IMHO, whether aftershaves and perfumes work scent-wise depends a lot on the person wearing it. Something that smells attractive when person A wears it, might smell awful on person B. I thinks it has a lot to do with skin and body chemistry.
That said, I personally use Plisson shaving soap, which smells mild and fresh.
Shaving soap PLISSON (Refill) 10.20 Euros - Plisson for Shaving
For aftershave I use "212 for men" from Carolina Herrera. They have a balm that 's great for my skin, and the smell is very contemporary. They also have regular alcohol based A/S with the same scent.
Great thread, had a few good laughs,
best regards,
Bart.