When you think of Yardley fragrances, the immediate association is often with aftershaves for older men. However, Yardley has undergone a transformation, breaking free from this perception. With their new range of eau de toilettes targeted at men in their 30s and beyond, Yardley is stepping into the realm of modern scents. One such fragrance from this collection that I had the pleasure of experiencing is Gentleman Urbane. And let me tell you, it has truly won me over.

I think it’s when Christmas is approaching that I realise how many premium fragrances/eau de toilettes there are available for men. The choice is endless, and to be honest it is very difficult to stick to one eau de toilette because there are plenty of new ones being launched every month. Today I want to focus on the everyday fragrance because generally it’s always a very affordable product (less than £20) and some of them smell really great. It’s true they don’t last as long as a premium eau de toilettes, but some of them are just amazing.

So, if you are looking for a new affordable eau de toilette, or you are thinking of buying one as a Christmas present for the dad of the house, husband, boyfriend etc…. here are my 5 favourites.

Milano Cento is a fragrance inspired by Italy. Here is my full review of this timeless eau de toilette for men.

The Acqua di Parma Colonia is one of the most famous fragrances in the world. It has a distinguished sense that is never out of fashion. This is one of my favourite colognes. Discover the world of Acqua di Parma.