I’ve written it before and I’ll write it again in this Metro Man article — females have a much keener sense of smell than males. It’s a proven fact and as we age, women still hold the first place sniff award. While guys can smell a BBQ from next door, the ladies can detect the waft of a plant or flower beyond the nearest garden. If you don’t believe me, just check out the research by the National Library of Medicine.
With that in mind, for this round-up I simply asked my closest female friends to make some suggestions regarding scents/colognes that they find appealing and have purchased. Following is a cohesive list of scents for every Santa on your list.
Worldly Santa
The duo of powerful myrrh essences along with hints of ultra vanilla make this mysterious scent out of this world – Tom Ford Myrrhe Mystere. We all know that Santa travels the globe and this scent puts him in the echelon of jet setter. Just one sprits and the spirit of the holiday is lifted, plus it will fit perfectly under the tree and in his travel case.
The Notes:
Myrrh Duo — Myrrh essence & Myrrh resinoid Orpur
Sandalwood album Australia Orpur
Ultra Vanille Accord
The Jolly Explorer
The Santa who loves the sea will appreciate the aquatic inspired scent of Armani Acqua di Gio. While his work may take him from the land to the skies, this cologne has a warm and comforting effect like an escape vacation in a Mediterranean breeze. The mix of marine notes, aromatic essences, and woody minerals provides a long-lasting, fresh scent that will create a welcoming, “Ho, ho, ho!” Key Notes: Marine, Bergamot and Cedarwood.
Playful & Spontaneous Santa
He can put on a tailored suit or sweats and fix your computer, unclog a sink and keep your car (she sleigh) riding perfectly without breaking down. This Santa likes to work with his hands but always cleans up nicely for a holiday party. Guess Uomo Eau De Toilette makes people smile even more when he walks through a room. Top notes are Cardamom, Lavender and Grapefruit; middle notes are Sage, Saffron and Geranium; base notes are Amber, dark woodsy notes and Benzoin. You may also notice a new spring in your Santa’s step on the dance floor.
Urban Romeo in Red
Habitual readers of our Metro Man section will recall my admiration of the Pisterzi Barber Shop in New York and Milan — a must-visit for every pampered Santa. If your big guy cannot make it to either atelier before December 25th, the next best thing is to gift him their Tonstrina 17. This seductive scent captures the romantic side of every man who wears it. Citrus notes give way to aromatic notes of thyme, basil and lavender. It’s very possible that your Santa will feel energized, masculine and sexy with just one spray.
Outdoorsman
If your Santa is more comfortable at home, in the garage, or perhaps in the fields more so than the polished marble corridors of the metropolis, gift him this scent of nature in candle form. He will identify and take notice of the alluring aroma of pine mixed with a hint of ginger in any room — bath, bed, office or work shed. Carriere Freres has been creating scents since 1884 — they are masters and pioneers in the olfactory industry. If your man is not exactly the cologne type, I suggest gifting him this candle as a first step. Bring the outdoors inside with Siberian Pine and Candied Ginger.
Casually Classic and 100% Kringle
This Santa may be a gamer but he also knows when to put away the technology and pay attention to your wants and needs. Some Santas just need a little more time to get with the program and invest a little more effort in their appearance. MCM Onyx just might be the right wake-up call. This scent is becoming ever more popular with a certain group of guys who realize the rewards that come along with taking better care of themselves, putting a little thought in their clothing, etc. Top notes are Grapefruit, Pink Pepper and Ginger; middle notes are Lavender, Violet Leaf and Basil; base notes are Haitian Vetiver, Clearwood and Tonka.
This article is part of our Shopping for Your Santa series. Click on our other Metro Man coverage Santa’s Preflight Clean & Glow and Does Your Santa Need a New Hat, Gloves & Hoodie? for more gift ideas.
