Only on a rare occasion can you slip into a black suit and tie ensemble with pride, especially when it comes to the most elegant dress code, black tie. Take the opportunity to go all out with your scent to take your look to the next level. We round up our favorite new potions from leading designers for your next suave affair.

Balmain Homme $125
Perfect for the modern man wanting to try something new, this staunch blue bottle is infused with bergamot and contrasting spices. Balmain‘s latest fragrance oozes modern elegance and a rare sophistication.

Dior Sauvage $140
Earthy, wild and mysterious it is no wonder Johnny Depp was the face of the newest cologne from Dior. The masculine scent unleashes a powerfully woody trail without impeding your dates nostrils.

Victor and Rolf Spice Bomb $150
Voted 2013’s best mens fragrance, this cool grenade style bottle still remains one of our favorites. Bursting with leather and tobacco, the spicy spray is softened by fruity notes of grapefruit. Perfect for an elaborate daytime event or wedding that requires a tux.

Giorgio Armani Aqua Di Gio Profumo $115
For the more traditional gent looking for a classic cologne. After 20 years of success (second most popular men’s fragrance on the market) Armani have launched a new version of Aqua Di Gio. Adding to the original’s fresh, aquatic scents, this new release lends woody and spicy aromas to the classic maintaining its nostalgia.

Narciso Rodriguez Bleu Noir $139
The name of Narciso’s newest mens bottle is inspired by the designer’s passion for the profound nuances of the sky at night. It’s scent is clean and sharp yet enigmatic and extremely seductive.

By Oliver Grand