Michael Stefanov

Michael Stefanov is a Brooklyn-based writer. He has written extensively about grooming, fragrance and style for GQRobb ReportMen’s JournalInsideHook, and Travel + Leisure. Formerly the market editor at Esquire and a contributor to Men’s Health, he has developed guides and reviews covering everything from colognes and coats to conditioners and collagen. During his time at Esquire, he scoured the industry for pieces that were not only worth investing in but also made for engaging stories and timeless advice. He approaches every subject with the same obsessive curiosity, and it’s this dedication that has earned him a reputation as a trusted voice for thoughtful recommendations. Whether writing about a stellar scent or a perfect denim jacket, his goal is to inspire readers to discover what resonates with their own sense of style and self. Beyond writing, his interests include vinyl records, old books and the kind of cool weather that pairs perfectly with both.

All Articles From Michael Stefanov

The Best Cyber Monday Grooming Deals

'Tis the season to upgrade your routine with skincare, haircare and fragrance

The Best New Colognes of the Year (So Far)

2025 is shaping up to be a stellar year for scents

The Best Heavy-Duty Moisturizers for Winter

Hydrating, nourishing and straight-up comforting, these formulas are like a down jacket for your face

Inside Parfums de Marly’s Potent New Fragrance Trio

The aptly named Les Extraits are elegant, addictive and unapologetically bold

The Best Grooming Brands to Know Right Now

In this edition: two varying but highly effective brands that will help your skin stay fresh this holiday season.

The 7 Best Leather Colognes

We smell leather weather

Sunspel’s Iconic Boxer Gets a Heritage-Meets-Modern Revival

The brand that dressed Bond and Brad Pitt brings back its iconic 1947 boxer and redefines modern comfort in one move

The Most Classic and Popular Colognes of All Time

Trends come and go, but these scents stand the test of time

How to Choose the Right Styling Product for Your Hair

The essential differences between pastes, waxes, gels and powders — and when to use each

The Best Leather Derbies Do It All

A clean, classic derby is a worthwhile investment now and forever

6 Gourmand Colognes to Warm Up With This Fall

A decadent blend of aromatic edible accords, crafted with complexity, not cliché

The 9 Best Shampoos for Stronger, Fuller, Healthier Hair

Cleaner formulas, elevated scents, and scalp-boosting benefits are the new baseline

The Tom Ford Scents That Defined an Era

How he blurred the lines between designer and niche — and made fragrance exciting again

The Best Unisex Colognes

Instead of dominating with traditionally masculine or feminine notes, these timeless fragrances will suit just about anyone