The Best Colognes to Wear This Fall

Knowing how to dress well or layer properly is great, but that's only half the battle. Grooming, smelling nice, and avoiding being repulsive is the other half. Want proof? Science has proven that scent is still the most important feature for attracting the fairer sex.

But in case you don't want to have to literally apply baby powder to lure in women or take a shower every two seconds, then a good cologne is your best bet. Generally, it makes sense to change your scent every season. Lighter, fresher fragrances are best in the warmer months, and stronger or thicker scents work better in the cooler months, as these may be too heavy in the heat.

Finding the right cologne isn't always easy—it has a lot to do with personal preference and whether or not a scent fits in with the way you carry yourself. We've put together a list of the Best Colognes to Wear This Fall for you to peruse through and help narrow down your choices.

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A woody spicy scent that's inspired by Ralph Lauren's famous car collection? It doesn't get much better than that.

Buy it now at Ralph Lauren, $61 (2.5oz)

If you prefer woody floral fragrances, Dior Homme is it for you. The new scent is what you might call a re-edition of the classic Dior Homme cologne, but this time with hints of Iris, lavander, and vetiver. Unlike other scents, it lasts for hours, which means you won't have to spray it constantly. The only downside? Sadly, despite the ad campaign, Dior Homme doesn't guarantee a makeout session with model Camille Rowe.

Buy It Now At Dior, $80

Odin just released two new unisex scents, one of them being the 10 Roam. There are hints of ginger lily, wild coffee flower, crisp pepper leaf, saffron, and dried coconut. You'll want to save this dark smokey scent for evening affairs.

Buy It Now At Odin, $135

Gucci's Made to Measure fragrance is for the guy who wants his cologne to match his clothing. The scent itself is inspired by the label's handmade suits. Either that or just a guy who prefers exotic and spicy smells.

Buy It Now At Gucci, $68

Earlier this year, J.Crew teamed up with fragrance experts D.S. Durgato to create the Homesteader's Cologne Water. The result is a masculine, outdoorsy combo of Monterey cypress, eucalyptus, coastal woods, sea kelp, and dusty sagebrush.

Buy It Now At J.Crew, $98

Ocean Royale, if it isn't obvious, is the new addition to the James Bobd fragrance line. It's inspired by the Carribean Sea breeze and features lime, iris, cedar, sandalwood, guaiac wood, and yet it still has a woody scent that works for fall. At less than $40, you can't go wrong hitting the purchase button.

Buy It Now At The Perfume Shop, $39

This one's a great choice for fans of HUGO Boss colognes. The fragrance released earlier this year is focused around the contrast of hot and cold, with notes of grapefruit, rhubarb, cedarwood and hot amber accord. Togehter, these produce a sweet and fresh but also spicy scent.

Buy It Now at Amazon, $53

Though it's not exactly a new cologne—it's been out since 2006—YSL L'Homme's fresh woody scent has proven to be a favorite for plenty of guys. The smell isn't too overpowering, and women love it on men. Wear it this now, next fall, or forever, if you'd like.

Buy It Now At Sephora, $62

Burberry Brit Rhythm, the brand's first men's fragrance in five years, is all about Christopher Bailey's love for music. The scent itself was inspired by music, with Bailey saying that he tried to "create the atmosphere of a gig in a juice." Notes of basil, cardamom, juniper, cedar, and other awesome ones such as incense, tonka bean, and leather are all included.

Buy It Now At Burberry, $88

Up until now, Maison Martin Margiela's Replica capsule line has only included women's fragrances. But come October, guys can get their hands on the "Jazz Club." The scent is inspired by, as its name suggests, a smoky, dark jazz club. The deep, rich result will leave women swooning from the masculine combo of tobacco, leather, and rum.

Hitting stores in October.