a concept that is timeless and evolutionary in scope and also to reflect a lifestyle of energy, activities, and fitness. This concept would be conveyed in his clothing designs as well as in his fragrance line, introduced in 1992 to wide acclaim. ... Read More

Chu began his career by designing a collection of men's outerwear that was visionary in its seamless integration of tried-and-true fashion techniques combined with a noble attempt to experiment with new technologies with fibers and fabrics. This experimental approach paid off, with Nautica's success spawning collections of men's activewear and sportswear, women's wear, children's clothing, home goods, and eventually fragrances.

As with the brand's clothing lines, the first Nautica fragrances were aimed at men. The original Nautica cologne for men is a woody blend that includes notes of cypress, sage, lime, and coriander over caraway, rose, geranium, oakmoss, and cedar. A few years later, in 1997, the company launched a second Nautica cologne for men, White Sail, a lighter, warm-weather scent featuring lavender, juniper, orange blossom, bamboo, and teak. The company also made its first foray into women's scents in this year, releasing an eponymous Nautica perfume for her, a fruity, fresh fragrance featuring lily of the valley, bergamot, and amber. But perhaps the most popular Nautica perfume for her would be My Voyage, a blend with hints of amber, citrus fruit, and the delicate, watery notes of peony that almost makes you feel like you're out on the water.