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    Jovan White Musk for Men by Jovan

    A much fresher and fruitier version of Jovan's Original Musk for Men.
    I enjoy this and I do get the fruity 'Peach' type note others have mentioned.
    Although others around me think it smells a bit feminine I would definitely classify this as a unisex fragrance.
    Jovan White Musk for Men is well made with decent longevity at an incredibly affordable price. Very Nice!

    27th January, 2012.

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    Reaction for Men by Kenneth Cole

    Hmmmm.
    Tried and Tried again.
    Love the opening. Fresh apples and melons... yummm.
    Hate the finish. Synthetic chemical residue...yuck.
    Like a hyped up film everyone is talking about with a bad ending.
    The first half hour is great but then I want my money back.
    That was my reaction.

    17th January, 2012.

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    Ulysse by Vicky Tiel

    After reading the negative reviews of Ulysse I hesitated purchasing this blindly.

    Since it is quite reasonable in price I went ahead and bought this. (EDT version).
    I am glad I did.
    This is a very nice fragrance. At a most reasonable price.

    The bottle is very attractive. The fragrance is fresh and unusual in the opening (which I prefer). The citrus and light florals dominate but later this transforms to a light and clean spice wearing very close on my skin.

    Although I wish it had a bit more longevity, I think Ulysse deserves a sampling.

    7th January, 2012.

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    Fahrenheit by Christian Dior

    This is an unusual fragrance.
    Initially, I hated it. Very heavy and nose irritating chemical blast that will knock you over if you are not prepared. Almost reminded me of acetone or nail polish.
    However, hours later this transforms into a very rich and pleasant fragrance.
    I have to state that Fahrenheit is the one EDT in my collection that actually smells better the next day.
    Unfortunately, it takes way too long on my skin to become the wonderful fragrance that it is.
    Still a thumbs up for it's unique ability to go from a screaming monster to a Saint within a few hours.

    8th November, 2011.

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    TBA by True Religion

    Very surprised by this one.
    Initially , at first spray,True Religion smelled like so many other "fresh" fragrances on the market.
    After about an hour, the drydown was very refreshing-nothing like the top notes and very distinct IMO.
    I can still smell this the following morning and it still smells fresh.
    Deserves a try but please don't judge by the top notes. It is more complex and the drydown is enjoyable.

    2nd October, 2011. (Last Edited: 8th November, 2011.)

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    Noir by Christian Lacroix

    I am not certain if I initially had a bad bottle of this but the first bottle I purchased I disliked very much. Way too spicey and peppery. Ugh.
    Gave the bottle away.
    Now, I received another bottle as a gift.
    This time around it appears richer and less intense.
    There's a nice deep root beer like quality so I'll reserve this for Autmn and Winter but it has definite character and quality.
    It appears both Masculine and formal.
    Thumbs up.

    29th September, 2011.

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    Acqua di Giò pour Homme by Giorgio Armani

    Simply one of the very best Aquatics out there.
    There is Good reason that this has been so popular for so many years.
    Classic, fresh and masculine. Great for warm weather but works all year long for me.
    Complements abound when I wear this. Armani may be a great commercial promoter with his fragrances, but I must say that most of his fragrances do live up to their commercial success. These are not fly by night scents...they are classic and most will stand the test of time. Well done.

    9th September, 2011.

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    Casual Friday by Escada

    For me, Casual Friday is the most wearable and pleasant of the anise-type fragrances.
    In comparison:
    Lolita Lempicka has a mysterious synthetic note that annoys me even though I enjoy the fragrance.

    Body Kouros, on my skin, becomes cloying after a bit. it has great lasting power when I wish it didn't.

    Casual Friday is enjoyable start to finish.

    A pity this is discontinued and Casual Friday commands a huge price when you can find it.
    Perhaps just a bit ahead of it's time.
    Escada would be wise to bring this back to the market.
    Escada...are you listening???

    5th August, 2011.

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    Daddy Yankee by Daddy Yankee

    Thank Heaven for Basenotes.
    I would have passed Daddy Yankee up as just another Pop star fragrance until I read the reviews and purchased a bottle.

    What I don't see mentioned here is an anise-like accord with the initial spray. May just be my nose but I get a nice licorice note that smells wonderful.
    Refreshing fruits and a nice drydown that smells like fresh woods.
    Decent longevity too.
    This is not a cheap smelling frag but a well made scent at a great price.
    I like it very much.

    27th July, 2011.

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    Armani Eau Pour Homme by Giorgio Armani

    Excellent!
    A True Classic and Masculine scent on the lines of Aramis Tuscany but lighter.
    Everything about this is classic including the bottle.
    I actually have 2 bottles of this...One marked 80% and another marked 89%.
    Let me say that the 80% volume has greater depth and longevity.
    I use the 89% for casual wear and keep the 80% for more formal times.
    This will always be a favorite of mine.

    27th July, 2011.

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    Infusion d'Homme by Prada

    A Most Wonderful Clean Fragrance with Decent Longevity.
    In some similarities, a lighter,fresher version of Ocean Rain by Mario Valentino.
    Thumbs up for this wonderful creation!

    14th July, 2011.

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    Fuel For Life pour Homme by Diesel

    Recipe:
    Take sticks of black licorice and a handfull of raspberries.
    Marinate overnight in a pint of Petrol.
    This is Diesel's Fuel for Life.
    If this is your idea of what a fragrance should smell like, well...okay then.

    I think Diesel was confused when naming this one as this should be "Only The Brave".
    Initial burst was nice but then the nightmarish journey began.
    PU.

    16th May, 2011.

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    cK one Summer 2006 by Calvin Klein

    I find a good portion of Calvin Klein's frags of the last 20 years unwearable.

    Eternity gives me a headache and the original CK1 has a cloying synthetic note that bothers the heck out of me. I gave my bottle away.
    The original Calvin is still my favorite for a more formal scent.

    But, this Summer version of CK 1 is excellent.
    It smells like Summer and that's nice.

    To my nose I get melon and clean skin throughout.
    Perfect for warm weather.
    Finally, a Calvin Klein that lives up to it's name.
    Thumbs Up!


    16th May, 2011.

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    Andy Warhol for Men by Andy Warhol

    I think this one's been overlooked too often.

    Andy Warhol is a great fragrance in a great looking bottle.
    Green, Clean and Fruity.

    It is a feel good fragrance that I find difficulty in comparing to others out there.
    It is unique to it's own and very refreshing.

    I like it.

    13rd May, 2011.

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    Calvin Klein Man by Calvin Klein

    Although similar to other scents out there, I think this is a nice choice for an everyday frag.
    To my nose, this is quite natural smelling compared to Eternity or Escape which seem to have a more synthetic character.
    Light, masculine and fresh smelling. This is one scent where I do find the mint and it is appealing.
    Nice!

    11th May, 2011.

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    Eau Sauvage by Christian Dior

    There is good reason some Frags hold up so well after 40+ years.
    Eau Sauvage is a great example of such a fragrance.

    Understated and refined, this should be a staple in every man's wardrobe.
    Even the young will eventually grow to appreciate this true gem.

    Light citrus perfectly balanced with herbal woods.

    I am in great admiration of Eau Sauvage.
    My only disappointment is that I have not discovered this classic until now.
    It was worth the wait.
    Excellent!

    30th April, 2011. (Last Edited: 2nd May, 2011.)

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    Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche

    I have to give Drakkar a thumbs up for its longevity and it's ability to transcend generations.
    It's not a favorite in my wardrobe, but it does still intrigue me from time to time for it's fresh, spicey and masculine vibe.
    Lemon is listed in the top notes but after years of wearing this, I still haven't found the lemon.
    On an interesting note, I have a new bottle and an older bottle. The older bottle smells
    much richer and finer without the annoying soapiness I find in the new bottle.

    Lomani has been compared to Drakkar and yes it is similar but not as woodsy and spicey.
    Actually I prefer Lomani for warmer weather and Drakkar for the cooler months.
    Drakkar is still as popular as it was upon it's introduction so many years ago.
    That says quite a bit about this powerhouse from Guy Laroche.

    15th April, 2011.

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    Patrick by Fragrances of Ireland

    Hmmmm.
    I've been wearing this all day and to my nose it is very,very similar to Kouros in the drydown. But lighter than Kouros...
    In fact , O'Kouros would be more apt since the peat moss is evident also.
    The citrus mentioned is short lived as the hay, peatmoss and civet take over.
    Very nice, very masculine.
    Patrick...have you met your Greek brother Kouros?

    8th April, 2011.

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    Set Sail South Seas for Men by Tommy Bahama

    Another "Feel Good" frag from Tommy Bahama.
    I have to state that almost every one of Bahama fragrances are a mood lifter-this being no exception.
    Sparkling Fruits and Rum and all good things.
    Wonderful anytime of year.
    Enjoy!

    30th March, 2011.

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    Just Cavalli Man by Roberto Cavalli

    A Very Fresh, Green-Smelling Frag that has decent longevity.
    Very close to Sonia Rykiel Homme (NOT Rykiel Man) without the fiir.
    Nice, and not offensive. A bit soft at heart.
    Available at a reasonable price for a quality fragrance.

    26th March, 2011.

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    Azzaro pour Homme by Azzaro

    I remember back in the late 70's I could not appreciate this frag.
    Too over the top and strong for me back then.
    Now, after many years I find this remarkable.
    Azzaro pour Homme is a true classic in every sense.
    It's complex, rich and completely masculine.
    The Anise is done right and the drydown of leathery tobacco is wonderful.
    I am so glad I purchased this again.
    It may be just my nose but this seems to have a lot in common with Havana which is another favorite of mine.
    Introduced in 1978 and still going strong-this should brave the years ahead just as well as it has done in the past.
    Wonderful!

    18th March, 2011.

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    Perry Ellis for Men (original) by Perry Ellis

    Oh Boy.
    Another blind buy mistake.
    If only someone had mentioned a Yatagan connection I would have run away quickly.
    This, to me , has been the closest thing to Yatagan and for me, that's not a good thing.
    Very, very dirty and dry. Smokey and dirty.
    Drydown is as follows:
    More Dirt.
    More Smoke.
    Now, I wanna bath!
    I imagine this will work for many as it is undoubtedly a well-made frag but it just is not for me.

    17th March, 2011.

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    Corduroy by Zirh

    Having worn the original Zihr fragrance for years I thought I'd check this out.
    Although the original Zihr is fruity and fresh and casual this has no similarities.
    It's nice that a fragrance company makes a scent that is completely different from it's flagship frag.
    Corduroy is formal and rich.
    Initial spray reminds me of Armani Black Code but Corduroy soon comes into it's own as an elegant fragrance . Woods and Rum make nice partners in this pleasantly surprising scent.
    I find the name evoking casual affair but this IMO is more formal.
    Excellent longevity, nice silage.
    Thumbs Up!

    17th March, 2011.

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    Solo Blu by Luciano Soprani


    Solo Blu is A Very, Very Light Aquatic Similar to CK One but without the objectionable, cloying notes I find in the CK One.
    Light enough to be considered Unisex and pleasant enough for even the hottest of Summer Days.
    There's a bit of the Sea in this one.
    Longevity and silage are an issue but still a thumbs up for it's nice, clean approach as a casual fragrance.

    9th March, 2011.

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    Christmas In July by Bourjois

    I was a young boy when I bought this for my Mom for Christmas.
    She often remarked how she liked this fragrance although she couldn't find it any longer.
    Even back then, it was difficult to find. But a local fragrance store had it.
    I can remember the bottle with the green liquid .
    I recall this as sweet, green and fresh smelling. My Mom loved it and in subsequent years I would purchase this for her again.

    4th March, 2011.

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    Yacht Man Escencia by Myrurgia

    This is actually a review for Yacht Man Red. I have not found Escencia anywhere.
    Very affordable, sweet smelling frag with little longevity and wears close to the skin.
    However, it is a nice casual fragrance in it's own.
    Yacht Man Red smells as it appears-Red.
    Like cherry candy but fresh and a little soapy. Still nice for a change and not objectionable.

    3rd March, 2011.

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    Yacht Man Blue by Myrurgia

    Yacht Man Blue is a nice fragrance especially considering it's price.
    Yes, It is very light with not a lot of longevity but it is clean and bright for everyday wear.
    Non-offensive and a slight ( lime?) citrus that wear close to the skin.
    I almost get a very faint tequila note such as in Tommy Bahama Set Sail St. Barts.
    This is a definite for days when an overpowering scent just won't do.
    Recommended.
    On a Budget?
    Highly Recommended!

    25th February, 2011.

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    Happy for Men by Clinique

    I was ready to write off Happy after the initial spray.
    Just another chemical, citrus blend or so I presumed.
    But after a few hours the orange and fresh citrus came through.
    This orange is clean and fresh, not a spicy orange.
    A nice, clean fragrance for everyday with not much sillage but with good longevity on my skin.
    A bit overpriced for what it is but still a nice fragrance.

    17th February, 2011.

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    Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme by Dolce & Gabbana

    I really like Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme.
    It's Very Fresh and very green with nice sillage and longevity.
    I am curious that I find no similarities to Aramis's Tuscany (which I wear often and is mentioned in some reviews of Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme)
    but I do find this very close to both Pino Silvestre Extreme and Jacomo's Paradox Green . There's some similar notes in both.
    I would safely say this is the rich man's Pino Extreme or Paradox Green.
    But Dolce & Gabbana pour Homme definitely has a thumbs up over Paradox Green for being a bit more complex and having much greater longevity.
    This is an enjoyable fragrance.


    14th February, 2011. (Last Edited: 17th February, 2011.)

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    Jaïpur Homme by Boucheron

    Obviously, this is a well made and beautiful fragrance.
    Strong longevity and a sweet powder of perfumey vanilla.
    However, I had to keep checking the bottle to be sure I had purchased the men's version.

    While Boucheron Pour Homme can pull off being a masculine frag
    Jaipur does not, at least for me.
    Bless those of the male gender who can pull this off.
    I sure couldn't.

    PS- I imagine that this is what Robert Prestons character (Toddy) was wearing in the Film "Victor, Victoria" when he was demonstrating to Julie Andrews character (Victoria) on how to move. "Now, when you're dancing, remember,make it broader, with tons of shoulder. Remember, you're a drag queen!"

    1st February, 2011. (Last Edited: 17th March, 2011.)

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