The season calls for a reset&mdash;and that includes your scent.

The shift to a new season brings a wave of fresh releases in menswear, with brands rolling out collections and pieces designed to reset style. That includes grooming, too&mdash;especially fragrance. The latest drops embrace scents that lean into crisp citruses, airy florals and subtle woods.
Not everything is a complete shake-up, however, as plenty of brands are sticking to what works&hellip; just with a twist. After all, there&rsquo;s something to be said for familiarity with a little extra edge. That being said, among the latest arrivals, there are fragrances that stand out, bringing a breath of fresh air to the season ahead.

Mandarine Fauve has that just-rolled-out-of-bed energy&mdash;bright, a little wild and impossible to ignore. The mandarin is fresh, the green notes crisp and the fir balsam brings just the right amount of depth to the mix. It&rsquo;s bold without trying too hard, and that&rsquo;s the point.

Atelier Cologne Mandarine Fauve

Amouage doesn&rsquo;t deal in half-measures, and Purpose 50 proves it. At 50% extrait concentration, this one goes deep&mdash;like, &ldquo;you&rsquo;re still catching whiffs of it hours later&rdquo; deep. But what really makes the fragrance? The smoky frankincense, dry vetiver and rich sandalwood that, together, make it feel like solid ground beneath your feet.

Amouage Purpose 50

Not all fresh scents play it safe. Case in point: Tapageur is a little rebellious. Bright green mandarin and black tea hit first; fresh, but with just the right amount of bite. Then comes the warmth&mdash;sandalwood and orris adding that smooth, effortless cool. Call it Spring, but with attitude.

Givenchy Tapageur

Francis Kurkdjian dials up the intensity on this classic, overdosing on iris to create a scent that&rsquo;s both commanding and undeniably refined, while rich amber and deep woods anchor its elegance. Think perfectly tailored and slightly unbuttoned&mdash;just enough to keep them wanting more.

Dior Homme Parfum

You know that first really good Spring day? When the air is crisp, the sun is warm and everything feels a little more alive? That&rsquo;s what Fiori di Neroli smells like. Zesty citrus, soft florals and just a hint of warmth&mdash;clean, but not too clean&hellip; like fresh air with a bit of an edge.

Gucci Fiori di Neroli

Some scents whisper&mdash;but not this one. Phantom Elixir is built for the after-hours&mdash;dark, bold and undeniably magnetic. A rush of marine notes cuts through the night, giving way to the raw edge of oud and the slow burn of vanilla. It&rsquo;s the perfect companion for nights that stretch into morning.

Rabanne Phantom Elixir

P&ecirc;che Mirage plays with contrast, from its ripe peach and smooth leather scent down to the bottle&rsquo;s soft curves and sharp edges. The osmanthus adds depth, while the sandalwood keeps it grounded. The result? A scent that&rsquo;s sensual, modern and a little unexpected.

Guerlain Pêche Mirage

Narciso Rodriguez knows its way around musk, but Safran Musc adds something no one would have expected: the heat of saffron and the richness of suede. It&rsquo;s a warm yet airy surprise that manages to be bold at the same time&mdash;resulting in a scent that&rsquo;s rich but not overbearing.

Narciso Rodriguez Safran Musc

Le Beau Flower Edition is what we call temptation in a bottle. A wild take on the original, it blends zesty kumquat and lemon with violet leaf&rsquo;s unexpected floral edge. Add in the depth of patchouli, cashmeran and tonka bean, and you get a scent that&rsquo;s just the right amount of unruly.

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Flower Edition

Sun Cities smells like golden hour in a bottle. Bright pineapple and mandarin kick things off before the leather, saffron and oakmoss step in to keep it smooth. It&rsquo;s an easygoing kind of scent, but one that knows how to make an impression&mdash;and one that lasts.

Vilhelm Parfumerie Sun Cities

Sharp and a tad unconventional, Leaf is a shot of green energy. The bite of freshly-picked tomato leaves meets the brightness of key lime and a cool hit of cornmint. A hint of cardamom keeps things grounded, but make no mistake&mdash;this one crackles.

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