Who’s just loves rain and the rainy season? Nope, me neither. But some people actually do like rain.
The fresh crisp air and that rain smell is good, but getting wet is not. In England we have plenty of rain, so that got me thinking:
What are the best men’s rainy day fragrances?
I’ve taken a look at some of the scents I have, and picked out ten which are perfect for the rain when the weather is humid or still warm.
When it comes to smelling good in the rain, especially the summer, these are the fragrances I’ve come up with. I think the best qualities and notes for picking a scent are:
- Citrus
- Aquatic
- Green
- Light spicy
- Slightly woody
With that said, here’s the top 10 colognes for when the weather is wet outside.
Bvlgari MAN Rain Essence
One of my newest fragrances on the list, Bvlgari MAN Rain Essence is the best men’s fragrance for a rainy day. It’s kind of implied in the name, and it’s such a good scent for anytime, but definitely appropriate when it rains.
The fresh spicy kick you get from this is good, and the green tea and greeny and citrus notes in general make this the best scent for a rainy day.
I actually wore Rain Essence in the summer and within an hour is was pouring with rain. It kind of made the smell better, and created a memory I’ll remember.
Top Notes: Green Tea, Orange
Middle Notes: Musk, White Lotus
Base Notes: Amber, Woods
Prada Luna Rossa Ocean
A salty and watery fragrance with a fresh spicy style, Prada Luna Rossa Ocean is a top aftershave for the rainy season. It’s called Ocean, and once you smell it, you’ll know why.
I love wearing this scent, and I think it’s a great reach for when you’re looking for a fragrance that compliments a rainy day.
Top Notes – Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Artemisia
Middle Notes – Lavender, Iris, Saffron, Sage, Suede
Base Notes – Musk, Vetiver, Caramel, Patchouli
Bvlgari MAN Wood Essence
The second Bvlgari fragrance on the list, and it’s another good one. Wood Essence is a green citrus kind of smell, and so you can imagine that Bvlgari MAN Wood Essence would work well in the rain, and does.
It’s a really nice pleasant scent, green as mentioned, and has a nice amount of longevity to last during the day.
Top Notes: Citrus, Lemon Zest, Coriander Leaf
Middle Notes: Cedar, Vetiver, Cypress
Base Notes: Benzoin
BOSS Bottled Unlimited
Another great green fragrance, BOSS Bottled Unlimited is a mix of freshness and greenery, once again working well in the summer rain.
It’s perfect for wearing in the office, and has small subtle hints of the scent. It’s not too powerful and doesn’t have the best longevity, but during the opening and for the first few hours, it’s very nice.
Top Notes – Iced Violet Leaves
Middle Notes – Pineapple
Base Notes – Sandalwood, Musk
Bleu De Chanel EDT
I’ve picked out Bleu De Chanel EDT as the peppery citrus and spicy scent for the rainy summer. The original BDC is the one which will get you noticed during the day, for all the right reasons.
The rain will really make this one shine through, and although I’d usually wear this on an evening, when it comes to rain, Bleu De Chanel EDT would just work.
Top Notes: Lemon, Mint, Pink Pepper, Grapefruit
Heart Notes: Ginger, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Iso E Super
Base Notes: Labdanum, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedar, White Musk, Vetiver, Incense
Tom Ford Grey Vetiver
Want a splash of vetiver in the rain? Tom Ford Grey Vetiver is the way to go. I always get dry and powdery notes when I smell this one, but it’s still very inviting.
This is another which is a bit of an all rounder, and comes into it’s own when it’s raining.
Top Notes – Grapefruit, Orange Blossom, Sage.
Middle Notes – Nutmeg, Orris Root, Pimento.
Base Notes – Amber, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Woody Notes.
Prada L’Homme EDT
The trademark of Prada’s men’s fragrances is the amber, and Prada L’Homme really does deliver on that kind of smell.
The purple scented notes are good under wet conditions, and can be worn during the day or evening. It’s a nice light and elegant cologne which will get you noticed, powerful but not overbearing.
Top Notes – Pepper, Neroli
Middle Notes – Geranium, Violet, Amber, Iris
Base Notes – Cedar, Patchouli
Creed Aventus
Considered the king of men’s fragrances, Creed Aventus is of course a great scent to wear in the rain. The mix of spice, citrus, woods and everything else is finely balanced and works, and it lasts a while.
Like many others, I would usually recommend this on an evening, but in the right conditions, it could be worn during the day.
Top Notes – Blackcurrant, Italian Bergamot, French apples, Pineapple
Middle Notes – Rose, Dry birch, Moroccan jasmine, Patchouli
Base Notes – Musk, Oak moss, Ambergris, Vanilla
Floris Santal
My favourite of all from this brand, Floris Santal is one of my favourite all time fragrances. It’s a floral kind of scent with soft woods, so smells really great during the day, and will work when the wet weather arrives.
Armani Acqua Di Gio
One of the classics, Armani Acqua Di Gio is a fresh citrus kind of scent which is definitely made for the day time. If the clouds roll in and it looks like it’s going to rain, don’t worry, because it will compliment the scent very well.
Top Notes – Jasmine, Rosemary, Hespiradic Notes
Middle Notes – Persimmon Fruits, Marine Notes
Base Notes – Cedar, Patchouli, White Musk, Rock Rose
CK One
Last up I have to feature the scent of the 90’s, it is CK One. It’s one of the classic fragrances of my teenage years, it was loved by millions, and you can pick it up now at a really affordable price.
The scent is not only nostalgic but it’s good, a light citrus kind of smell that works as well as anything else in this list on a rainy day.
And there you have it, the best rainy day fragrances for men. Let me know your thoughts, and as always you can check out more men’s fragrances reviews if you’re looking for some inspiration or a new scent for your collection.
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Michael Adams is the founder and editor of Michael 84, blogger from Newcastle, UK. Sharing men's fashion tips, style advice and lifestyle information for all guys.
