Boys and Cologne

According to a recent Times article, teen boys’ annual spending on fragrance rose 26 percent in the year ending in March. Axe, Old Spice and Bath & Body Works fell in its rankings of teens boys’ favorite fragrance brands, while luxury brands including Valentino and Jean Paul Gaultier climbed.

Do you know any tween or teen boys who covet — or use — high-end colognes? Do you use them yourself? What are your favorites? Why do you like them?

In general, what do you think is behind the trend of 11-to-15-year-olds — boys and girls — buying expensive cosmetics? How does this trend play out among the people you know?

Tell us in the comments, then read the related article to learn more.

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