Men's Daytime Fragrances to Try in 2024

Thinking about buying a new cologne for yourself or someone else? There are plenty of things to consider before making your final decision.

For instance, do certain notes appeal to you more than others – perhaps rich woods or warm ambers? Or maybe you're looking for something fresher and more subtle? Additionally, it's generally recommended to have separate scents for different times of day; after all, nobody wants to walk into a meeting smelling like they just rolled out of bed, nor should you feel obligated to douse yourself in heavy evening perfume simply because it was the only bottle within reach.

By carefully selecting a range of fragrances tailored specifically to each situation, you'll ensure that both you and everyone around you enjoy every whiff.

To help you find the perfect scent for you, here are the best daytime fragrances for men for everyday wear.

Creed Aventus

Launched in 2010, Aventus by Creed has quickly become one of the most popular fragrances for men.

The luxury scent is cool and smokey, with notes of blackcurrant, bergamot, pineapple, roses, jasmine blossom, vanilla and patchouli. All of this combined together gives Aventus layers of fruity and woody scents so it’s extremely versatile and perfect for everyday wear.

Hugo Boss Bottled

Hugo Boss Bottled is one of the best fragrance collections you can buy, as it has multiple colognes to choose from, all of which cater to a number of occasions.

For daytime, the original Hugo Boss Bottled is fresh and part of the woody spicy fragrance family. It has notes of citrus, cinnamon, amber, apple and sandalwood, and the scent develops throughout the day so it should get stronger as the hours pass.

Chanel Bleu de Chanel

Chanel’s Bleu de Chanel is a blend of aromatic and woody scents with fresh citrus, making it the perfect scent to wear from day to night and across the seasons. It’s incredibly masculine and fresh, with notes of citrus accord, pink pepper, grapefruit, ginger and sandalwood.

Armani Acqua Di Gio Profondo

Another aromatic fragrance, the Armani Acqua Di Gi Profondo takes inspiration from the ocean, and comes in a beautiful navy blue bottle. It’s a blend of aromatics, woodiness and marine notes, including salt, amber, musk and patchouli, and it’s a strong scent that lasts all day.

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male

With one of the most recognisable bottles on the market, Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male was originally introduced in 1995 and it’s rarely gone out of style. It’s strikingly masculine and has notes of mint, lavender, cinnamon and cumin for a bright yet spicy smell.