The Perfume Thread

[johnnytann]

Really depends on your perception doesn't it? Complex fragrances are intellectually challenging but not universally liked. We live in a society and need to fit in. The last thing I wanna be is be known as "the perfume guy".

So since some fragrances are are potentially offensive, I enjoy them in private. Not waste at all. In fact, I find it liberating.

Well said and unfortunately very true. Sucks that we live in a society where before we like something, we need to consider if the society likes it first. But then on the other hand, it also makes sense.

But for home use why not get aroma diffusers, isn't that more cost effective haha

 

[wahjohreno]

Well said and unfortunately very true. Sucks that we live in a society where before we like something, we need to consider if the society likes it first. But then on the other hand, it also makes sense.

But for home use why not get aroma diffusers, isn't that more cost effective haha

It's a different genre. Perfumes are far more complex and for personal enjoyment. Aroma diffusers (I use Lampe Berger) are more the environment.

Play with both!

 

[dyst_9]

Just blind purchased armaf ventana. Smell really great! Can’t say for sure it smell like sausage, but I like it!

2nd armaf in 2 weeks.

 

[espenlind]

Just blind purchased armaf ventana. Smell really great! Can’t say for sure it smell like sausage, but I like it!

2nd armaf in 2 weeks.

Haha the auto correct

Sausage

 

[ferocity]

Just blind purchased armaf ventana. Smell really great! Can’t say for sure it smell like sausage, but I like it!

2nd armaf in 2 weeks.

Have both the Sauvage and Ventana. I feel Ventana's opening and dry down has the Sauvage vibes but overall Ventana is missing the very distinct pepper and ambroxan notes of the Sauvage. Ventana, like most of the other armafs, has terrible longevity though. Can barely eke out 3 hours on my skin.

On the other hand, i managed to snag a good deal online for the Armaf Sillage. Even cheaper than mustafa price. Boy....i get why all the hype and plaudits the Sillage is garnering and why some are even saying its better than the original Creed SMW. Sillage's performance and longevity is even pretty decent to boot. I think the Sillage is a very safe blind buy for the price as there is nothing offensive with the smell (and the price).

 

[dyst_9]

oops! silly auto correct.

ventana seems to perform quite ok in terms of longevity for me. I been contemplating sillage previously and it looks like I just been poisoned again

 

[Rong626]

I bought Polo Blue EDP from fragrancex a few months back and from my first whiff, it never smelled right. Today, I learned that you can check the batch codes. From the website, it stated 2017-03. Is mine expired?

Also, looking to get dior sauvage. Had a smell of it recently and really liked it. Any place to get it at a good price?

 

[Joe Maya]

Planning to get the following in order.



1. PDM Layton

2. Chanel Sycomore

3. Nishane Ani or FM Musk Ravaguer ( haven't decide )

4. YSL Y EDP

5. YSL L'homme De Nuit

 

[Ole Gunner]

Maison Margiela Jazz Club vs At the Barber's

any opinions?

 

[Ole Gunner]

bump this thread...

how does jazz club hold up in warm + humid weather?

 

[SmallKuKuBird]

Penhaligon for men good?

 

[Ole Gunner]

Penhaligon for men good?

i use their deodorants last time, when studying in UK. i heard their perfumes generally quite good, but you have to be more specific on which one. also dunno how it performs in singapore's weather

 

[samsocute]

Penhaligon for men good?

i own LORD GEORGE and RADCLIFF..

overall not bad, occasionally receive compliment but the longevity is not good.

 

[Hungry kid]

i own LORD GEORGE and RADCLIFF..

overall not bad, occasionally receive compliment but the longevity is not good.

Yup, Lord George is good. I think Endymion is not bad too but does not last that long. Another one which goes well with office i guess would be Sartorial. Miss those time where they had their yearly sales... have not seen them going on sales last year.

 

[Joe Maya]

Penhaligon for men good?

Very high quality stuff.
Can tell the difference.

Yup, Lord George is good. I think Endymion is not bad too but does not last that long. Another one which goes well with office i guess would be Sartorial. Miss those time where they had their yearly sales... have not seen them going on sales last year.

They sometime have a mini sale depending on the outlet.
Can try calling their outlet if there are any discount on the perfume you wanted.

 

[Hungry kid]

Very high quality stuff.
Can tell the difference.





They sometime have a mini sale depending on the outlet.
Can try calling their outlet if there are any discount on the perfume you wanted.

Thanks for the info. Will try my luck. Miss the time when they have those unboxed specials...

 

[fightin]

Recently got this brand 'Maison Margiela REPLICA' by the fireplace. Love the smell very on the dot description.

 

[Ole Gunner]

Recently got this brand 'Maison Margiela REPLICA' by the fireplace. Love the smell very on the dot description.

where you buy and how much?

i very tempted to blind buy Jazz Club

 

[Ole Gunner]

Paco rabanne one million - worth?

 

[Joe Maya]

where you buy and how much?

i very tempted to blind buy Jazz Club

You can never go wrong with it.

Saw many ppl selling it at Carouhell.
Make sure is a reputable seller...