Subtle cologne for a non-cologne wearer

[rearviewmirror]

Tom Ford Grey Vetiver

[SuperChris]

Can't go wrong with Curve.

Another vote for Curve, you can get it on the cheap and it isn't overpowering at all. Its one of the scents that I wear to work and I tend to get compliments.

[vertelselaar]

Why not Speick? SWMBO thinks it very neutral.

[blary54]

Gucci Pour Homme II (I and II are pretty much complete opposites...so make sure you get II)

Its a nice fresh scent with a black tea note that I really like. Always receive compliments when I wear it.

Others have suggested above: Muglar and Gendarme...both very fresh and light. I also like Creed Original Vetiver...although its pretty pricey. Muglar is pretty similar to Creed OV and a quarter of the price.

[Mr. Styptic]

Gendarme, Mugler Cologne, and Prada Infusion d'Homme - these three fit the bill for understated and clean.

+1. And IMO the Prada smells like freshly laundered linen. Think crisp white shirt on a hot summer day.

[chili_willi]

Agreement on Prada Amber and Prada Infusion d'Homme. Both are soapy and clean. Between the two, I prefer Amber. At least for the time being.

[closer]

L'occitane vetyver

[Predict]

Trumpers sandalwood.

[CFSoto]

I have not worn any type of cologne for almost 15 years. It was Hugo Boss back then. Now I am thinking of using unscented deodorant but would still like some type of subtle good smell. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

DR Harris Arlington and Monsieur Balmain(a citrus-lemon scent). Both are subtle but wonderful IMO.

Craig

[Austin]

DR Harris Arlington and Monsieur Balmain(a citrus-lemon scent). Both are subtle but wonderful IMO.

Craig

Great suggestions. I also recommend Givenchy Monsieur De Givenchy. You may want to go with an aftershave instead.

[buffdaddy]

Gendarme

Frapin L'Humaniste

+1

[Cheeva]

Eau Sauvage edt

[Rorpen86]

So I had a chance to smell some of the great recommendations. Had it narrowed down to Mugler or Bvlgari Pour Homme. Was actually thinking of getting them both. Took the LOTH to the mall so she could decide. Big mistake. She liked them but said "they are so subtle I can hardly smell them". My attempts to pursued her were for not. So the quest for a good cologne continues. But I'll probably get one of the two I mentioned; after all she will probably never know.

[Matt555]

So I had a chance to smell some of the great recommendations. Had it narrowed down to Mugler or Bvlgari Pour Homme. Was actually thinking of getting them both. Took the LOTH to the mall so she could decide. Big mistake. She liked them but said "they are so subtle I can hardly smell them". My attempts to pursued her were for not. So the quest for a good cologne continues. But I'll probably get one of the two I mentioned; after all she will probably never know.

I agree that Mugler Cologne is very faint, but not Bvlgari. People will definitely smell a few sprays of that stuff.

[Dewaine]

Try Jazz. It is subtle and light.

[kg0mz]

DR Harris Arlington is as subtle as they come, but fairly long lasting subtlety on me.

[KarlMaldensNose]

Gendarme, Mugler Cologne, and Prada Infusion d'Homme - these three fit the bill for understated and clean.

+1 except for the Prada. I have it and love it but I find it more powdery than soapy and would rate it as fairly intense. A few people have commented to me that it smells pretty strong and flowery even thought I only wear a couple sprays.

This is another YMMV thread. I find myself wondering about many of the suggestions, like Curve, CK One, and GFT Sandalwood.. all fairly synthetic and heavy smells to my nose. Then again, just as many will disagree with me as will agree. I think it's important that the OP does some testing and sampling before buying. Good luck, it's a fun ride!

[BingeAndPurge]

+1 except for the Prada. I have it and love it but I find it more powdery than soapy and would rate it as fairly intense. A few people have commented to me that it smells pretty strong and flowery even thought I only wear a couple sprays.

This is another YMMV thread. I find myself wondering about many of the suggestions, like Curve, CK One, and GFT Sandalwood.. all fairly synthetic and heavy smells to my nose. Then again, just as many will disagree with me as will agree. I think it's important that the OP does some testing and sampling before buying. Good luck, it's a fun ride!

Yeah, I thought the general consensus on Curve was powerhouse. I honestly thought the original post was a joke.

[crfcom]

acqua di parma

+2

[sychodelix]

Personally, I like the C. O. Bigelow line. It's not expensive, and they tend to smell pretty natural and fresh to me. Then again, I'm not much of a cologne wearer as it is, but if you haven't tried it, It's pretty great.