Fragrance Reviews by teflondog

The name says it all. It has distinct vanilla and coconut notes. It reminds me of a one of those exotic umbrella drinks you would sip while vacationing in the Bahamas. It has sillage gallore and lasts really long. Although it's a bit too feminine for me, I really like it and wish I could pull it off. This is what Creed's Virgin Island Water strives to be IMO.

This has slowly become my favorite Serge Lutens scent. Douce Amere is sweet but it's not overly done like the other scents of the house. This one can actually be worn casually from day to day. The sweetness is counter balanced with the bitterness of the woody notes. While the sweet part is really smooth, the woodiness adds a bit of grit like a raw piece of bark. As others have mentioned, if you like Lolita Lempicka then this one's definitely worth a try.

This is a potentially good scent if it weren't for its poor longevity on me. Not many fresh scents are based on orange; Little Italy being one. But unlike Little Italy, Happy doesn't smell like a freshly peeled orange. It actually smells like orange candy to me. I can also see why others compare it to orange soda. It's more of an orange flavor than a real fruit. I'd recommend it for those days when you don't feel like wearing any fragrance since it's so fleeting.

The sales lady at Nordstrom insisted that I try this when I bought my bottle of Gendarme EDP. She said that it was her favorite clean scent. While it wasn't bad, there was nothing special about it to leave an impression on me. All I can remember was that it was fresh and slightly sweet. While JaimeB says that this is EDP strength in his review, it didn't last very long on my skin.

If I had never smelled the original A*men then I would have given this a thumbs up, but this was a disappointment to me the same way Fleur de Male was: the topnotes are new and exciting, but the drydown smells exactly like the original. Pure Coffee starts off smelling just like the name implies. It's like walking into a Starbuck's and smelling all the brewing coffee. Unfortunately once the topnotes die off you're left with an exact clone of A*men, which isn't a bad thing but it makes owning both scents redundant.

For those of you who are looking for an alternative to Dzing, this is it. It has the same gourmand/leathery nature with a little more spice. I didn't think that this could live up to the original Gucci Pour Homme but I actually like this one even better. It's one of the few recent releases that I would consider buying.

One of the best scents for romantic occassions. To me this scent speaks candlelit dinners, ballroom dancing, walks on the beach, and star gazing. It's a bit formal and it would seem out of place wearing it to a baseball game wearing jeans and a t-shirt.

I'm not giving this a thumbs down because of poor construction or because it's a Creed. I'm giving it a thumbs down for the simple fact that I don't like this scent. To my nose it smells too "perfumey". It's also strong but not in a good way. I can imagine how overapplying this would quickly turn you into "the cologne guy". What I mostly get from this scent is wood that isn't balanced out by other notes. I'm sure there are other notes but the aldehydes and wood overpower everything else that my nose can decipher. But if you like old school scents then you might want to give this a try.

MI smells aquatic without smelling like all the other scents you see at the department store counter (*update: it does now compared with Sean John's Unforgivable). It has a nice marine accord and I also smell watermelon even though it's not listed as a note. The drydown has the typical Creed house note along with a musky base. The only downside to this scent is that it doesn't last long for me. A couple hours and then it's gone. It's also a little too subtle for my tastes and doesn't project the sillage that I like in a frag. With that aside, this is a very sophisticated scent and is very versatile. It would be really awesome if Creed made an Extreme version for this.

I agree with the others in that Virgin Island Water is a very basic scent: coconut, pineapple, and sugar. It also reminds me of a coconut scented suntan lotion during the drydown, albeit way sweeter than any lotion could be. It's not bad but if I were looking for a scent like this, then I would opt of L'artisan Ananaz Fizz or CSP Vanille Coco before I bought a bottle of the Creed. I find those to be more groundbreaking rather than just on par with other tropical scents. However, Virgin Island Water does earn points for good sillage and longevity.

A creamy sandalwood that surprised me. I was expecting a sickening sweet scent but instead was greeted by a rather fresh opening. It is sweet but not it's not the sugar bomb that others lead you to believe it is. I wore this in warm weather and it remarkably did not get cloying. It starts off slightly sweet and fresh with subtle spicy notes, then eventually dries down to a bittersweet sandalwood drydown with a creamy tonka base. I rarely give a Creed a positive rating so there has got to be something special/different about this scent.

I would have given this a neutral rating but the poor longevity and lack of development in Erolfa inspired my decision for a thumbs down. It starts off like a stripped down version of MI and SMW. The marine note that those two have in common is basically what Erolfa is all about. Just a basic citrus, ozonic opening that quickly dries down to the ambergris drydown that Creed is known for. But unlike the other Creeds, all I can detect in Erolfa's drydown is ambergris. It's very uninpiring to say the least. Of course I'm sure many others would disagree with my assessment.

It's a nice gourmand scent, but it really isn't too different from all the rest aside from the mint and grapefruit peel in the topnotes. I think the green notes in the beginning clash with the sweetness, but they fade during the drydown so it's not too much of a problem for me. A lot of people are impressed with the bottle but personally I think it's a rip off of Azzaro Visit. I considered buying this when it first came out, but then I thought that it would just be a duplicate purchase of Rochas Man. They are both very similar in the drydown IMO. But you if you don't own a gourmand scent and you're looking for a versatile chocolate fragrance, this would be a good choice.

While I haven't completely changed my mind about this scent, I must give it more credit than I did in my previous review. It has more going for it than I originally thought. While I initially only detected bergamot, I've come to the realization that this has a pleasant lemon grass note along the same lines as Eau Sauvage. While I still wouldn't drop the cash to buy this scent, I would definitely wear it in the spring and summer months if it were cheaper.

This is the king of sport scents. It has a soapy freshness that is unlike any of the other fresh scents I own. Even though it's a light sport fragrance, I find it very suitable for evening wear. The dew notes really add character. While Acqua Di Gio is perfect for a sunny day at the beach, this one is my first pick for a summer NIGHT on the beach. You really have to go sample this one if you're looking for a fresh clean scent. Sillage and longevity also get my salute.

This is one of my favorite leather scents by far, even topping Cuiron. In fact, it's actually in my top 5 favorite scents overall. It starts off with a light citrus accord before revealing a rich blend of leather and tobacco. A very sophisticated scent that doesn't smell like leather polish or curing agents. To me, it smells more like a worn out leather coat. Rather simple yet makes its presence. It's strong, but it isn't as atomic as A*men so don't believe what others say. I'd recommend this to anybody who's searching for a leather scent that isn't 'too leathery'. I'll always have a bottle of this in my wardrobe. Two thumbs way up for Knize Ten.

A one-dimensional citrus scent that doesn't last any longer than 2 hours on me. While it doesn't smell bad, it doesn't stand out from the hundreds of other fresh scents out there. It lacks complexity and depth even for a fresh scent.

I really wanted to like this one given the rave reviews. However, to me it smells like burning sugar mixed with tamarind: a sweet-and-sour concoction. It's very syrupy/sticky in nature and I imagine it can easily be cloying in the hotter months.

I use the aftershave and it's amazing. Unlike the EDT, it lacks the eucalyptus note so it doesn't smell medicinal at all. It goes straight to the sandalwood heart notes. I find it very warm and creamy so I don't understand the other reviews. While it stays fairly close to the skin, it lasts a good 6 hours on me so I'm impressed. The only downside to it is that it's suited more for cold weather since it's so rich.

I know it's considered 'played out', but I can't help but like this scent. It starts out a little sharp and synthetic, but dries down to a very pleasant floral accord. It's slightly sweet but far from cloying (unless you bathe in it). Great for the summer and projects amazingly well. While longevity isn't too spectacular on my skin, it lasts very long on my clothes. I've been reaching for this a lot more lately as an increasing number of people inquire about it when I'm at work. It smells a lot like CK One but Chrome is stronger and has a metallic note.

Awesome scent. I seldom smell a woman's fragrance that catches my attention, but this one is great all around. Its fresh opening makes it versatile enough for daytime use, while the oriental drydown makes it perfect for evenings. I find Code for men boring and simple. Code for women is rather complex and a lot more interesting to my nose.

It starts off nice with prominent floral notes. But unfortunately it dries down to a basic powdery scent that smells like a stripped down version of Le Male IMO. As a fan of JPG, I hate to say that I was disappointed in this one.

To me it's like the offspring of Daim Blond and Knize Ten. Sweet and fruity topnotes, which retreat into the background as the scent develops into a smooth leathery accord. Unlike Knize Ten, the leather note in REL is fresher like it was just cured and polished. It stays bright and never heads in the aged, pungent direction that Knize Ten goes to. It's great if you like fresh leather scents that aren't too rugged or macho.

Despite what others have stated, I don't find it that similar to Millesime Imperial at all. If Unforgivable is a rip-off, then I think it's more of a copy of Bond No. 9's Wall Street (I almost bought a bottle of Wall Street until I smelled this). It has the same cucumber note along with that good old sweet aquatic ozone freshness that exists in many scents today. I don't detect any watermelon in it as I do in Millesime Imperial. Sure, Unforgivable doesn't stand out nor does it last long on me. But I still enjoy wearing this as I find it a good casual and carefree scent. While I wouldn't give it a thumbs up for creativity, I do have to give it credit for being a pleasing scent.

I agree with many of the previous reviewers. Voleur de Roses isn't really about roses at all. It's more about the dirt and wilting leaves surrounding the roses. The plum adds more depth and dampness to the patchouli note and rounds out its earthiness with a ripe sweetness. It's a very simple scent yet at the same time I find it very beautiful and unique. It's perfect for a rainy day and gloomy weather.

I find it practically unwearable with its bittersweet nature, but I also find it extremely addicting. I can't stop sniffing my wrist when I have this on. I gave in and bought the twin 40ml bottles because I love smelling it often, especially at night. The best way for me to describe it is 'sweet body heat'. A very sensual scent that smells dirty and sexy. Of course I do agree with the grape bubblegum note that is often mentioned, but it's not noticeable unless you really think about it. While it's not a sillage monster like Le Male, it lingers well into the next day with an amberry, musky drydown.

This was a big disappointment for me. I really wanted to like this one based on its praise and popularity here, but something about it just didn't click with me. It reminded me of A*men's drydown but with a citrus accord replacing the chocolate. I'm not very fond of prominent citrus notes (especially orange) blended in Oriental scents ala Hanae Mori and John Varvatos. Not only did I find Musc Ravageur disappointing, but I had to wash it off because the lingering citrus note annoyed the heck out of me.

I guess I'm the only one who finds this to be a rather clean scent. Despite the name, I find it rather bright and sparkling. It's like champagne with subtle spicy undertones. There's also a metallic accord in Noir Epices that reminds me of dry cleaning. I prefer it to Musc Ravageur but not something I would wear often.

Just like LiveJazz, I have to do an update review on this one. Initially I thought of it as a great scent. But after wearing it more times, I've come to the realization that this has too much nutmeg and incense. Of all of the scents I own, this is the only one that my nose gets tired of at the end of the day. Despite what others say, I find it extremely linear, which probably contributes to my weariness of it. It also doesn't quit regardless of how much I try to scrub it off. I prefer woody scents to be dry and smooth such as Gucci PH. I find this one too smoldering and rough. It's like a burning log in the fireplace.

While this is a decent scent, it just doesn't do anything for me. It's fresh, citrussy, slightly sweet, and smokey...blah. I also consider it very linear with minimal evolution, although the sweetness does give way to a bit of spice. If I wanted to wear this type of scent, I'd stick with Terre d'Hermes, which I find much more complex and interesting. Anvers doesn't smell bad, but it doesn't stand out IMO. But to its credit, it has excellent longevity.

I have to change my opinion from the previous review I wrote about this scent. I've grown to appreciate the funky qualities of Dali. While I initially found it dark, smokey, and brooding; I now consider it a nice woody scent accented with floral notes and liquorice. It still seems "dark" and I haven't changed my mind in that sense. But it isn't something that I find horribly strange anymore. I'd recommend it to people who want a break from the ordinary. Besides, if you're a lover of macho scents from the 80's then this would be a walk in the park for you.

I love Arabie. It smacks everybody in the face and announces your presence. It's one of the more original scents from SL IMO. Even though I didn't like it at first, I quickly grew fond of its unique qualities. Fruity, sweet, and spicy: it's my new fall scent for the holidays!

I agree with purplebird's review below. It's a decent scent but I find it underwhelming. Unlike all the other Lutens I've tried, this one doesn't leave a lasting impression IMO. For me, it lacks sillage and longevity. In fact, once the fruity topnotes fade I can barely detect it at all. It's too bad that it doesn't last long enough on my skin for me to experience the leather drydown (even Dzing! lasts longer than this). For the price, I was expecting a funky leather scent that would stand out from others in the same category. I guess I'll still wear it on days when I don't feel like wearing any scent at all. However, I won't replace my bottle when it's finished.

At last! A Villoresi scent that I actually like. And I like this one a lot! I really don't consider it a true musk scent since the scent doesn't evolve around that one note at all. I consider this more of a floral oriental scent with a powdery drydown. To me, it's a borderline feminine scent in the same vein as SL Datura Noir but it's so good that I can't resist it. I have a hard time pinning down the notes since it's masterfully blended. It's just one of those scents that smell great. I must have a bottle of this wonderful juice now!

Probably my favorite sandalwood fragrance thus far, although I haven't tried them all. While I find Tam Dao "damp" and "wet", Santal Noble is more dry and powdery. I would almost consider it a gourmand for it has something in it that reminds me of raw floury bread dough. I find it a bit similar to L'artisan Bois Farine but it doesn't have the peanut butter accord and it's not nearly as sweet.

I agree with the previous reviews that this scent is hardly about pepper at all. It starts off smelling like sharp menthol, similar to Vicks vapor rub. Then it quickly evolves into an herbal accord right before it becomes hardly detectable on my skin. There's also something in the basenotes that smells like powdery rubber to me. It reminds me of the rubbery smell of bicycle tires (Not the outer tire shell itself, but the rubber tubing that goes inside of it).

I was quite surprised and a bit disappointed when I first tried this. I was expecting more of a gourmand coffee scent like New Haarlem. Instead, I quickly realized that this is a very dry coffee scent without much (if any) sweetness at all. The topnotes smell like freshly ground coffee beans and smoke. There is definitely no sugar or cream in this coffee scent. It later evolves to spices and woody notes while still hanging on to some of the coffee accord, though the coffee now remains in the background. It's a decent scent, but I think it would have been much better if some vanilla or tonka was incorporated into the scent. I was looking for a superior coffee scent to New Haarlem, but it turns out that New Haarlem is still the king for me.

I was quite disappointed when trying this one. I was expecting something to blow my socks off, but instead I was left there with a neutral impression. I don't understand how this scent can be "Black" by any means. It's rather clean and bright. There was something striking familiar to me when I first tested it. Ah, yes! Now I remember. This smells like a darker version of C&S No 88. It has the same citrus/bergamot opening blended with a rose note. The only difference is that this has oud, which contributes to making it smell more like cleaning solvent IMO. Sure, I can see how some people would like this. But to me it quickly conjures up memories of cleaning the kitchen floor tiles with Pine Sol. No offense to fans of Black Aoud, but I personally wouldn't buy this even if it were 3x cheaper.

All the rumors are true. The topnotes do in fact smell like a mechanic's garage. It starts off smelling like motor oil; the dirty kind you smell when you do an oil change. Although I initially thought it was a one trick pony, it did evolve to something more wearable. After the first five minutes, the topnotes completely disappear and what you're left with is a pleasant synthetic leather scent. It's not classic leather/suede such as Dzing, Knize Ten, or Cuiron. Instead it's like a leather couch that's been treated with many chemicals to give it that "new leather smell". I truly believe that anybody can wear this out in public. It's not offensive at all IMO and more of a skin scent. While I really like Nostalgia after the top notes burn off, it becomes too light and fails in the sillage/longevity department. If the middle and base notes were stronger, I would definitely buy a bottle.

As others have mentioned, Gomma is quite similar to Knize Ten. In fact, to me this is a dead ringer for Knize Ten! There are a few differences although not much IMO. Gomma skips the citrus topnotes of Knize Ten and immediately introduces its leather/tobacco accord rather quickly. For this reason, Gomma is not as complex and a bit more linear. It's also much lighter with inferior sillage and longevity than Knize Ten. Gomma is a really nice scent, but I like my frags potent so I'll stick with Knize Ten since it's basically an EDP version of Gomma.

I ordered this blind and I'm so glad I did!!! This is my favorite SL scent that I've sniffed so far. I get rich honey sitting on top of gorgeous woods. It's like sweet antique furniture. This is everything that Miel de Bois should have been IMO.

Quite possibly the sexiest Oriental scent for the evening. Similar to Opium Pour Homme but without the medicinal qualities. Jaipur Homme is one of the smoothest scents of its category. Definitely a must have for the true fan of Oriental scents.

As others have already stated, this is the epitome of 'clean'. It's along the same lines as Odeur 53 in that it doesn't smell like you're wearing fragrance at all. It just smells like having really clean skin as if you just got out of the shower. I do detect the leather note in the drydown, although it's very faint. The only downside to this is that it doesn't last that long on me. But I give it a thumbs up for being very refreshing for the summer or for those days when I just don't feel like wearing any scent.

Powdery and sweet, but not cloying. This takes all the elements that I like from M7 and leaves out the ones that I dislike. To me it smells like the drydown of M7 but without the bitter agarwood.

It's a very dry and slightly sweet fragrance. The hay and dry ambery notes are the most apparent to me. I also get a smokey wood note. To me it smells like roasting marshmallows by a camp fire. It's a bit on the feminine side but can be pulled off by a man with no problem at all. It's simply BEAUTIFUL. Nicely balanced and excellent longevity. But it's not an everyday scent for me and I would save it for special occassions. I personally wear it on my wrist to bed as a comfort scent.

This stuff is awesome! It starts off with an abstract petrol note. It doesn't really smell like petrol to me unless I think about it. It does have an "oily" quality to it though. By oily I mean that it is very slick and very smooth. It's like wearing a skin-tight rubber outfit. It has a faint sweetness from the pineapple note that develops into a soft, powdery, smokey, suede note. This scent is mysterious, dark, and sexy. It was love at first sniff for me.

The pyramid doesn't list it, but I get a clean lavender note. I also get a very soapy quality. It reminds me of clean skin after taking a bath with flower petals. It's a nice inoffensive scent. It's nice, but not extraordinary. It just didn't have any "wow" factor when I sampled it at the store.

I found this surprisingly light for a Bond scent. It stays very close to the skin. Although the pyramid doesn't list it, I detect an apparent honey note. In fact, after sampling this a few times, it struck me as a light version of Mechant Loup (as if Mechant Loup wasn't light enough). Needless to say, I wouldn't buy this scent.

It's a nice floral scent but nothing spectacular. It's very similar to Laila by Geir Ness, but I find Laila more balanced and "cleaner". This is a pleasant scent, but there are many better ones out there.

This smells like a freshly peeled orange, nothing else. I don't detect any jasmine note or "sheer musk" in the drydown. I found it to be very linear from the top to bottom. It starts off smelling like oranges and dries down to oranges. Don't get me wrong; I like oranges, but I wouldn't pay $100 to smell like them. No offense to those who like this scent, but I think that rubbing yourself with orange peels would have the same effect as spraying yourself with this fragrance.

This is strikingly similar to Creed's Greed Irish Tweed. The only difference is that this lacks the "house note" that Creed is known for. If I had to choose between the two, I would go for Chez Bond over GIT due to superior sillage and longevity. However, the price tag is not justified. If you're on a budget then just get the GIT. I'm sure that people around you wouldn't know the difference between the two.

I've been wearing this more lately and my perception of it has totally changed. For some odd reason, I don't get the fur note anymore. It now smells nutty with a generous amount of honey. In fact, it might be too sweet for some people. The drydown has a similar note that I also find in Timbuktu, but I can't put my finger on it. The only downside is longevity. Unfortunately it doesn't last as long as my other L'artisans such as Dzing and Bois Farine. It also stays very close to the skin.

The only part that I like about this scent is the drydown right before it fades away. Everything else doesn't sit well with me. It starts off with a mess of notes and takes quite a while before everything falls into place. It opens up smelling very synthetic and chemically harsh. Later it begins to smell similar to a flat rootbeer float. Finally, the drydown is a soft amber sitting on top of agarwood (which smells like sandalwood to my nose). This part smells excellent but takes a long time before reaching this stage. In terms of longevity and sillage, it excels.

A fresh clean scent. It's along the same lines as Chrome, but this is a bit more subtle. Usually when a scent is labeled as unisex, people tend to believe that it smells rather feminine. That is not the case with this one IMO. The citrus notes don't last that long, but the musky drydown seems to linger for a good while. You really can't go wrong with this one if you want a basic clean scent. However, it's a bit one-dimensional and linear so you're not going to be drawn in by its complexity or development.

Yet another incredible scent from L'artisan. It starts out smelling nutty. Not the actual nut, but the outer shell of the nut. Perhaps a peanut shell? Then it develops into a sweet powdery flour note with hints of sweet wood. I agree that this smells like bread dough, but it's much more than that. To me it conjures up memories of baking bread and pastries during the holidays. If you've ever walked into a bakery shop, this will instantly remind you of its aromas. As for sillage and longevity, it's one of the best compared with the other L'artisan scents.

Unfortunately, this one didn't agree with me. I didn't get a straight forward tobacco note at all. On my skin it was syrupy and pungent. I guess I was looking for a more dry and smokey scent, but instead I got fresh and damp tobacco leaf. I tried washing it off with no success, so at least I'll give it credit for superb lasting power.

As a lover of oriental scents, I can honestly say that I've found my holy grail in this scent. Geir is very tempermental and can take on different characteristics depending on your method of application. However, the worst thing you could do is overspray with this one. Keep in mind that it is an EDP. If you spray on too much, it becomes very heavy and cloying. It doesn't open up or develop the way it should. In fact I would go so far as to say that it isn't even the same fragrance anymore if you overapply. With that being said, if you apply it just right (it takes some practice) it is such a heavenly scent. It's fresh, crisp, and sweet all at the same time. The description of it doesn't provide much information because not many people know what Norwegian mountain air is supposed to smell like.

Many have compared it to Allure Homme Sport. However, it lacks the sophistication, beauty, and artistic nature of Geir. Sure it may give you a broad idea of what it smells like, but that idea is very broad indeed.

It starts off very bright and fresh. It's like a basket of freshly picked leaves, grass, and dew from a secret meadow. Throw in some ripe berries, add a touch of honey, and set it out in the sun to let the warmth eminate from its aroma. Soon the brightness mellows down into a smooth, silky array of freshly picked flowers and sweet woods. These woods are never heavy or pungent. They make their presence just barely enough to build a solid foundation and tie all the notes together. The scent is masculine, yet at the same time it is so soft and graceful that you would think that only the gentle hands of a woman could make something this beautiful. If I had to take a guess at what the Garden of Eden smells like, it would be in this bottle.

It is a unique scent that won't make you blend in with the crowd. While it may be somewhat common here on Basenotes, it definitely isn't a mainstay among the general population. You won't be like everybody else with it because 1.) it isn't widely available, and 2.) an average person won't go out looking for this. The bottle and packaging is straightforward and simple. It doesn't come with a lot of bells and whistles, which is probably why a common buyer would overlook this on a shelf at Nordstroms.

As for lasting power, you won't ever have to think twice whether or not it has faded because it has extremely impressive longevity. I've received a few compliments from people 6-7 hours after applying it. In fact, it's one of those scents that actually get stronger as time passes. I do recommend you getting a decant, especially if you like scents from the oriental category. I admit that I wasn't impressed by it at first. But after subsequent wearings, all of its true facets and nuances spoke to me. I can truly say that it's my greatest scent of all time.

This to me seems like a darker and more masculine version of A*men. In fact, a guy could wear this without any problem at all. It has a heavy dose of patchouli and woods in the base that make it brooding. Just like its counterpart, it has extremely impressive sillage and longevity. While I still prefer A*men, this is still the first gourmand scent and it's a classic. It does seem to generate a lot of mixed responses. Some love it while others absolutely hate it, but at least it's never described as being boring or mediocre.

This is my favorite tea scent. It reminds me of a darker, smokier, and spicier L'eau Bleu. Whenever I go to a Chinese restaurant and order tea, I'm immediately reminded of Yang. It smells like green tea with a little honey and a touch of jam. However, its sweetness is subdued on my skin. I usually spray my shirt to retain its sweet qualities and from preventing it from turning tart and smokey during the drydown. It's a shame that it doesn't go well with my chemistry, but that doesn't stop me from wearing it!

Classy floral scent with hints of citrus and musk. The name is quite fitting. It really smells like a romantic night in Paris. For me it evokes the image of an elegant dress and a dinner ball. It would be a perfect fragrance for Cinderella. What I like is that it is suitable for any age group. It's the type of scent that I would buy for my mother as well as my girlfriend. The only downside to it is probably its lack of versatility. It strikes me as a formal scent, but then again that's not necessarily a bad thing. It's my favorite YSL frag for women next to Cinema.

Pleasant enough but not at all what I was expecting. I don't see how this could be 'black' at all. I was expecting something leathery or extremely woody, but instead I get another bright, fresh, and citrussy frag. Longevity isn't great either. I wonder if all KC scents suck in that regard. Even if you bathe in it, you won't get much mileage. What puzzles me the most is that black suede, incense smoke, musk, and ambergris are listed as notes yet I don't detect a trace of any of them.

Spicy oriental in the same vein as Opium Pour Homme. Starts off with a sharp spike but smoothens out to a nice vanilla base. I also detect anise in it even though it's not listed. I'm not too fond of rose as a note but it's nicely done with this scent. It's rather subdued while all the other notes are balanced just right. It's another must-have for a true aficionado of oriental scents. Too bad it was pulled off the shelves of major department stores.

Decent scent with green topnotes and a musky drydown. It starts off pretty strong but burns itself out rather quickly. Reminds me of one of those Axe scents that have a lifespan of 30 minutes. It does garner attention but only while it's freshly applied. Overall it's an ok scent that can be worn casually.

Not a vile scent, but I'm giving it a thumbs down because it's so expensive for an unoriginal scent. Seriously, how many renditions of Curve is Claiborne going to come out with? If I had to choose, I would stick with the original one and leave all the 'remixes' alone. This one is basically the same Curve with some added pine needle notes.

I'll be damned if this isn't a stronger version of Gucci Envy. It even lasts longer too. I don't detect any tea despite it being listed as a note. Great nonetheless. I agree with John.com in regards to its availability though. I happened to come across this by accident in my friend's bathroom cabinet. He said it was some old stuff he never uses and gave it to me on the spot. It's just another undiscovered gem that I'm happy I found.

Simple amber scent. It sort of reminds me of the drydown of Opium PH but without the spice. Unlike other frags that contain amber, this doesn't have that clay-like accord in it. It's pretty good considering the relatively low price. I believe a 100 ml bottle retails around $40. It's just too bad that it doesn't come in EDP strength because it fades rather quickly.

This is a tough one to pin down. It first struck me as a fougere but dried down to something oriental. Starts out smelling citrussy and floral, then develops into a smooth amberry caramel note. Lasting power is superb as with many Bond scents. I sprayed some on my wrist and could still smell it clearly the next morning. The tester card even held its scent for over a month.

Quite possibly the best fragrance from the CK line. This is the first oriental scent I owned and it's still just as good today as it was 5 years ago. Like the old classic scents of the 80's, this actually lasts! Along with its good longevity it also has some decent sillage. I don't know why they released Obsession Night because this is already a perfect scent to wear for a night on the town. It's sensual, heady, and perfect for a romantic evening. Sure there are better oriental scents today, but Obsession was king during its time.

It's a decent fruity scent...but then again, so is every other scent at the Macy's fragrance counter. I like it but its longevity sucks big time. Aside from Safari and the original Polo, every Ralph Lauren scent that I've tried vanishes within an hour.

Sophisticated floral chypre. When I saw this at Nordstrom's I almost overlooked it because of the tacky promotion display surrounding it. It's a classy fragrance that would go well with a nice suit, hence the businessmen posing in the ads. I think this one could easily pass as a niche fragrance. With its semi-hefty price tag, it might as well be. If you like citrus-floral scents with a woody base such as Platinum Egoiste, then this is one you should definitely try. It's even better than Platinum IMO.

I'm not too keen on 'sport' scents but this one strikes me more as a semi-oriental. It's fresh but I don't detect any aquatic notes despite what the pyramid indicates. This is more of a light amber scent with hints of floral notes IMO. Aside from the aldehydic topnotes, it's not what I would expect from the house of Chanel. But it's a good scent nonetheless. I still prefer the original Allure though.

It's a citrus scent that starts off smelling like fresh cut grass. It's actually not bad, but the ginger note gives it a sharp spike that doesn't sit well with me. It's quite apparent and clashes with the rest of the scent IMO. I think this would be so much better if the ginger was toned down a bit and if the incense was replaced with tonka and maybe just a slight hint of vetiver.

I'm one of few lucky ones that doesn't encounter the sharp and sour drydown of ADG. The drydown actually smells more like a sweet melon on me. It's a nice scent that everyone I know likes. However, my main complaint is its lack of staying power. I'm not too fond of reapplying and I have to constantly reapply this one. It starts off with a wonderful amount of sillage but then burns itself out too quickly. If this had a higher oil content, I would give it a thumbs up. But this one is literally like 'Acqua'.

I don't know whether to classify this as an oriental or gourmand. It starts out smelling like fruit punch concentrate and then later develops into a powdery cotton-candy note. This is well known for being quite potent. I gave my bottle to my friend because I hardly wear it anymore. Now I can tell when he has been in a room because the scent lingers for decades. It's not a bad scent. It's like a more forceful version of Magnetism.

The drydown is the only part of this scent that I like. There's something in the top and middle notes that reminds me of a Sharpie (permanent felt marker). I like tobacco notes, but this one comes off as smelling very synthetic and harsh. If you could endure the first hour of this, then you're left with a nice powdery drydown of vanilla sweetness. But sometimes I just don't want to wait that long.

Aside from Allure Homme Sport, this is the easiest Chanel to wear for the younger generation IMO. I know fragrances aren't limited to certain age groups, but this was the only Chanel I wore when I was a teenager. At the time it struck me as being the only Chanel frag that a young person could pull off. Keep in mind that I wasn't open to many different scents yet. It's a nice oriental that reminds me of caramel with a hint of coconut milk. I know it doesn't contain those notes but I'm always reminded of them. Yes, I know I'm weird.

I had a bottle of this when I was in the 8th grade. It was a big hit and not once did I receive a negative response. Of course at that age my peers weren't very keen on cologne. But still, even when I smell it now, I think it's pretty good given how long ago it was made. It doesn't smell dated and it's a simple clean scent. Sure it may smell synthetic, but what do you expect for the price? And for the record, I agree with the Green Irish Tweed similarity. They do have a lot in common IMO for the first five minutes. After that they head in their own direction.

Despite how much this scent disgusts me, I still wore it for a whole day thinking that my view of it would change. I'm either a very open-minded person or I'm just very masochistic. I got sick of it after the first two hours but I still endured. I agree that it smells like one of those pink urinal cakes you see in public restrooms. I don't think it smells like piss or body odor, but I also don't think it smells like honey as some claim. I get a very powdery floral note mixed with a strong chemical note similar to bleach. It lasted all day so I'll give it credit for longevity. Other than that, I can't find anything else good to say about it. Unless someone offered to pay me, I doubt I'll ever wear this again.

I'm also an exception when it comes to longevity of this fragrance. For me it lasts a long time considering how light it is. It's not very smokey or dark like other incense scents. Instead I get more of a bright 'waxy' quality accented with floral notes and sandalwood. This is a very warm fragrance and quite mellow. I find that it has quite a bit in common with Tam Dao but this one is more interesting IMO. It took me a while to appreciate this scent, but now I doubt my wardrobe will ever be without it. Like many other L'artisans, this one is an artistic masterpiece.

This is my second favorite tobacco scent after Havana. It starts off a little pungent and strong, but later develops into a semi-sweet base. I don't get much of the Creed house note during the drydown, but that's not a bad thing. This is a great scent that smells mysterious and sexy. It strikes me as a bit formal/semi-formal so I wouldn't recommend wearing this with jeans and sneakers. It would be useful for romantic occassions though. Too bad it's not available in a 125 ml bottle like the other Creeds.

I was disappointed when I first smelled this one. I was expecting a more modern version of Vintage Tabarome but what I got instead was a dry, bitter, and pungent tobacco note. It's not very versatile and my gf absolutely hates it. I save this when I just don't give a crap about what anyone thinks. It certainly takes some guts to wear it out in public, especially for a 21 yr old like myself who doesn't exude much class or sophistication. I find it suitable for poker night when I'm with the guys. Other than that, I don't find many occassions where I can wear this.

This one immediately struck me as the inverse of Czech & Speake No. 88 when I first sampled it. While 88 focuses more on rose with a secondary bergamot note, Loewe PH puts more emphasis on the bergamot and only slightly accentuates the rose note. It's a clean scent but just like 88, it's not really my cup of tea.

This isn't really a scent to impress or turn heads. I find it more relaxing and calming. It has a soft sandalwood note, which has a 'wet' feel to it. It reminds me a lot of Passage d'Enfer but without the incense note. Unlike other wood-dominated scents, it isn't dry or pungent so you wouldn't describe it as being very 'woody'. I find that it stays rather close to the skin and doesn't really have much sillage. It's more for the wearer to enjoy. All in all, I think it's the benchmark sandalwood frag.

Smells like a fruity mixed drink you would have at the beach. It's very lively and fun. It's a great scent for spring and summer. Even though it doesn't last too long, it's really refreshing. It's one of the easier scents to wear from L'artisan and I don't see how anyone could hate this.

Looking at the notes, I would expect this to have some sweetness in it. However, that is not the case. It smells really dry and woody to me, like an old tree. I suspect it's the vetiver note that makes it earthy and musty. This isn't a scent that I see myself wearing. I don't usually think scents pertain to certain age groups, but this one doesn't smell like it could be pulled off by a teenager or early 20's person.

I'll agree with the playdough statement. The top and middle notes smell strongly of playdough or some type of clay. I noticed this in many amber scents, but it's most prominent in this one. I love the drydown. It's silky smooth and sweet. It's a great winter scent and as Matt stated earlier, it's perfect for cold nights in front of the fireplace. This is the longest lasting L'artisan I've tried so far.

It's very grassy indeed, but I find it less inspiring compared to the other L'artisans. It's a nice clean scent, but it doesn't really conjure up any memories or emotions. For a niche fragrance, it doesn't really stand out from all the designer scents if you ask me. It's nice, but not unique IMO.

I've never been to the circus so I don't know how well this emulates that environment, but I do know that this is the most creative scent I own. It's rather abstract and takes some time to understand it. It starts off very 'dirty' and animalic with strong hay and leather notes. The drydown is the best part for me as the leather softens up and gives way to a very soft vanilla-like sweetness. This is a scent that I wear for myself because I'm not sure how others would feel about it. I find it hard not to appreciate its artistic qualities.

It was a lot different from what I was expecting. I find vanilla to be more of a secondary note while floral notes take front stage. It's not a vanilla bomb, but it could still get cloying if overdone. My gf described it as smelling like banana 'Now-And-Later' candy. She wasn't too far fetched either because it does smell a bit like banana-flavored candy during the first fifteeen minutes. This is a different take on vanilla and I find it very unique. One of the longer lasting L'artisans as well.

I was predisposed to hating this, given it's marketed by Jennifer Lopez. But I forced myself to look past that when I smelled it at Sephora. It's basically a clean and soapy scent with a soft rose note. It's not a bad scent and I could see why many girls would like this one. However, I prefer girls to wear bolder scents such as Black Cashmere and Angel.

All I get from this is lemons. Just lemons. To me it smells like a bucket of freshly squeezed lemon juice. It doesn't even evolve to anything on me. I know it's supposed to be a citrus scent, but it's so boring IMO. I guess it would be good for people who aren't really into wearing fragrance, but that's definitely not me. It does last long, which is the only thing that saved it from getting a thumbs down rating.

It's a nice oriental, but sometimes it's too light. It's most suitable for intimate occassions when you're up close and personal because it stays rather close to the skin. It's not one to turn heads because it lacks in the sillage department. I'm among those who complain about its longevity. It doesn't last long for me, which is a major issue because most oriental scents get me through the day. It's a nice scent and good for those who want something along the lines of Le Male, but without the atomic strength.

One of the few rose scents I like. It's light yet warm at the same time. It smells like Christmas to me and reminds me of a freshly baked gingerbread house. The only downside is that the drydown can be a bit too powdery at times. It lasts pretty long and women love it. In fact, I know a few women who like to wear it themselves. It's not a girlie scent, but it could pass as a unisex frag.

Nice blend of tea. My favorite scent from the Annick goutal line. It has a lot in common with Duel, but without the tart citrus notes. It's pretty versatile and could be worn during warm and cold months. It's sweet but not overly sweet, so it doesn't get cloying, unless of course you bathe in it. Even then I don't see it becoming overpowering. It lasts exceptionally long for an AG scent, but still rather short-lived on me.

This is a fine example of comedy. I saw this at a local thrift shop and found it rather uninspiring. It's like a VERY cheap rendition of Eternity but more linear. I don't know if Hulk Hogan wears this or not, but WCW has no business in the fragrance industry if you ask me.

This is one of the best honey scents along with Balenciaga Pour Homme. It reminds me of a darker and rounder version of Geir. Out of the Dior trio, I can easily say that this is my favorite. Although it is sweet, I don't see how it could ever be cloying because it's quite soft and stays close to the skin. It would be nice if it were available in an Extreme version though because sometimes it's a little too soft.

It's an uplifting citrus scent, but nothing that stands out. Very light and inoffensive. I don't see how you could overdo it with this one. Probably perfect as an office scent and during the spring/summer months. However, this is probably the most fleeting scent alongside with 4711. Ten sprays of this baby and it's gone within 30 minutes. It does have its uses though. I use it as a pick-me-up when I have a hangover. With that being said, I wouldn't buy it again as it is quite expensive.

It has some nice tea notes, but there is also a sweet & sour accord in it that reminds me of tamarine candy. It might just be a lemon/bergamot note interacting with the other notes, but it's a bit tart for my tastes. In terms of longevity, it lasts longer than Eau d'Hadrien...but that's not saying much.

I'm quite ashamed to give this a good rating, but I have to admit that it's pretty good. It's a strong chypre despite it being only EDC. I find it shares a few things in common with Platinum Egoiste but Fierce doesn't have the extreme woody drydown. It lasted me all day and I might have bought it if it weren't for the ridiculous looking bottle. As if Le Male weren't bad enough, it has a screen print of a guy's abs on it. I know you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but I just can't get passed that freaking bottle!

I really wanted to like this because it's a classic and it's Guerlain, but I'm just not too wild about citrus or vetiver scents. It starts off pretty decent with a fresh green note but the drydown ruins it for me. It develops into a dry and earthy vetiver note that lacks the sweetness that I crave in frags. It's a benchmark vetiver scent, but it's not for me.

Topnotes remind me of lemon grass, which I really like. But it later turns into a one-dimensional lemon scent on me. It's a decent citrus scent, but it's nothing that will blow your socks off. Sure it's a classic, but I honestly don't think it's something to write home about. If you like scents like Armani Eau Pour Homme and Annick Goutal Eau d'Hadrien, then you might like this.

To me this is the benchmark coffee scent. It smells like the inside of a Starbuck's shop, filled with the bittersweet aroma of brewing coffee beans. It's dark and bold. Of all the Bond No 9 scents I've sampled, this is the only one that made me say 'wow' upon first sniff. If you're into gourmands, then I highly recommend this one. The only problem is getting over the steep price tag it has.

Very nice scent. Starts out with a fresh mango note and then develops into...nothing. This literally vanishes after 30 minutes on me. It's a shame too because I like it more than Polo Blue and Romance/Romance Silver. If it weren't for longevity issues, I would have given it a thumbs up.

My favorite scent from the RL line although I've never tried Purple Label. It's not like RL's typical fresh scents and it's way better than that horrid green Polo. It's classy and warm. Others find it poor in the longevity department but it's pretty decent for me. It's not really a sillage monster but it's not meant to be. It stays subtle and makes a perfect scent for the office or casual dates.

High quality scent but not my cup of tea. Smells like roses in the morning after a long rainy night. It might be perfect for you if you like the smell of roses, but for me it lacks the sweetness that I crave in fragrances. It lasts long for a fresh scent due to its high oil content. Oh, and in case you're wondering, it's not a chick magnet or something you would typically wear to a club IMO.

I'm in a constant battle with this one. Sometimes it's a wonderful sweet leather scent. Other times it has a weird orange note that sticks out like a sore thumb. It clashes with the rest of the notes IMO and takes away the balance. It's easy to wear as far as leather scents go. It doesn't seem like it's aimed at any specific age group. But ever since I've acquired Dzing, I seldom find myself reaching for this anymore.

Very gentleman-like. I consider this the perfect scent to go with a fine suit at a nice restaurant for dinner. However, it's not only limited to that type of environment. But it does strike me as a formal/semi-formal scent and it smells classy/expensive. The only downside to it is that it's quite fleeting on me. It's gone within an hour.

While others consider this a gourmand, I don't get any chocolate out of it until the drydown. Even then it's only a hint and not full blown chocolate like Rochas Man or A*men. It's a nice oriental scent that is somewhat versatile depending on your method of application. However, it has a lingering citrus note that I feel clashes with the sweetness. It reminds me of orange-flavored cough syrup. It's that one note that gets tiring to me at the end of the day. It's less apparent in the EDP version but it's still there. I much prefer the EDP because it's rounder, more balanced, and doesn't have that sharp sweetness to it.

A great alternative to Acqua Di Gio. In fact I like it more because it's stronger and lasts longer. I'm not saying that Acqua Di Gio is a bad scent, but why buy it when you can get this for much cheaper.

Aside from Joop! Pour Homme, this is the sweetest scent I've ever encountered. It should have been named 'Pie' because that's what it smells like to me. It's easy to describe this one since it's a straightforward scent. It smells like tons of vanilla stacked on top of caramel. It doesn't get any more simple than that. If you have a sweet tooth for fragrances, this one will satisfy it without a doubt. However, just make sure to go light with the trigger finger because it can get cloying like no other.

One of the more long-lasting fragrances in the fresh category. It's a tad spicy and I find it to have many similarities to Aqua Quorum. It's nice enough but doesn't stand out or draw much attention. If you're simply looking for a clean scent then it's hard to go wrong with this one. It's also cheap as hell. You could buy a 100 ml bottle for $15 onli