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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Heidi Quill

5 best men's classic fragrances for smelling next-level good in 2026

Smelling good can actually make you look better - (The Standard)

The correlation between smelling good and being found attractive is undeniable. According to a 2014 study by Monell Chemical Senses Center, a scent or odour – pleasant or unpleasant – can actually change the way we interpret faces. Yes, really.

Given the adage that “you only get one first impression”, it can’t hurt to hedge your bets with a good scent by your side (or on your collar).

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