11 best men’s colognes, inspired by celebs’ signature scents

Want to smell like a star?

While plenty of Hollywood guys have featured in fragrance campaigns over the years — who could forget Adam Driver’s viral transformation into a centaur for Burberry? — they’re not always spritzing on scents they’re paid to endorse.

So, whether you’re shopping for your next signature smell or picking out a Valentine’s Day gift, why not choose a cologne that’s been tried and tested by celebrities?

We’ve broken down eight of stars’ favorite fragrances for men below, from Justin Bieber’s favorite woodsy blend to Tom Brady’s go-to vanilla scent. (Plus, for more Hollywood-inspired fragrance finds, check out our guide to the best women’s perfumes, too.)

This scent never goes out of style. Harry Style’s hairstylist, Lou Teasdale, once posted a snap of the bottle on his dressing room table.

Breakout “Heated Rivalry” star Hudson Williams also layers Tobacco Vanille with Jo Malone London Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense, telling The Cut this month, “They go together really well.”

It seems athletes can’t resist this particular fragrance, either; Tom Brady included Tobacco Vanille in his Father’s Day gift guide for Amazon.

Notes: Tobacco leaf, vanilla, ginger | Vibe: Spicy, warm

Billed as an “homage to the American West,” Le Labo’s famed Santal 33 is a Hollywood hit, with fans including Ryan Reynolds and Justin Bieber.

Filled with notes of sandalwood, cedarwood and leather, the unisex fragrance has also found devotees in Sophie Turner, Jodie Comer and Alexa Chung.

Notes: Australian sandalwood, cedarwood, cardamom, smoky wood alloy, leather accord | Vibe: Warm and spicy, woody and rustic

Most Universally Flattering: Creed Aventus

Self-proclaimed “cologne connoisseur” Mario Lopez can’t live without fragrances from Creed, a perfume house that was the official supplier for King George III and his royal court before it started selling its scents to the public in 1970.

Lopez described Aventus as “a cool, sexy scent” in an interview with the Strategist, while Joey Fatone told the same outlet he’s “never gotten many compliments with any other cologne.”

Even Usher’s an Aventus man, as confirmed by Vogue.

Notes: Lemon, pink pepper, pineapple, cedarwood | Vibe: Woody, fruity, fresh

When Snoop Dog traveled to Paris to be a torchbearer at the 2024 Olympics, he shared what was in his bag with Vogue. Along with his own branded wine and snacks, he packed this luscious pink bottle.

“This is some smell good,” he told the outlet, calling it a “great, unisex French cologne/perfume” and even making someone off camera try a spritz.

The brand has become a celeb favorite of late, with the likes of Kim Kardashian and Parker Posey both wearing the hair perfume version of this same scent.

Notes: Rhubarb, lychee, rose, lily of the valley, musk, cashmere | Vibe: Creamy floral

This classic cologne has a long history with Hollywood leading men. While the lemony peppermint parfum was first developed for Cary Grant, rumor has it that plenty of actors swear by it today, too, including George Clooney, Pierce Brosnan, Clint Eastwood and Robert Redford.

Charlie Puth’s also a confirmed fan, telling GQ: “I first discovered that this was my scent at the Gramercy Park Hotel. I think of September in New York every time I spritz it.”

Gordon Ramsay told his Twitter followers he’s a Creed user, too, although he didn’t name a specific scent.

Notes: Lemon, violet leaves, sandalwood, ambergris | Vibe: Woody, fresh

While this unisex scent is trending in a major way, Anthony Anderson claims to have gotten in on the ground floor.

“I found it, and every time I wore it, people were like, ‘Yo, what is that?’” he told the Strategist. “Before the whole 540 craze, I think I was a pioneer that way …. Now everybody has it.”

The jasmine, saffron and cedarwood blend has certainly become a Hollywood must-have these days; Olivia Rodrigo and Kacey Musgraves are both fans, while Kathy Hilton loves it so much she told us she practically bathes in it.

Notes: Jasmine, saffron, cedarwood, ambergris | Vibe: Ambery, floral, woody

John Legend sings the praises of this warm floral scent on the regular and even included it in a Father’s Day gift guide “because it smells luxurious and sophisticated,” per Variety.

“I wear it every day, and I feel dressed, like I’m complete when I put it on. I’m like, “Okay. Now, I’m ready to go,” he told Marie Claire in 2023 of the blend, which features notes of the titular flower in addition to black truffle and patchouli.

Notes: Black truffle, bergamot, black orchid, noir gourmand accord, patchouli | Vibe: Warm, floral

Travis Kelce shared his love of Blue Talisman with GQ last summer, saying, “I love this one — this is my favorite one right now,” quipping, “Who doesn’t love smelling good?”

The scent is said to bring good luck, and since the “New Heights” podcast host got engaged weeks later to Taylor Swift, it seems to be working for him.

Notes: Bergamot, ginger, mandarin, pear, musk, ambrofix | Vibe: Hypnotic, lucky charm

Plenty of celebs find this cologne just peachy. Charlie Puth told the Strategist it’s one of the “first bougie items” he ever splurged on.

“It’s light but lasts all day,” he explained. “I like that I don’t have to douse myself in it.”

Featuring top notes of peach, blood-orange and patchouli, the unisex spritz is also a favorite of Lori Harvey’s.

Notes: Peche de vigne, blood orange, patchouli | Vibe: Fruity, floral

Looking for another pro athlete pick? Don’t sweat it. Dwyane Wade told the Strategist he uses this warm and spicy scent, saying, “It is how I imagine my sweat would smell if I were to sweat cologne.”

“It has a sweet yet manly musk smell that stays with me all day,” the NBA star added.

Notes: Suede, saffron, musk | Vibe: Warm, spicy

Prince Harry revealed in his bombshell memoir, “Spare,” that King Charles’ “personal scent” is this floral, citrusy classic.

Notes: Bergamot, lavender, oak moss, patchouli | Vibe: Light, citrusy

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This article was written by Hannah Southwick, Commerce Associate Editor for Page Six. Hannah spies deals on actually affordable celebrity-worn styles, puts celebrities’ brands to the test and finds the beauty products that keep stars red carpet-ready. She consults stylists and industry pros — including celebs themselves — for firsthand product recommendations, trend predictions and more. In addition to writing for Page Six since 2020, her work has been featured in USA Today and Parade.