The 14 Best Fragrances of 2023
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One thing we may never get tired of are scents. You literally can never have too many—and we mean that. Thankfully, the fragrance industry is booming as ever. In fact, the year 2023 (so far) has witnessed an explosion of creativity within the realm of fragrances. Perfumers have been hard at work concocting innovative blends that tell stories, evoke emotions, and—best of all—leave a lasting impression.
Whether it be from a luxury house or an emerging niche brand, we've got you covered. From the classic to the avant-garde, the best fragrances of 2023 are a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that goes into each bottle. Time to elevate your scent profile and make a statement. It's never too late.
Bond No. 9Â New York Forever
$460 AT BOND NO. 9
P26,550 AT RUSTAN'S
The cinnamon bark is perfectly balanced with patchouli oil, spicy-sweet vanilla, and honeyed amber in this vibrant fragrance, which honors the 20th anniversary of Bond No. 9.
Aesop Ouranon
Aesop has been busy. After releasing Gloam early this year, the Australian brand put out Ouranon, an aromatic fragrance featuring sparkling citrus, herbaceous heart, and resinous accords to finish its Othertopias line. Trust us, it's as good as it sounds.
Coach Green
P5,700 AT ZALORA
P5,352 AT DILLARD'S
As its name suggests, Green uses a lot of notes featuring green properties: kiwi, rosemary, moss, and more. The fragrance opens with a fruity sharpness but dries down to a herbal yet woody scent.Â
Salvatore Ferragamo Foreste di Seta
Foreste di Seta will transport you to a wild forest—all thanks to the clary sage, walnut, silk, and Madagascar vetiver notes. It's the green-fresh fragrance your wardrobe needs.
Aesop Gloam
Looking for something unique? Aesop is your best bet. Gloam, the brand's latest release, is a woody earthy scent that uses mimosa, saffron, and iris.
Loewe Aire Anthesis
Another unique option is Loewe's Aire Anthesis. It's aquatic, fruity, ambery, and floral at the same time, too.
Paco Rabanne Phantom Night
Paco Rabanne thought it would hook us with a fun, whimsical bottle with the Phantom. That's not to say, though, that it isn't an exceptional scent: French lavender, black vanilla bean from Madagascar, and Haitian vetiver.
Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Vétiver
One spritz of this and you'll have everyone's attention. It's a crowd-pleaser kind of scent.
Dior Dioriviera
Dioriviera is Francis Kurkdjian's first concoction for the French fashion house, so you already know that's it's good. On first spray, you get a hit of grass which then dies down to a rosy fig.
Bulgari Man Rain Essence
P8,950Â ATÂ RUSTAN'S
P8,143 AT NORDSTROM
Bulgari Man is a scent we all know and love. The latest release, Rain Essence, lives up to its many, many predecessors with musky, citrus, and green accords.
Carolina Herrera CH Pasión for Him
Created by Antoine Maisondieu and Christophe Raynaud, this woody masterpiece blends the warmth of Texas cedar, Australian sandalwood, and amberwood.
Paco Rabanne 1 Million Royal
$120Â ATÂ WALMART
$129 AT HARRODS
$175 AT DAVID JONES
Be the guy who walks into a room and leaves a lasting impression with 1 Million Royal. The woody yet fresh scent works for day and night, and summer and cold weather.
Diptyque L'Eau Papier
P9,250Â ATÂ RUSTAN'S
P9,250 AT ADORA
P10,555 AT NORDSTROM
We don't often get a powdery scent that works for men as it does for women. So, L'Eau Papier is definitely worth checking out.
MCM Onyx
P6,635Â ATÂ NORDSTROM
P6,562 AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
The notes–pink pepper, grapefruit, ginger, violet leaf, lavender, basil, Haitian vetiver, clearwood, and tonka—are enough to make you curious.
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Pour Homme Summer Vibes
P4,603 AT AMAZON
$80 AT WALMART
$106 AT MACY'S
Sicillian lemon, cypress, and amberwood. If that doesn't say fresh and woody, then we don't know what will.
