13 Best Colognes to Gift in 2025Esquire Editors' Favorites
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13 Best Colognes to Gift in 2025Esquire Editors' Favorites
"Best Warm Scent for the Winter If you know anyone who likes warm scents for the colder months, this new release might just be perfect. The notes of cognac and antique wood make me feel like I'm sitting in an old home next to a roaring fire with a drink in hand. But it's not overwhelming or cloyingjust inviting. Jonathan Evans, Style Director"
"This one, done with the Waylon Jennings estate, embodies the man himself: gruff, masculine, old-fashioned. It's a curveball to gift because it's heavy on musk, leather, smoke, and spice. It smells like the Stetson Original my grandpa used. (It smells more like it than the modern Stetson Original does, funnily enough.) But that's why I love the idea. This type of scent has been lost to time, so these days it's really, really unique."
"After years of using Ralph Lauren Polo Gold Blend, my wife took me cologne shopping at Le Labo in the West Village where we spent over an hour trying out different fragrances. I ended up going with Baie 19, which brings an earthy and refreshing feeling. It paired well with my body smell which is a huge factor. Le Labo also offers a huge discount with their refill program; you just have to bring your bottle back. Mike Kim, Digital Design Director"
A warm, woody fragrance blends cognac and antique wood to conjure a fireside, vintage atmosphere without overwhelming sweetness. A leather- and musk-forward composition emphasizes smoke, spice, and old-fashioned masculinity, recalling classic Stetson-style scents. A citrus-driven option balances bergamot, neroli, musk, and vetiver for striking yet versatile day-to-night wear, presented in a bottle with art-deco tinges. Baie 19 offers an earthy, refreshing profile that pairs with individual body chemistry and participates in a refill discount program. The overall selection ranges from nostalgic, unique masculine scents to broadly wearable citrus-wood blends suitable across seasons.
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