The Perfume Thread

[Taveren]

Absolutely nothing wrong there, u can copyright the brand, the bottle design, the packaging box. But you cannot copyright smells or ingredients used. If other people can produce the same smell with the same ingredients but charge it at a much lesser price, u can't stop them from selling it under another brand. And Imo it's a win win situation for consumers, for practical people like me I will get the clone, for those who love branded stuffs they can always buy the 'original:

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+1, I have the same sentiments.

 

[Taveren]

Sampled armaf cdni. Nose almost fell off. No thanks.

The opening is a bit harsh but when it settles it is really nice

 

[starlike]

Sampled armaf cdni. Nose almost fell off. No thanks.

wait for the drydown...

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[bbbbbw]

If it's BNIB at Tangs or any reputable, it's unlikely that the perfume/box serial number mismatch. In the odd event that you realised it's different, can always go back for a dispute.

That matching serial number for perfume and box is more relevant for buying off 2nd hand ones...

That's why I buy from tangs.
Jasina, fragrance cart and Sephora also sells Dior but they are not listed as Dior authorised retailers on Dior website.

Only the department stores are listed as the authorised retailers.
Well on carousel there are some ppl selling BNIB Dior sauvage but I doubt they will allow me to remove the plastic wrapper on the perfume box to check

 

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just buy from jasina fragrancecart all that... certified authentic fragrances. save money

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[gascon7]

Absolutely nothing wrong there, u can copyright the brand, the bottle design, the packaging box. But you cannot copyright smells or ingredients used. If other people can produce the same smell with the same ingredients but charge it at a much lesser price, u can't stop them from selling it under another brand. And Imo it's a win win situation for consumers, for practical people like me I will get the clone, for those who love branded stuffs they can always buy the 'original:

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technically and legally sure. perfumes used to be reserved for an elite group. now you got aventus which is great but now there are 4 other copycats at least. the guys who like the branded stuff appreciate the quality and they think they're getting something special for their investment. only to find its available at a cheaper rate.

and the practical people choices of choosing close enough as good enough will not encourage genuine better companies from creating masterpieces. aventus is a niche which makes it worse. the aim of products should not be to cater to every consumer. it should be to enhance the quality of living.

 

[starlike]

i disagree, majority of the normal consumers will never go for the niches fragrances in the first place. niche companies produces niche perfumes aimed at a targeted niche market. therefore it is highly unlikely that the existence of clones will affect their sales volume. in fact, i have seen examples of ppl trying out clones because there arent willing to throw in 300bucks for a niche perfume or to spend 30-50 for a decant, they bought the clone, tested it and eventually they buy the real thing.

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[Buckbrick]

If some shops can sell at half or even more off the so-called high street price, then what's the true value of the perfume? I never ever pay full carrot chop price of dept stores. I don't get clones too. Who knows what is in it. If any designer scent is 60% synthetic, then clones are 100% I bet.

 

[FrozenClay]

SOTN.

 

[gascon7]

If some shops can sell at half or even more off the so-called high street price, then what's the true value of the perfume? I never ever pay full carrot chop price of dept stores. I don't get clones too. Who knows what is in it. If any designer scent is 60% synthetic, then clones are 100% I bet.

exactly. if you look behind the scenes ( and i think those who are keen and care about quality and branding can contribute) there are only so few parent companies with main stream designers: LVMH, Kering, and one or 2 more. Who's to say they share the same supply line or not. Bear in mind they only use a select few perfumers. So imagine this and they've been doing this awhile. They know what "works" and "sells" so with a shared supply line they can bulk produce different concoctions. Then they just split: this is bvlgari, this is xxx, this is xxx so on.

Armani is shrinking his line as well. So is a tad sad that these guys hit and hope and hope consumers are naive. Same with Creed and Tom Ford. There's a new Creed Viking soon. I hope it's different enough that an Armaf cant be produced. People spend 300 in hope that they're buying something to separate themselves to a select crowd. In TF scenario, guys who buy Neroli Portofino must be kicking themselves when they smell Ferrari Bright Neroli and realise it smells the same for a sixth of the price.

 

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SOTD

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[Tucksoon]

Noob in men's perfume. Looking for something fruity, fresh and not overpowering. Not sure about budget but willing to spend around $100 - $200. Thanks!

 

[starlike]

Noob in men's perfume. Looking for something fruity, fresh and not overpowering. Not sure about budget but willing to spend around $100 - $200. Thanks!

U can check out leau dissey pour homme. It's a fragrance I enjoy, lychee yuzu and grapefruit. Fresh and not overbearing.

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[Tucksoon]

Thanks!

U can check out leau dissey pour homme. It's a fragrance I enjoy, lychee yuzu and grapefruit. Fresh and not overbearing.

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[Taveren]

Noob in men's perfume. Looking for something fruity, fresh and not overpowering. Not sure about budget but willing to spend around $100 - $200. Thanks!

I would recommend Thierry Mugler Ultra Zest, Bvlgari Aqua Amara and Terre d Hermes for fruity (orange) fresh summer scent

 

[Mystech]

Noob in men's perfume. Looking for something fruity, fresh and not overpowering. Not sure about budget but willing to spend around $100 - $200. Thanks!

Go mustafa try

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[Tucksoon]

I would recommend Thierry Mugler Ultra Zest, Bvlgari Aqua Amara and Terre d Hermes for fruity (orange) fresh summer scent

Thanks! Will shortlist them.

Go mustafa try

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Yeah. Thanks for the tip.

 

[Taveren]

Or the Hype right now is with Pineapple Vintage Classic - fresh juicy pineapple as per reviews

 

[FrozenClay]

SOTD.

 

[grizzly76]

In the context of men's fragrances, EDT is the most common strength available.

However, certain fragrances for men are starting to be available in EDP strength (e.g. Hermes - Terre d'Hermes, Chanel - Bleu de Chanel). Beyond having a higher concentration of aromatic compounds in the EDP, the olfactory pyramid may be slightly tweaked to showcase more of the base notes.

For example, Terre d'Hermes in EDT seems brighter while the EDP wears longer and the earthy, mineral-y notes are more pronounced. Personally, I've become more fond of Terre d'Hermes EDP over the EDT.

Going the other direction, some fragrances may come up with a EDC concentration, though few examples come to mind. Just found Guerlain's Mitsouko in EDC concentration, so I'm eager to find out how that compares to the EDT

Normally do you guys get EDT or EDP version of a fragrance?