5 of the best fragrances for the fellas

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be wondering what you could possibly gift your guy on the most romantic day of the year?

Why not secure something that will make him feel attractive and help convince you he’s one sexy so and so? Even if he’s more of a socks and sandals kind of guy, the right scent can trick your brain into believing just about anything! Check out the five scents that you (and your guy) are sure to love…

Look for: something crisp, fresh and masculine.

Avoid: anything heavy, too woody or strongly-scented with amber (or he may begin to remind you of your dad! Eww.)

TOP FRAGRANCE FOR THE FELLAS #1: David Beckham INTENSE INSTINCT (On shelf February 1 2014, $39, 1800 812 663)

This fresh, dynamic scent is the perfect, masculine fragrance for the modern man.

You’ll smell: well-chilled melon, tangy lemon, zingy ginger, coriander, violet leaves and sensual musk.
 

TOP FRAGRANCE FOR THE FELLAS #2: Burberry Brit Rhythm, from $77, 02 9695 5614

This provocative juice from Burberry is a deep, sensual scent that is perfect for any man that wants to leave a mark.

You’ll smell: juniper berries, leather, patchouli, cedarwood, incense and tonka bean.

TOP FRAGRANCE FOR THE FELLAS #3: L'Occitane en provence Eau Captivante

Taking inspiration from the plants of Provence, this fresh, green aromatic fragrance is perfect for the ‘outdoorsy’ guy in your life.

You’ll smell: bergamot, lime zests, mint and basil.
 

TOP FRAGRANCE FOR THE FELLAS #4: Hilfiger by Tommy Hilfiger

This American scent is a crisp and masculine fragrance that ensures the wearer smells fresh, clean and cool.

You’ll smell: bergamot, pink grapefruit, mandarin, pepperwood, juniper oil, papaya, black pepper and mahogany.
 

TOP FRAGRANCE FOR THE FELLAS #5: Yves Saint Laurent L’Homme Eau de Toilette

This fresh, woody scent has an elegant, sparkling opening and contains a mix of floral and spicy notes.

You’ll smell: bergamot, ginger, basil flower and white pepper at first sniff, before settling into violet leaves, cedarwood and tonks bean.

Which scent do you think your man would like most? Which scent do you think you'd like on him most?