12 Top Rated Men's Fragrances To Buy Under INR 10,000

One of the most known and recently controversial perfumes thanks to the Johnny Depp fiasco in 2021, this fragrance has still stood the test of time possibly owning to how good it is! Francois Demachy, Dior Perfumer-Creator, drew inspiration from the desert at the magical twilight hour coming up with a blend that is super potent, strong, appealing, and works on pretty much everyone! 

Scent: Oriental

Top Notes: Bergamot

Middle Notes: Sichuan Pepper, Lavender, Star Anise and Nutmeg

Base Notes: Ambroxan and Vanilla

From a super iconic brand, this one is a light and dark fougère fragrance, with fresh citrus and aromatic notes followed by a deeper intensity of sensual woods. We'd suggest this one for night wear since it is quite sensual and pretty long-lasting. We like to call this the 'Alex Turner' fragrance since it best represents the classic 90s men's look of a basic white shirt and a black jacket. It's classic, evergreen, and very masculine. 

Scent: Amber 

Top Notes: Apple, Ginger and Bergamot

Middle notes: Sage, Juniper Berries and Geranium

Base Notes: Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver and Olibanum

This one is an aromatic aquatic fragrance for men that is iconic and very Italian. The scent is great for daily wear, is minimalist, modern, and pretty long lasting with a bright uplifting scent. All in all we'd recommend this as a gift. 

Scent: Fresh

Top Notes: Sea Notes and Green Mandarin

Middle Notes: Clary Sage, Geranium and Lavender

Base Notes: Mineral notes, Vetiver and Patchouli

Davidoff's Cool Water is a cult favourite that belongs in every man's vanity. It is a scent that can be recognised from miles away, smells great on anyone who wears it, and is on the more affordable side of 'branded' perfumes. The perfume is fresh, rejuvenating, and mossy wood notes that have a crisp edge, featuring fresh citrus notes and a woody dry down. All in all, it is perfect for the summers. 

Scent: Fresh 

Top Notes: Mint and Green Nuances, Lavender, Coriander and Rosemary

Heart Notes: Geranium, Neroli, Jasmine and Sandalwood

Base Notes: Cedarwood, Musk, Amber, and Tobacco

Skinn by Titan's perfume collection-for both men and women are fantastic especially when it comes to the price tag. They're affordable, but smell just as luxe making them perfect to wear everyday. The Raw and Verge variants for men are great everyday/night wear blends that come as miniatures and full bottle options. 

The Raw is a French Eau De Parfum created by renowned Perfumer Olivier Pescheux. The fragrance draws it's inspiration from rain on a hot summer day, balancing the fresh with the bold. 

Scent: Fresh 

Top Notes: Watery Fruits, Bergamot and Mandarin

Heart Notes: Violet Leaves, Pomarose and Geranium

Base Notes: Patchouli Fraction Indonesia, Gaiac Wood, Cashmeran and Ambermax 

Verge on the other hand is also created by a French perfumer—Nadege le Garlantezec that paints a very outdoorsy feels along with lemons, fresh grass, and leathery facets. 

Scent: Woody 

Top Notes: Lemon and Lavender

Heart Notes: Oak Moss and Patchouli

Base Notes: Spearmint and Mahonial

A youthful yet versatile fragrance that's extremely likable, this one is for those who don't like experimenting much and enjoy sticking to fresh musky scents that are safe to play with. The woody scent opens with a fresh opening and is ideal for summertime. It lasts around 3-4 and might not be the best choice for people who don't like reapplying their perfumes during the day.

Scent: Woody Aromatic

Top Notes: Pear, Kumquat, Bergamot, Lavender

Middle Notes: Cardamom, Geranium, Coriander

Base Notes: Ambergris. Suede, Amberwood, Haitian Vetiver

This top rated men's fragrance reminds us of a vacation in the Mediterranean with the woody notes of amber and musk that are brilliantly paired with some bubbly freshness to give it a skin-deep sensation. A no-brainer for a warm summer day but versatile enough to wear on any occasion, this subtly pronounced scent is a great investment for fresh fragrance enthusiasts.

Scent: Woody Aquatic

Top Notes: Lemon, Bergamot, Carambola (Star Fruit)

Middle Notes: Cedar, Tarragon, Sage, Pepper

Base Notes: Musk, Saffron, Amber, Sycamore

This has been an OG fragrance for those who love the subtle smokey woody aroma with a pinch of freshness. There's just something very comforting and unpretentious about this fragrance that strikes the right cord every time you spray it. If you have been looking for a sophisticated daily wear perfume that's pleasant yet discreet on the nose, your search ends right here!

Scent: Fresh

Top Notes: Green Apple

Middle Notes: Lavender

Base Notes: Pine, Balsam Fir

There's nothing better than a fresh and clean fragrance to start your day during the summer. Perfect for everyday wear, this top rated male fragrance features a not-so-common aroma, it is fresh but not fruity or aquatic in style, rather it has a slight edge of greens and herbs accompanied by strong musk and woody notes. We would recommend using this fragrance in the office or for fun outings with friends on hot summer days as it adapts better to warmth to reveal a slightly creamy sensation.

Scent: Fresh

Top Notes: Juniper Berries, Ginger, Geranium

Middle Notes: Sandalwood, Orris Root, Artemisia

Base Notes: Clearwood, Musk, Cedar

A cult classic, the Gucci #ForeverGuilty universe is home to some of the most worn and top rated men's fragrances around the world. If you are looking for a woody scent that's quite bold and speaks for itself, then this one's the perfect match for you! The Gucci website describes this fragrance as fit for those who don't play by the rules and we have to say, mischief is exactly what comes to our mind when we take a whiff of this charismatic fragrance.

Scent: Woody

Top Notes: Lavender, Amalfi Lemon

Middle Notes: African Orange Flower

Base Notes: Virginia Cedar, Patchouli, Vanilla

A designer fragrance that is recently all over the internet, this top rated men's fragrance is one for the books. The new range of Le Male Elixir Parfum offers a vanilla-rich, sensual and intense scent that lasts for almost 12 hours. The lavender and refreshing mint notes amplifies the warmth of tonka beans and smoky tobacco, adding a masculine element to the scent. With woody aroma, this new range of gold and amber glass sailor top shaped bottles are definitely something to add to your fragrance collection. 

Scent: Woody, fresh and sweet

Top Notes: Lavender

Middle Notes: Tonka Bean

Base Notes: Benzoin

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Parfum is a popular and timeless choice among top rated men's perfume since they keep reinventing themselves. Known for its enduring sillage and luxurious packaging, this perfume radiates an ecstatic yet warm and seductive fragrance. The scent of tuberose with notes of iodine along accents of resins and pine, offers an opulent experience of warm fragrance. 

Scent: Floral leather

Top Notes: Tuberose

Middle Notes: Solar Leather Accord

Base Notes: Resin, Pine