Best Blue Colognes for Men – Sensational Scents You Need To Grab Attention
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Blue colognes’ sole purpose is to attract attention and garner compliments. They have ultra-versatility and perform well no matter the situation.
This review will describe how the best blue fragrances smell and perform.
Let’s jump into this review of the top 10 best blue fragrances for men.
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#10 – Parfums de Marly Percival
Let’s start the list with a niche fragrance with designer-like qualities. What does it mean? Percival is obviously a blue fragrance. Yet, it’s not ultra-unique like a true niche fragrance.
Thus, making it an excellent choice for men who want easy wearability but still high quality.
A blast of citrus leads the opening, followed by semi-powdery lavender. These notes are both fresh and vibrant. Resting on a bed of ambroxan.
From the beginning to the end, ambroxan is prominent, adding a sweet and warm nature.
As Percival progresses, it gets fresher and more aromatic. The citrus’s strength starts to fade. But this leaves room for a unique note of hedione and more ambroxan.
In this case, hedione adds green and floral accents.
However, the most interesting part is that hedione. It has been shown in research to act as almost a pheromone. I can’t be sure how much this translates into scent and attractivity.
Lavender tones down in the dry-down, and the freshness is essentially gone. Ambroxan is still the dominant note but adds musk and other woody nuances. The main idea is warm and woody for the rest of the wear.
The performance is excellent. Lasting on my skin for an entire workday and then some. The projection is good for the first 1 – 2 hours, then sits closer to the skin, never becoming a skin scent.
This can be worn any season, just a bit heavier in the colder months.
#9 – Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue Intense
Now, this is impressive. Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue Eau Intense is one of the best fragrances for men. Yet, on this list, it ranks near last place. This isn’t a stab at this perfume but a sign of quality for all fragrances below.
Light Blue Eau Intense is a flanker of the original. Some minor tweaks have been made. But for the most part, it is just a stronger version.
Equal parts grapefruit and mandarin orange lead the opening. Neither jumps out at me, as they are both well-blended and work together to create a bright citric accord.
The grapefruit does a degree of coolness that comes off as very refreshing.
In the background are a fresh juniper nuance and salty aquatic undertone. Both are very fresh. The aquatic accord never comes off as oceanic. Heading into the mid, juniper gets more prominent, bringing musk with it.
Both carry into the dry down, and two things occur. Musk stays in the background adding to warm and deep amber wood.
This pair sits underneath a trio of lingering grapefruit, juniper, and aquatic accords. The rest of the wear is fresh atop a deeper warm base.
This is the fragrance you wear when you plan to be at the beach all day. It is exclusively a warm-weather fragrance. There are no Light Blue Intense dupes besides the original.
#8 – Azzaro Chrome Extreme
Suppose you want blue fragrance qualities but for the most affordable price. You’ve come to the right place. Azzaro Chrome Extreme is usually $35 on discount sites.
Yet it still competes with the more expensive designer and niche fragrances on this list.
Bright and awakening sea notes lead the opening with salty aquatic undertones. It has a very realistic, airy ocean vibe, similar to being at a beach and taking a deep breath.
Within a few minutes is the addition of a zesty orange note that adds a citric and fruity sweetness. Combined with the aquatics is a refreshing blend of citrus and aquatics.
The further the scent develops, the more interesting it gets. Juicy Juniper adds in the mid and completely changes the scent profile.
It has a fresh, “juicy” aroma that pairs well with the orange note. However, its most prominent accent is a pine-type accord.
This is where a heavy dose of aromatics comes from. It is never dirty or earthy, just fresh and slightly woody. Juniper weakens the strength of the aquatics in the base.
As the dry-down develops, the void is filled by the warmth and depth of an amber accord.
The performance is average. It lasts 7 hours on the skin and projects a decent scent bubble for a few of those. Chrome Extreme is more than a summer fragrance but struggles to develop in the winter.
Acqua di Gio Profundo provides a good Azzaro Chrome Extreme alternative.
#7 – Acqua di Gio Profondo
Acqua di Gio Profondo cologne is a modern version of Acqua di Gio Pour Homme. It was released in 2020 and provided Armani with a blue fragrance.
The opening is juicy, green, and fresh. The most prominent notes are bergamot, green mandarin, and sea notes. A synthetic molecule called Aquozone creates the aquatic aroma.
A mineral accord is in the background of the opening and throughout the entire scent. Combined with the aquatic tones, it creates an almost rocky ocean vibe.
Like you are with the coral reefs rather than a sandy clear blue ocean.
As the scent progresses, an array of notes make it sweeter and greener. For the rest of the wear, it only gets greener while retaining freshness. Aquatic notes dominate the dry down.
In the background is a green ting and touches of musk.
Profondo lasts 8 hours off my skin and has an excellent projection for a few of those, never becoming a skin scent. This is exclusively a warm-weather fragrance but can be worn for all occasions.
If high-end blue fragrance prices are outside your budget. Azzaro Chrome Extreme is a Acqua di Gio Profondo clone.
#6 – Roja Dove Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne
Roja Dove Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne is the best niche blue fragrance. Known for its designer sensibility while maintaining niche quality.
The opening is led with an intense and bright blast of equal parts lemon and grapefruit. The overarching emphasis is a fresh aroma. These citruses are authentic but never come off as piercing or bitter.
This is partially from pink pepper nuances lingering in the background. They help temper the citruses and give the opening an accord that “jumps off the skin.”
When I first sprayed this on, I was taken aback by the thrill of this trio without it being in my face or overwhelming.
After a few minutes, a hint of ambergris sneaking up from the base gives the top notes depth. Its most prominent accent is musky but has the warmth of amber too.
As the mid develops, Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne is better blended. There is an addition of woody vetiver and a stronger aromatic accord.
I can’t tell which note or combination of notes it’s coming from.
The base simplifies; lingering freshness from the citruses and aromatics sit atop the dominant woody vetiver and ambergris duo, still having the variety of accents from before.
Fresh woods is what you get for the rest of the wear.
Overall, it is a fresh and masculine fragrance. It has similar qualities to high-end designer blue fragrances. It leans towards warm weather wear but can be worn by any aged man for all occasions.
#5 – Prada Luna Rossa Carbon
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room. Is this a Dior Sauvage dupe? Well, no. It’s a very similar scent, yet, it’s unique in its own respect.
With Dior Sauvage being so popular, I could argue it’s the better choice. But that’s an article for another time. Nonetheless, Luna Rossa Carbon is the best Prada Fragrance for Men.
Ambroxan, bergamot, and lavender lead the opening. In the first 5 minutes, the bergamot is the strongest and fades into the background.
Ambroxan has a slight metallic nature and will retain this tone for the rest of the wear.
I particularly enjoy this. The citrus contrasts nicely with the more “abrasive” pepper and metallic tone. Yet, don’t worry; neither is overpowering. Into the mid, lavender gains strength and brings a shaving cream aroma.
It is not a 1:1 comparison, but the key here is that it is exceptionally clean. For a large portion of the scent, it is the focal point.
Lavender is retained into the dry down, along with dominant ambroxan. Both work hand in hand to provide a rounded and clean aroma and a very mass-appealing one.
So, how did Luna Rossa Carbon get to the top? It is the easiest Prada fragrance to wear, the most popular, and the best choice for any season or occasion.
#4 – Versace Dylan Blue
Suppose you want your compliments to come from smelling fresh and clean. In that case, you are in the right place. Versace Dylan Blue is a big performer.
In my collection, it is one of the best compliment-pullers for the phrase “you smell good.”
It has a fresh shower gel vibe. The top notes are a citrus combination of bergamot and grapefruit. They are sweet and familiar. Resting underneath is an aquatic accord and ambroxan.
All last for the rest of the wear.
The citrus duo fades after some time but leaves its sweetness. Once the citruses fade, so does the shower gel vibe. At this point, ambroxan starts to darken with an earthy and spicy nature. Yet, it never comes across as dirty.
The fresh and sweet aroma heads in a warmer direction. Most of the aquatic nature is gone, and ambroxan is left. It is prevalent but not an ambroxan bomb like Dior Sauvage.
Dylan Blue has above-average longevity and projection. You can spray this on and not worry about it for the rest of the day. But speaking of sprays, be careful. It doesn’t seem like it’d be too intense, but 3 sprays in an office building fill the floor.
It’s all-season and occasion versatile. If you live in a climate below 10F (-12C), Dylan Blue will struggle but performs well for the most part.
One of the better parts of Dylan Blue is its uniqueness. It is not hyper-unique but considering blue fragrances. It has its own genre. Many fragrances have similarities, but none are clones.
#3 – Bleu de Chanel EDP
Bleu de Chanel EDP has become the best Bleu de Chanel. It is the perfect mix between youthful and mature.
Right off the top is a sharp blast of citric grapefruit. Followed by a blend of spicy notes. My nose picks up mostly zingy ginger and some pink pepper.
Other spicy notes are in the mix but not strong enough to be identifiable. All of this is supported by a warm amber background.
Citruses still dominate in the mid. At this point, fresh woody notes emerge. The most prominent is cedar, followed by some sandalwood.
The bed of amber gets significantly stronger but does not overpower the other notes. From here on, the scent heads in a warmer and smoother direction.
The citruses are infused with smoky incense. While supported by subtle woody accords, resting on a deep amber base with sweet accents.
The dry-down has less amber. This allows for sandalwood and cedar to shine. They are creamy and clean, with touches of fresh citruses lingering throughout.
The longevity and projection are above-average. Five sprays will last you a workday and then some. No matter the season or occasion, it performs well. It is not unique, but it sure does smell good and work for everything.
#2 – Yves Saint-Laurent Y EDP
YSL Y EDP really is an attention grabber. Its simple aroma gets out and attracts.
There’s a second layer to the opening. A trio of bergamot paired with crisp apple and cool ginger spice leads the top. The star of the show is the apple note which even comes across as natural smelling. Now the exciting part.
The second layer is a smooth, slightly woody warmth and aromatic juniper berry. The big emphasis is on aromatics. Even though the light woods are deeper, they don’t take away from the overall freshness.
At this point, the scent still remains crisp, clean, and slightly sweet.
Sage overtakes the ginger in the heart of the fragrance. This change mainly amplifies the green herbal qualities and adds to the aromaticity. This leads to the base of dominant cedar and woody vetiver.
The rest of the wear is about apple, green herbs, and ambery woods.
Y EDP not only smells fantastic but has outstanding performance. No matter the season or occasion, it works. You might have to spray more heavily in the winter months.
#1 – Dior Sauvage EDP
Wait, what?! I know, I know, we were all in shock about this. Dior Sauvage EDP is a flanker of the original and the best Dior cologne, but not by a landslide. Its winning attributes were its supreme performance and excellent versatility.
Not only for season/occasions but also for age. A 50-year-old man can pull this off as easily as a 20-year-old.
Right from the get-go, ambroxan is at full strength. It is undoubtedly dominant but not overwhelmingly intense. It actually tempers the harshness of citrus and pink pepper. Thus, the opening is smooth and only spicy enough to be awakening.
After a few minutes comes a more prominent vanilla and lavender. Both pair with the dominant ambroxan. This trio rules most of the opening, projecting exceptional warmth.
One interesting aspect of vanilla is its subtle, dark, and smoky accents. It won’t come off as mysterious but more mature.
In the mid are more spices and citruses. The spices are never assaulting but instead add an additional invigorating dynamic. The citruses are a contrast of both sharp and juicy.
In the opening, they were present, but much of them get overshadowed by the ambroxan.
All notes settle into place in the dry down. Again, the citruses are washed over, and for the rest of the wear, it is ambroxan with subdued spices. The warmth of vanilla and lavender still remains, but nothing notable.
When it comes to performance, Dior Sauvage EDP does it all well. It lasts 8 -10 hours off my skin and fills a room.
The longevity and projection are beast mode, and it works for all seasons, occasions, and times of the day.
My Experience With the Best Blue Colognes for Men
All of the above information is my experience with the best blue colognes.
However, I keep it as objective as possible. This way, you can objectively decide if this is a fragrance you want to purchase or if you’re comparing a few fragrances. Thus, this section is my subjective opinion.
Blue colognes are some of the best fragrances in my collection and the most complimented because they are all so wearable and versatile. Perfect for just spraying on and going without any additional thought.
The biggest downfall is that they are all so popular for these same reasons.
People recognize an attractive and masculine aroma, but no one would ever think a blue cologne is a signature scent because they’ve most likely smelt it elsewhere.
In short, you should always own a blue cologne, if not all of them. They are just that good and versatile.
How to Pick the Best Blue Cologne for You
Set a price range first. Most of these are in the $100 range, but a few push higher. Never pay more than you’re comfortable with, no matter what fragrance it is. There are always other choices.
Once you have your price range set, it becomes quite simple.
Usually, I’d recommend making sure the versatility is what you want out of a fragrance, but in this case, blue colognes are good for all seasons and occasions, so you don’t have to worry about that aspect.
If it’s in your price range, it’s as easy as determining which scent you gravitate most towards. If you’ve enjoyed previous fragrances in the past, are there specific notes or accords that you really enjoy that these fragrances have?
If you’re really new to this, don’t worry, I got you. You’ll only want to consider the top four. YSL Y EDP will be best for a sophisticated man with a pop style.
I imagine a sweatshirt, jeans, and dress boots. Bleu de Chanel EDP is the “sexiest,” quiet, and confident. Dior Sauvage is the center of attention. Dylan Blue is the most affordable and the medium between Dior Sauvage and YSL Y EDP.
This may not have been the most accurate personality for all fragrances. Still, I hope you understand the picture I’m trying to paint for all. And can better determine which fragrance you may enjoy if you’ve never smelled any before.
FAQ’S
Blue Fragrances Meaning?
Blue Fragrances are scents that are designed to attract attention and garner compliments. They tend to be ultra-versatile and mass-appealing. Many men enjoy these types of fragrances for their ease of wear.
Are All Blue Bottle Perfumes Blue Colognes?
Not all, but many are. If you look at the scent profile and see ambroxan, they are most likely a blue fragrance.
Conclusion
Blue colognes are common go-to fragrances for many men. Not only are they highly complimented, but they are ultra-versatile and easy to wear. What I like to call “dumb-reach” fragrances, when you are in a rush, drench yourself and go.
What are your best blue fragrances?
All of the best blue colognes are very versatile, but do you want fragrances that are great at raking in compliments? Check my list of the top 12.