Let’s set the scene.
You walk into a room and there it is that unmistakable scent. It is fresh. It is beautifully bold, and clean, with just the right hint of nostalgia. It doesn’t just smell good; it smells like someone. Someone magnetic. Someone you remember.
That’s how NovoGlow’s Blaze is. It is a fragrance inspired by the iconic Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce. Once the scent that defined an era of shirtless mall models and dimly lit retail stores, it has made its way back into the spotlight. However, this time it has been reimagined with better value, cleaner ingredients, and the same addictive energy.
But here’s something to give a thought to :what if fictional characters had signature colognes?
We thought it would be fun (and honestly, scarily accurate) to imagine which iconic pop culture men would make Blaze their go-to scent. You know them. You loved them (or crushed on them). And they’d 100% wear this fragrance
1. Damon Salvatore – The Vampire Diaries
Aesthetic: Leather jackets, 100-year-old bourbon, sarcastic quips.
We all know that Damon didn’t just walk into a room , he owned it. There was something intoxicating about him. He was mysterious and seductive. Oh Honey! He was dangerous. And yet, completely irresistible.
Blaze channels that exact energy. It blends freshness with something darker and more grounding. It’s that one scent tht you notice when someone leans in a little too close. The kind you remember long after they’ve walked away.
Why Blaze is his scent: Damon is chaos in a tux. He’s timeless but rebellious. Blaze is crisp at first (like his charming side) and then deep, musky, and a little unpredictable. Just like him.
"He’s chaos in a bottle. And somehow… it smells really, really good."
2. Nate Archibald – Gossip Girl
Aesthetic: Perfectly tousled hair, pastel polos, trust fund baby energy.
Nate was basically the human version of the Abercrombie & Fitch store in the early 2000s. Remember those low-lit stores where you couldn’t see much but you could definitely smell Fierce from three stores away? That was Nate.
But the updated Nate? The one who grew up and left the scandals (mostly) behind? He’d pick Blaze.
Why Blaze is his scent: It’s clean, effortless, and quietly confident. The oceanic top notes mirror Nate’s calm, chill vibe. The soft woody finish speaks to his classic Upper East Side roots. It’s not trying too hard. It doesn’t need to.
"Old money never smelled so modern."
3. Conrad Fisher – The Summer I Turned Pretty
Aesthetic: Brooding stares, oversized hoodies, late-night beach walks.
Conrad doesn’t talk much, but he doesn’t have to. He’s the guy who makes you question every life choice with one silent glance. He is moody. He is confusing and magnetic.
Blaze was made for him. With its marine and citrus blend up top and a musky, earthy base, it feels like summer nostalgia bottled. Like the way saltwater lingers on skin after a swim. Like sitting in a hoodie that isn’t yours.
Why Blaze is his scent: Conrad is soft-spoken but intense. The fragrance opens up light and fresh but lingers long after exactly like those fleeting summer moments that mess with your head.
"He won’t say how he feels but you’ll remember how he smelled."
4. Percy Jackson (Grown-Up Edition) – Percy Jackson & the Olympians
Aesthetic: Sea-salted curls, wisecracks, demi-god energy.
Picture this: Percy Jackson is no longer just fighting monsters in Camp Half-Blood. He’s grown up. Still got the powers, still rocking the sarcasm, but now he’s balancing a mortal life with god-level responsibilities. And he’s got a signature scent to match.
Blaze is that scent. Fir and citrus for the sea breeze. Oakmoss and musk for the hero's journey. It’s adventurous, grounded, and heroic without being over-the-top.
Why Blaze is his scent: Percy’s not flashy, but he leaves an impression. Blaze is like him — elemental, grounded, a little wild, and totally unforgettable.
Line: "Son of Poseidon, now in an office job — but still fighting monsters (and deadlines)."
5. Augustus Waters – The Fault in Our Stars
Aesthetic: Cigarette metaphors, infinite moments, literary charm.
Augustus was the guy who made everyone swoon with just a line or two. Thoughtful, a little tragic, and deeply romantic. If he wore a cologne, it would be something classic but not mainstream. Clean but not sterile. Emotional, even.
Blaze fits him perfectly. It starts off bright and hopeful, then softens into something warmer and deeper. It lingers. It makes you think.
Why Blaze is his scent: Blaze isn’t just about smelling good. It’s about presence. Memory. Emotion. That’s Augustus in a bottle.
Line: "He said he liked metaphors. This one’s wearable."
Honorable Mentions:
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Steve Harrington (Stranger Things) — The hair, the heart, the reluctant hero. Blaze is his weekend scent.
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Hardin Scott (After) — Messy, intense, and somehow always magnetic.
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Chuck Bass (Gossip Girl) — If he was slumming it. Still made it sexy.
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Caleb Rivers (Pretty Little Liars) — The quiet tech guy with bedroom eyes? Definitely wearing Blaze.
Final Thoughts: Smell Like the Main Character
NovoGlow’s Blaze isn’t just a dupe for Fierce. It’s a throwback and a glow-up. A scent that says: “I’m here, and you’re going to remember me.”
Whether you’re channeling a vampire, a prep school prince, or a misunderstood demigod, Blaze gives you main character energy in a bottle. And at just $22, it’s the ultimate accessible luxury.
So... which fictional guy are you?
Spray responsibly.
