When the sun rises and sets earlier and temps begin climbing, it’s a natural signal that summertime has arrived. For men, this means lighter clothing and more opportunities to show off your look with your chosen outfit. It also means you’ll spend more time outdoors during daylight hours, which is why so many men are drawn to summer cologne. While you can always layer scents throughout the year, there may be something special about the warm weather that makes it even more perfect for fragrance. With so many different scents and combinations of notes, not all colognes are suited for the heat of summer. Some tend to be heavier because they’re made with woody or musky smells that aren’t exactly refreshing after a day in the sun. So before you make your final selection (or purchases), take note of these tips for choosing the best summer cologne for men…
Know What Scents You Like
This is the first step in any fragrance purchase, whether it’s winter, spring, or summer. If you don’t know what scents you like, then you’re opening yourself up to trial and error. This can make your fragrance selection process more complicated than it needs to be. One of the best ways to figure out what scents you like is to go shopping with a friend who has good taste. Ask them to help you find scents that you might like and that are in your price range. Another option is to do some research online. Look at fragrance reviews and find lists of scents that you like. You can also look up scents that you don’t like to avoid in the future.
Go Light on the Essentials
Some notes are heavier than others and may be perfect in the winter, but be too strong for summer. For example, musk and wood are two notes that are often used in the real heavy perfumes and colognes. These notes are great for the cold weather when you need something to keep you warm, but they can be too much for summer. Heavy scents like these are also known as “top notes”, and they are the first thing we smell when we open a cologne. The lighter scents are better for summer because they evaporate more quickly. Some scents that go well with summer are citrus, ocean scents, coconut, and fresh flowers. You can also try something spicy like cinnamon or cardamom.
Check the Label for Ingredients
You can also make sure that you don’t get too heavy by looking at the ingredients. The heavier scents mentioned above are often made with musk, wood, and patchouli. Citrus scents aren’t too heavy, but they can be brighter and last a shorter amount of time. If you’re really interested in the ingredients and their purpose, you can also visit websites like Fragrantica. This website breaks down the ingredients of many colognes and perfumes. It may not be totally relevant to your summer cologne selection, but it’s useful if you’re curious about the scents and ingredients of other fragrances.
Stick to Lightweight Brands
Most brands have a scent that’s perfect for summer, but there are some that are better than others. For example, you might want to avoid Creed, Parfums de Colette, and Creed because they specialize in the heavier scents. If you’re looking for a lighter scent, then try something from Versace, Hugo Boss, or even Ralph Lauren. Some of the most popular summer colognes are Cool Water, Escape, Lacoste pour Homme, Cool Blue, and Hugo Boss Bottled.
Watch Out for Heavy Perfumes
If you’re thinking about purchasing a bottle of perfume, make sure you don’t get too heavy. Perfumes are heavier than colognes, so you’ll have to be careful of getting a scent that’s too strong. If you’re shopping for a woman and want to get her perfume, you’ll have to consider her taste. Some women like the heavier scents and others like something more light and floral. Some of the most popular perfumes for summer are Chanel No. 5, Chanel Coco, and Chloe by Chloe.
Try Something New and Different
If you’re still struggling to find a summer scent that’s right for you, then try something new and different. There are many scents that are perfect for the summer, but you might not know about them if you only stick to what you already know. There are plenty of options that are a bit different from the traditional scents. For example, you can try a watermelon cologne, a citrus cologne, or even a coffee cologne. There are also new brands that are popping up and trying new things with their scents. This is a great way to discover new scents that you wouldn’t normally try.
The Final Verdict
Whether you’re shopping for cologne or perfume, make sure you don’t get too heavy. You want something that’s refreshing and light, but that doesn’t completely disappear. You can also try layering your scents to get the best result for summer. For example, you could wear a lighter cologne with a musky aftershave or a body spray. Remember that you can also change scents as the season changes, so if you find that you’re sick of your current fragrance, then try something new. The summer is a great time to spark up your scent and make your personality shine through your fragrance
