Nice pongs and gorgeous whiffs. The Aftershave thread!
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Both CK One and Polo Sport are Citrus based, if you want another one like that then Terre D'Hermes as above is a good shout. I have the EDP but apparently the EDT is the quintessential TD'H. Go smell it before you buy.
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I bought some Kenzo for men, i didn't like it much t first when I tested it at first, but after an hour or so I kept getting little smells of it and once it's settled into your skin it's really good! So I went back and bought it.
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I got the EDP version recently, wanted a spin on a typical blue fragrance for summer. Lasts forever.
Also completed my Encre Noire cheapy trilogy adding the flankers to the original.
Also completed my Encre Noire cheapy trilogy adding the flankers to the original.
Consigliere
Picked up the new Valentino Born in Roma, launched a couple of months ago:
www.thefragranceshop.co.uk
Trying to grow my collection of....3.
Born in Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum Intense 50ml
Buy Born in Roma Uomo Eau de Parfum Intense 50ml at The Fragrance Shop. Next day delivery and free click and collect available.
www.thefragranceshop.co.uk
Trying to grow my collection of....3.
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Also, is anyone else 'brand picky' or is this just me being very odd?
Soldato
I buy what I like, but there are some brands which I’ll try first if I’m looking for a new aftershave, usually because their other products last a while.
No. Brand loyalty is a thing! Some brands do it better than others. My favorite brands are nishane, kenzo, and Dior
Wearing Kenzo Homme EDP today, god this stuff if amazing. Reminds me of the beach.
Consigliere
@Mobius 1 / @MrRockliffe - Just as you replied recently, what websites do you use to research?
I want to find one that lists the release dates so I can see what's new.
I want to find one that lists the release dates so I can see what's new.
Soldato
I’m definitely not the right person to ask
I have a look whenever I fancy getting some new stuff, and then just visit different stores until I find one I like.
Recently discovered Prada Luna Rossa Ocean, which is fresh but has a very sophisticated smell to it. An excellent every day smell.
Then you’ve got Loewe (pronounced loh-eh-veh), who do some incredible stuff.
Solo is a great range, and the Cedro version is my favourite of the bunch. Musky, woody and super intense. I always get compliments on it.
Fragrance is, of course, dependent on your own skin smell too.
A good trick I learned is to moisturise your skin first with an unscented, thick moisturiser, about 15-30 minutes before applying aftershave. I use CeraVe for this job.
Helps the aftershave soak into your skin better and retains the scent for longer.
Consigliere
Thanks!
Yeah I may try a look at Prada again, try a few more of theirs.
Yeah I may try a look at Prada again, try a few more of theirs.
Fragrantica can give an insight to reviews and such. Also basenotes is a good resource. Esp the forums !
Soldato
Got a copy of Tom Ford lost cherry from Jubilee scents really like this.
My bottle of Creed Aventus is nearly empty and I can't justify spending £300 on 100ml of this at the moment, so I had a look around for an alternative despite being aprehensive about how good they are. In the end I went for armaf club de nuit intense limited edition. I have just tried it on for the first time and am pleasently surpised as to how close to Aventus it is!
Coincidentally I took delivery of Club De Nuit Milestone yesterday. It's a half decent clone of Millesime Imperial. I say half decent, it's not bad really. It just lacks a little something when compared to Creed.
However 105mls costs £33 delivered, so I can't complain too much.
However 105mls costs £33 delivered, so I can't complain too much.
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I received a boots voucher for my birthday last month so decided to have a look at some fragrances despite the fact I've got a bucket load of bottles in my cupboard. Opted for the montblanc explorer in the black bottle.
No doubt I'll have that on the weekly rotation with my other fragrances.
No doubt I'll have that on the weekly rotation with my other fragrances.
Its Aventus-esque so I doubt you will be disappointed.
Soldato
I've not tried aventus but it was a pleasant wear today. Good longevity as well. Need to see how it lasts into the evening.