There are plenty of great smelling colognes for men out there on the market. However, some of those fantastic perfumes don’t seem to last very long at all and evaporate from one’s skin within a few hours. I mean, it’s great to have a really sexy or fresh fragrance, but what’s ultimately the point if it’s completely gone or simply a skin scent by the time you’re out of the house? So, with that in mind I have put together an updated list for 2019 of colognes that last all day and can also have great sillage. These colognes are longevity champs and will include a those also with versatile uses; from the office to a night out at the bars.

Best Smelling Men’s Perfumes that are Long Lasting

1 Million FOR MEN by Paco Rabanne – 3.4 oz EDT Spray– The original 1 Million is now utterly legendary and a constant best seller, after what, 20+ years? One of the main reasons, this sweet club beast has garnered so much attention, is how long it lasts. When you talk about all day wears, 1 Million is one that immediately comes to mind in the world of men’s perfumes.

It’s loud, it’s in your face with a sweet, smooth, and often imitated profile with notes ranging from cinnamon to rose to leather to citrus. It’s layered and has a great vibe about it. One of its flankers, 1 Million Prive, smells better in my opinion but doesn’t have the same extreme longevity…it does have great performance also, just not to the same level. So, if you want something a bit more refined check out Prive. My 1 Million Review

Sauvage by Dior Eau de Parfum Spray 60ml– The EDP version of Sauvage, is much better than the original EDT release, in my opinion. Not only does it smell better, it’s sexier, and lasts longer than its predecessor. This one starts out with a strong ambroxan note which tones down the bergamot and pepper, which were so harsh in the EDT.

Sauvage EDP is super smooth thereafter, with lavender and vanilla, notes giving it a calm and sweeter demeanor. Then, there is the layer of spice which adds nutmeg and star anise to the Sichuan pepper. It’s got that juicy bergamot lurking in there, with some sharp moments, but ultimately very clean. The sillage in this fragrance is huge on my skin and the wear lasts for over 10 hours. This version really made me appreciate the Sauvage name, a lot more. Sauvage EDP Review

212 Vip by Carolina Herrera Eau De Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Ounce– A boozy club scent, that lasts all night? Yep, that’s 212 VIP from Carolina Herrera. Vodka is a main ingredient, especially towards the top of the wear, with tonka bean, vanilla, and pepper kicking in. It also has frozen mint and lime, bringing spice and citrus juiciness. It’s smooth and very boozy at first, but dries down with an alluring spice and sexiness. This stuff is an absolute beast with the sillage and longevity. I have a full bottle and I only break it out on certain occasions and keep the sprays limited. Is 212 VIP for everyone? No way, but for certain guys, this stuff is just plain awesome. 212 VIP Review

Prada L’homme Intense Eau de Parfum Spray for Men, 3.4 Ounce– This flanker to the original Prada L’Homme opens up with that powdery iris note, amber, and rich leather. Intense is a mature and clean fragrance with a smooth warmth provided from the main players, as well as, notes like the tonka bean. The solid woody outdoorsy base, adds another dimension to this cologne, with the emergence of sandalwood and patchouli. The sillage on this one is moderate to strong, but the longevity is great, and Intense is a classy fragrance for work or the night life. Prada L’Homme Intense Review

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male Eau de Toilette Intense 40ml Spray– The original Le Male had really good performance and is still very popular. However, with the release of its flanker fragrance Ultra Male, Jean Paul Gaultier kicked up the intensity even further. Ultra Male is sexy and has a spicy and candy-like sweet aroma, that not only projects well, but also goes far into those cold weather evenings of wintertime. It opens up with pear, vanilla, cinnamon, and mint notes, which of course add to the spicy sweetness of this cologne. It has a bold start with the projection, but becomes more moderate. Ultra Male performs best in cooler weather and really isn’t suitable for warmer days. Ultra Male Review

Versace Eros Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Fluid Ounce– Versace Eros is one of the most popular scents on the market and has been so since its introduction in 2012. Sure, it a monster in terms of its sillage, but that’s just a part of the experience that is this cologne. It’s sweet, crisp, masculine, and bold. With notes like mint, apple, vanilla, and tonka bean…it’s no wonder why this stuff lures so many folks in. It can keep going and going, throughout an entire evening, or daytime depending on one’s application.

Eros opens with the apple note and some citrus assistance provided by Italian lemon. The driving force in the composition is the mint note, which gives it that familiar cooled spice edge, to help offset some of the overwhelming sweetness. This is a autumn/wintertime fragrance with insanely good projection and longevity in the double digit hours sphere. Look, simply put, Eros is popular for a reason. Yes, it’s sexy. Yes, it gets complements. Versace Eros Review

Christian Dior Dior Homme Intense Eau de Parfum Spray for Men, 1.7 Ounce– The opening minutes of Dior Homme Intense, are probably my favorite ever from any cologne. While I do, very slightly prefer wearing the original Dior Homme, I think this one has a bit more sex appeal. Note: Dior Homme and Intense are pretty much a 1A and 1B ranking, that depends on my mood. Plus, I’ll often wear both at the same time.

Cedar and vetiver notes lead the way to be paired with a powdery iris floral. Then, a cacao note comes along to give Dior Intense, a gourmand sensibility. It’s almost like powdered chocolate, in my mind, at one point during the wear. The name suggests it will be loud but it’s not overly so and the longevity of this fragrance is absolutely great.

With this Dior cologne, I can pretty easily hit double digit hours in wear and still maintain solid sillage throughout. Dior Intense is classy, refined, while still maintaining its attractiveness. Versatile enough for office or date night wear.  Dior Intense Full Review

PARFUMS de MARLY Herod, 4.2 fl. oz.– A great luxury fragrance from the French brand, Parfums de Marly. Herod is a sweet and spicy blend of tobacco, cinnamon, black pepper, and vanilla among other notes. This is a super rich and attract men’s cologne with a captivating resinous aroma with a somewhat smoky air. Herod is a gentlemen’s fragrance that can be worn in the office, at a formal event, or out on the town for the evening. The sillage isn’t super loud, like 1 Million, but you’ll know that it’s there and still chugging along without fail.

Prada Luna Rossa CARBON for Men Eau de Toilette Spray, 3.4 ounce– Luna Rossa Carbon starts off with a pretty strong opening but then becomes much more of a moderate fragrance. However, while it’s sillage isn’t extreme, Carbon’s longevity is. This Prada flanker scent will hit 10+ hours of wear without much trouble. It is good as an everyday scent, with a very similar profile to Sauvage, and features lavender as its main note. Also, here are: ambroxan, pepper, bergamot, and patchouli. Luna Rossa Carbon Full Review

Giorgio Armani Code Absolu for Men Eau De Parfum Spray, 2 Oz– Finally, rounding out the list is a newer release. Not only is this a follow up flanker to the classic best-seller Armani Code, it is also one of the best colognes on the market currently. Code Absolu is a beautiful blend, which opens up with notes of: rum, nutmeg, suede, and tonka bean. Also, very light fruit notes in the background.

As it moves along, the composition becomes smoother and sweeter, after its freshly spiced opening act. Add to the fact, that Code Absolu is by no means weak, and lasts for well over 10 hours on my skin…and you’ve got a winner. Best in the cooler months of the year, but it’s a stud, during this time. Code Absolu Review

Best Men's Colognes

Best Men’s Colognes started back in 2013, as a way to share my learning experiences with different fragrances, as I dove head first into the hobby. Since then, I have written hundreds of reviews and other pages about perfumes and colognes.