Christmas time is already ramping up (how?!), with everyone getting gifts sorted left and right. But who’s always the hardest to buy for? Men. Every time! What do they want?! We may never truly know, but we know that they need a fresh new scent. But how many men do you see sampling the fragrances in specialty fragrance stores? Yep, that’s right, very few. So the best place to look for the perfect men’s cologne (that’s likely on sale) for the significant man in your life. Yep, it’s at Chemist Warehouse.
And if your calendar is anything like ours, they just keep getting busier! So, don’t put your men on the back-burner! But even if you do, you now know that a one-stop fragrance shop is (literally) right around the corner and will have your gifts sorted in a flash. Here are some of our top fragrance choices that your man (and you) will love.
2024’s Top 3 Men’s Cologne Chemist Warehouse
- Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau De Toilette, $89.99,Chemist Warehouse
- Estée Lauder Pleasures For Men Cologne, $69.99, Chemist Warehouse
- Victoria Bitter – VB Thirst Longneck EDT, $29.99, Chemist Warehouse
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau De Toilette
From $89.99 (usually $180) at Chemist Warehouse
This iconic, vaguely risque bottle has been around for some time. And the likelihood that you’ve smelled it before is high. It’s a fantastic day-to-night scent that features fresh aromatic opening notes (think mint and artemisia) that open into a warming and inviting cardamom heart before finishing with woody amber hints. Consider it a definite throwback fragrance that you’ll want another whiff of.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: mint, lavender and bergamot
- Heart notes: cinnamon, cumin, and orange blossom
- Base notes: vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood and cedarwood
Available at:
- $89.99 (usually $180) at Chemist Warehouse
Estée Lauder Pleasures For Men Cologne
From $69.99 (usually $129) at Chemist Warehouse
Pleasures is a woody yet fresh cologne spritz, opening with citrus scents that develop into a herbaceous gourmand aroma and ending with a long-lingering base of sandalwood, and forest moss.
Want to read more? Read Estée Lauder Pleasures For Men Cologne Reviews here…
Scent notes:
- Top notes: citrus effervescence, nectarine, watery green leaves, sky air accord
- Middle notes: pimento, coriander seed, red ginger
- Base notes: sandalwood, iridescent ebony, deep forest moss
Available at:
- $69.99 (usually $129) at Chemist Warehouse
Victoria Bitter – VB Thirst Longneck EDT
From $29.99 (usually $39.99) at Chemist Warehouse
This fragrance is for the lovable Aussie larrikin in your life. What could be more of an iconic men’s fragrance than one modelled after a VB longneck? Arguably, nothing. Not only will they love the joke of ‘wearing’ their beer, you’ll love getting to ‘refresh’ their scent with this sweet, bright, and citrusy scent.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: citruses and bitter orange
- Middle notes: flowers, ice and spices
- Base notes: barley and hops
Available at:
- $29.99 (usually $39.99) at Chemist Warehouse
Giorgio Armani Code Profumo for Men EDP
From $79.99 (usually $90) at Chemist Warehouse
Armani Code is inspired by the sophistication of a perfectly tailored suit, and like a good suit, this fragrance has the long-lasting notes to last all day (and night) long. Intensely scintillating amber and tonka bean develop on your skin to embed a sensual scent with the serious staying power of a great cologne.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: cardamom, green apple and green mandarin
- Middle notes: nutmeg, lavender and orange blossom
- Base notes: tonka bean, amber and leather
Available at:
- $79.99 (usually $90) at Chemist Warehouse
Calvin Klein CK One
From $39.99 (usually $105) at Chemist Warehouse
This unisex fragrance is the cleanest, freshest scent (that still has long-wearing properties). Notes of green tea blend with sweet fruits (pineapple, papaya and citrus), while accent notes of spices lay a warm, inviting base for a fragrance that defies gender.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: lemon, green notes, bergamot, mandarin, orange, pineapple, cardamom and papaya
- Middle notes: Lily-of-the-Valley, jasmine, violet, rose, nutmeg, orris root and freesia
- Base notes: green accord, musk, cedar, sandalwood, green tea, oakmoss and amber
Available at:
- $39.99 (usually $105) at Chemist Warehouse
Versace Eros EDT
From $119.99 (usually $160) at Chemist Warehouse
Versace of course has created a beautifully sophisticated, inviting cologne. Beautifully packaged in a stunning faceted bottle, fresh notes develop into warm vanilla (a genderless fragrance we all love) before giving way to mossy woods. No wonder it’s named for the Greek god of love, because you and your man will both fall in love with this scent.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: mint, lemon and apple
- Middle notes: tonka bean, ambroxan and geranium flower
- Base notes: vanilla, vetyver, oak moss and cedarwood
Available at:
- $119.99 (usually $160) at Chemist Warehouse
YSL Kouros Body EDT
From $99.99 (usually $175) at Chemist Warehouse
The warming combination of incense smoke and camphor wood is juxtaposed with fresh eucalyptus, it plays on sexuality and masculinity.
Want to read more? Read YSL Kouros Body EDT Reviews here…
Scent notes:
- Top notes: eucalyptus and Incense
- Middle notes: Chinese cedar and clary sage
- Base note: benzoin
Available at:
- $99.99 (usually $175) at Chemist Warehouse
Silver Scent Intense Eau de Toilette
From $29.99 (usually $79) at Chemist Warehouse
This fresh, deep cologne has been developed to have a seriously longwearing capacity. With a zingy opening fragrance it develops and deepens leaving you with a rich, woody scent.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: orange blossom, brigade orange and frosted lemon
- Heart notes: lavender, rosemary, cardamom, geranium, coriander and nutmeg
- Base notes: oud, tonka, lichen, vetiver and teak
Available at:
- $29.99 (usually $79) at Chemist Warehouse
Messi Eau de Parfum
From $74.99 at Chemist Warehouse
What’s going to make your man happier than watching the Premier League? Not much if we’re going to be honest. But we think that wearing Lionel Messi’s very own fragrance might bring him just a bit of joy. And with the multifaceted journey this signature scent will take you on he’s bound to love the experience.
Scent notes:
- Top notes: fresh cardamom, crisp apple leaf, wild cypress
- Heart notes: leather natureprint®, French iris root, lavender
- Base notes: cedarwood Virginia, vanilla bean, patchouli
Available at:
- $74.99 at Chemist Warehouse
Chemist Warehouse Near Me?
A very valid question. Because once you’ve gotten your heart set on that special guy’s new signature scent, you’ll perhaps want to go and give it a quick sniff before purchasing it. Luckily there are Chemist Warehouses scattered all around town. To find your closest branch, check out their store finder.
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What do you look for in a giftable scent? What’s your favourite men’s cologne?
CW has a good range of cologne and perfume too
Aqua di Gio is one of the best.
YSL Kouros Body EDT is an old time favourite.
My guy would not even consider using fragrance
I used to spend over $100 per month at Chemist Warehouse until they started charging delivery on everything. They lost my business. I only shop in-store if I am going past.
yes delivery sure adds up
I miss their free postage, too. But I still use their click & collect, so I don’t miss out on sales.
I hardly ever buy online because I hate paying for delivery.
the VB one looks funny
I can see men giving it a taste test, haha!
Great ideas but it’s so difficult to buy for my husband.
My husband wouldn’t like these but he does like essential oils
Fragrance is so dependent on personal taste. I would only ever purchase a scent I know the recipient has previously owned & liked.
Agreed, you never know what is going to work for one person and their skin
Too right, sometimes perfume is expensive and if the person to whom you give it doesn’t like it, it is such a waste.
I’m in disbelief there is a VB cologne!?!?!?
I’ve heard good things about the CK one.
I don’t think I’ve ever bought cologne from there before.
They do have some great bargains.
Oo my husband loves the Versace one
Good prices there.
Giorgio Armani is so nice and one I also use when my partner is not looking.
Lovely design of Giorgio Armani bottle.
Sadly, my partner probably won’t like any of these.
Chemist warehouse has always so many specials.