by Mohtasham Qadri

Created on: June 20, 2010   Last Updated: June 23, 2010

Whether you are gift hunting for that special man in your life or just a guy looking to fork out on some cologne, here is a list of the top 20 colognes that suit every budget and personality. Here is a list of the top 20 colognes for men:

Hugo by Hugo Boss Euphoria Men by Calvin Klein Nautica Voyage by Nautica Tommy Bahama by Tommy Bahama D&G Light Blue by Dolce and Gabbana Cool Water by Davidoff Polo Double Black by Ralph Lauren Versace Eau de Fraiche by Versace Mambo by Liz Clairborne

10.  Aqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani

11.  Realities by Realities Cosmetics

12.  Halston 1-12 by Halston

13.  Pleasures by Estee Lauder

14.  Burberry Brit by Burberry

15.  Chrome by Lois Azzaro

16.  Pierre Cardin by Pierre Cardin

17.  Fierce by Abercrombie and Fitch

18.  Tommy Cologne by Tommy Hilfiger

19.  Bvl by Bvlgari

20.  English Leather by Dana

Ranging from classic to summery these colognes are some of the best available out there. Colognes are normally recommended for daytime because they are fresh and energizing. Most have a blend of fruity scents like citrus and watermelon. Of course you might also want to buy the boxed sets in which the cologne, eau de parfum and a body splash or cream are packaged together. Boxed sets make great gifts because they are functional and everyone could use a little pampering and indulge in a nice gift. Check out online retailers for some great prices on these colognes.

When testing out scents it is best to test out only three or four at a time. If you test out too many then the scents will get mixed up and you will not get the proper smell of them. Remember that colognes are very different from parfums as they are made to last for an hour or so. If you want to prolong the scent then layer it with a matching body lotion and spray it in your clothes as well. Spray on your pulse pints (wrists, back of the ears, behind your knees) so the scent just doesn’t evaporate.

Invest in good cologne (any of these brands is a good option) and not the watered down stuff available at rock bottom prices. This list will give you a good idea of what to look out for as there are many choices in the world of perfumes.

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