Silly question, but how do I choose the right cologne exactly?

solarbang · 2015-12-19T09:00:07+00:00

It's really simple. Take the first girl who friendzones you and have her go to the store with you to help you smell good and pick up chicks because you are such great friends. Otherwise Borrow a bunch of friends cologne try em out and ask her. Ask chicks what they like, or lastly, ask a sales associate, but their motivation is really monetary. Cologne just helps you smell nice and may or may not help you feel more comfortable / confident. Otherwise it might not. It's not a deal breaker unless it's too strong. I like to put it on very light so women have to get close to smell it, let em snuggle in for those close hugs and hold, or lean on me for movies and what not. If you are lucky they will be wearing your shirt the next day. Put it on too strong and they will smell you from the other room and had their fill.

wolfpackgalpal · 2015-12-19T09:38:48+00:00

Dab of good whiskey behind both ears and for christs sake don't wear old spice deodorant. You'll smell like her grandfather!

OneBrainArmy · 2015-12-19T09:23:48+00:00

DO NOT BUY CALVIN KLEIN EUPHORIA BODY SPRAY IT SMELLS GREAT BUT LASTS FOR LESS THAN AN HOUR.

Loki_SW · 2015-12-19T09:09:52+00:00

So I'm a self admitted "frag head", but sadly you're asking a question with no true correct answer. Th best you can do is trial and error and see what works best for you. I can offer some suggestions based on seasons and settings, but to say that X fragrance will work on you is impossible.

ass_fungus · 2015-12-19T10:43:16+00:00

Don't worry about making a scent complement your own scent; I mean most of the time when you're going out, you just showered so it's not as if you have a nice musk going on. Not that musk is inherently nice - I have this disgusting musk smell (not BO) that quite honestly is pretty gross but my GF likes it; that being said I don't think there are any colognes tailored to complement this nasty ass body smell.

Go to Sephora and ask for some advice. The ladies are really gracious in offering help, especially if you have an idea of what type of scent you're looking for. Once you've tried a few and found one (or a few) that you like, you can ask them for a sample and they'll fill up a tiny spray bottle that lasts maybe 5-10 times.

If you have an idea of the type of person you are trying to be, that helps them narrow the scent for you. For example, some colognes smell kind of flowery (to me, this is kind of effeminate), others smell extremely spicy giving off a mysterious/manly vibe but it can easily go too far and just smell cheesy as fuck.

Lastly, don't wear too much and don't wear it all the time, like to class or casual events. In my opinion it comes off pretty tacky when I hit up a bud to go to fucking Jack in the Box and he smells like he bathed in Acqua di Gio.

Isunova · 2015-12-19T22:38:49+00:00

Clarks desert boots

TheMinistryOfAwesome · 2015-12-19T09:24:12+00:00

I find it really odd when people mention about "what goes with your natural smell" and "chemically compatible with your body chemistry" etc. I have an underlying feeling that this is just brand marketing to help sell lots of different fragrances, perfumes and colognes.

I don't really think that any kind of cologne has any noticable difference when worn by different people, in terms of scent - again, i'm going to call bullshit on this until somebody can point me in a enlightening direction.

I think what actually matters more is the type of cologne compared to your image. A biker might have a musky, peaty or woody type scent. Something a bit heavy where as a partyboy hipster might go for something more floral and light touch.

I also have a similar issue with this area. I've got a few of the brand ones that were recommended by Chewbers such as Alpha M or whatever - but i've never really had any compliemnts about smelling good. Either i don't use it strongly enough or it doesn't fit me

MacFatty · 2015-12-19T08:22:56+00:00

I don't know how to pick something that suits your natural smell, as you can't smell yourself. Do however, jump into a store and tell one of the nice ladies (Usually girls these places) that you want to get a cologne, and ask her whats popular. She will likely ask if it should be fresh, sweet, "strong" and what not. Just ask to smell a couple samples and take your pick from there. Most colognes today smell nice, but key is not to overdo it. 1 spray on the wrist, rub your wrists together and then "wipe" them off on your neck. That is all that is needed.

M3_Drifter · 2015-12-19T14:50:58+00:00

On the old 1-10 scale: If you smell bad, it's -3 points. If you don't smell, it's +-0 points. (Don't smell in particular. Your deodorant/soap/detergent will probably still have scent.) If you smell good, it's +0.5

DaygameCoach · 2015-12-19T15:09:27+00:00

I answered this type of question already:

https://www.reddit.com/r/seduction/comments/3vo8ht/for_guys_what_is_your_goto_cologne_that_gets_lots/

RealChristianMcQueen · 2015-12-19T15:36:34+00:00

I wrote an article on this some time back aptly titled: How To Pick A Cologne: http://realchristianmcqueen.com/2014/04/15/how-to-pick-a-cologne/

leftbrained_ · 2015-12-19T15:38:55+00:00

I go to fragrantica.com and basically filter out the colognes based on the category. Of that list, I go through some/most of them and pick out the ones that most people 'loved' and/or 'liked' and read through some of the reviews. Then I shortlist and go to the store and try out the shortlisted colognes on my wrists and the strips. I prefer the wrist just to see how long it lasts and how it smells after a while. Then I pick the one I liked the most.

Bit of a long process and still requires some experimentation but it works out.

belfegorr · 2015-12-19T17:08:52+00:00

Man, just choose the EdT (yes the right word is EdT not cologne) that you feel that gives you confidence boost. Try different things. For me, its the sweet scents, but i feel that in the winter they are not so strong.

saxal28 · 2015-12-20T03:46:17+00:00

"I also read shit about choosing a cologne that compliments your natural scent"

Stop right there. You are overthinking this too much.

Just go to the mall/store and smell different colognes. Have your mom or a female friend go with you.

I ran out of my cologne (gaultier) recently so i picked up a can of axe (essence scent) at walmart.

The funny part is that girls literally walk up and smell me when i walk into the room and i'm wearing a $4 can of axe

hcarguy · 2015-12-19T11:49:09+00:00

Just buy whatever smells good dude. Honestly can't go wrong with most of the stuff from CK or Davidoff (not a bad price point too when you get them on sale). If you have a weak sense of smell make sure you take a thorough shower before a date, get some deodorant going for your armpits and wear some cologne on your neck (2-4 sprays). This should honestly go without saying and should be a daily thing anyway (cologne optional). Cannot go wrong. Lean in to hug/kiss them when you pick them up and they will smell it when you lean in.

Tamazin_ · 2015-12-19T12:00:48+00:00

If you're brown eyed/dark haired use a sweeter cologne, if you're blue/green eyed with bright hair use a more fresh/fruity/sporty smell.

AmpsterDam · 2015-12-19T12:48:39+00:00

Yo you gotta hit up Sephora! Smell a few scents, find a couple that you like. Ask for a sample or two and wear it around. As a bonus, that store is FILLED with chicks - one of the easiest places to approach.

mathewisinlove · 2015-12-19T13:48:44+00:00

Just use aqua di gio

fuzzyshorts · 2015-12-19T15:32:20+00:00

I'm a robust, manly looking fellow but I gotta admit, I bought this scent from Bvlgari (it's unisex) and I like it! It's light and summery and makes me feel like a million!

gazofnaz · 2015-12-19T16:32:04+00:00

Go on eBay and buy a set of "free" samples. Try them all out. When you find one you like, buy the bottle.

kieferkiefkief · 2015-12-19T16:47:56+00:00

I think a lot of the guys here are right about not worrying about complimenting your "natural scent", so all I'm gonna do is make a more specific suggestion.

In my own experience, the only cologne I've ever worn where I've consistently received compliments from women and men alike is 'Legend' by Mont Blanc.

Give it a go if you like :)

Eastcoastconnie · 2015-12-19T17:55:12+00:00

I've had decent luck with unisex perfumes, they last longer than cologne and are less likely to overwhelm

silverfox007 · 2015-12-19T19:04:10+00:00

Aveda is what you want. https://youtu.be/EoQW03UFqQw

winnershnitzel · 2015-12-19T19:20:29+00:00

Locoste Red

Illuminaughty21 · 2015-12-19T19:27:21+00:00

It should be something that you like, as it will make you more confident about how you smell. Girls generally go for either a woodsy smell or a soft spicy smell. Yes, there are many girls that like neither, but imo these are the best options. Don't be frugal with a nice cologne, it last for a long time and is definitely worth it. If you ask the sales associate nicely, she may be able to give you a couple samples of scents you enjoy and you can wear them when you aren't in the store, and see the difference, as well as ask opinions from women. Burberry is nice, tom ford has a tabacco and vanilla scent thats delicious. And armani is nice.

kemar7856 · 2015-12-20T02:06:27+00:00

ask the cosmetologist for me I bought brands I liked then experimented with them now I have a go to cologne

eagle2401 · 2015-12-20T09:37:04+00:00

Go to amazon and look at the men's colognes. Sort by average review. Buy a good one. Don't cheap out.

I'd recommend versace eros. It's my go-to scent and I get complemented on it frequently.

NoJokesPD · 2015-12-20T17:21:41+00:00

On a semi related note, best advice I've received regarding cologne is that it should be discovered, not announced.

dotHaxx · 2015-12-20T20:48:32+00:00

If you are in a shop that sells smell goods, and you see a female you want to talk to, grab two interesting scents and ask her which one smells better on you. Then spit your game. Even if you're not able to close, you found the answer you were looking for.

Almost worked for me on two seperate females. They were visiting from out of state. Fuck christmas.

authenticsociallife · 2015-12-19T21:25:51+00:00

Go to a high end clothing store like Nordstrom's and sample their collection until you find one you like. They have a whole section that is open with testers that you can try at your leisure.

kokroo · 2015-12-19T14:14:24+00:00

Use AXE Recover. Smells great on any guy.

Title	Silly question, but how do I choose the right cologne exactly?
Author	adamcognac
Upvotes	52
Comments	55
Date	December 19, 2015 7:35 AM UTC (10 years ago)
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