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5 COOL FRAGRANCES TO GIFT THE MEN IN YOUR LIFE

By Ayis Stephen-Diver, 15 December 2025

Taste in fragrance seems to sharpen with age – the most common arc being from Lynx Africa to Dior Sauvage, and maybe L’Eau D’Issey if he considers it niche. Yet despite all the science that goes into the creation of these olfactory hits, there’s not nearly as much calculation necessary when it comes to gifting them – just a well-trained nose and a sense of what he already reaches for. Whether you’re looking for something fresh that works for everyone or you’re on the hunt for a last-minute gift, our Face + Body team has you covered. Scroll for five cool fragrances to gift the men in your life this Christmas.

#1: COACH MAN

Coach Man Eau De Parfum Spray 60ml, £56

Fragrances aren’t entirely about the scent – the bottle plays a part in maximising the whole sensory experience. And with Coach Man housed in a blacked-out, gold-accented bottle, you can bet it smells just as good as it looks. It’s a universal fragrance that delivers a wide breadth of notes; so if you’re uncertain of his profile preference, you can sleep tight knowing this gift will still land. It opens with a juicy burst of citrus and pear, diffusing into spiced heart of cardamom and coriander, before drying down into a suede, ambergris and vetiver base.

#2: ELIE SAAB L'HOMME

Elie Saab L'homme EDP 100ml, £105

Elie Saab fragrances are just as iconic as the 90s runway shows. L’Homme is an energetic and powerful men's fragrance – delivering a confident gust of woody, spicy notes that command any room. Slightly niche and a little novelty, it’s the perfect gift for any man who doesn’t consider fragrance an afterthought.

#3: TOMMY FRAGRANCE GIFT SET

Tommy Hilfiger Tommy 100ml + Shower Gel, £33

The only thing better than a fragrance is a fragrance gift set. And right now, few are getting more attention than Tommy – a floral and fruity nod to the brand’s all-American heritage. As an eau de toilette, it's not as intense as an eau de parfum, but that makes it ideal for everyday wear – think freshening up post-gym, between errands or whenever he just wants to smell good without overdoing it.

#4: LACOSTE ORIGINAL

Lacoste Original Parfum 60ml, £65

Lacoste Original is a singularity of a scent, initially bursting with bright citrusy notes, before settling into a calm, lavender-led experience. It’s soft yet sultry, resulting in a fragrance practically every nose would appreciate. Bonus points for its minimalist bottle, too. Clean, compact and uniform, it’s designed to be slipped into bag compartments and taken everywhere. And by extension, he’ll be reminded of you with every spritz.

#5: BOSS BOTTLED BEYOND

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BOSS Bottled Beyond Eau de Parfum for Him 100ml, £105

As we all know, BOSS is undefeated when it comes to men's fragrances – but this scent goes above and beyond. It retains the same woody and irresistible notes the Bottled range is known for, but takes it a step further with spicy ginger and leather. Plus, with the aesthetically pleasing smoky black bottle, we’re sure he’ll give it a first-class spot on his shelf.