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Today, 09:37 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Your vintage SOTD in Vintage Perfume

And MY point still stands: They don't want to hear what somebody both knowledgeable in their past strengths and weaknesses has to say about what they...

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Today, 03:27 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Fragrances Too Good To Wear? Name Yours! in General Fragrance Discussion

This intrigues me. Time to investigate. Update: The buy-in price to try is insane, so no longer intrigued! Sounded interesting though! XD

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Today, 02:54 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread eBay $100 GC for $90 in Discounts and Coupon Boards

Haven't seen any usable 10-15% off coupons lately though.

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Today, 02:34 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Carven Homme Price gouging on ebay? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Usually if *genuine* worry or concern over losing access to a favorite fragrance occurs, I take it as a sign to finally explore (and find) some new...

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Today, 02:18 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Your vintage SOTD in Vintage Perfume

Sadly Avon's troubles basically parallel the American auto industry: success peaked in the 70's and they grew too comfortable with domination in...

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Today, 01:42 AM

Tonyprince replied to a thread Expensive scents that smell absolutely horrible - your list. in Male Fragrance Discussion

Okay. A City on Fire and Bull's Blood are AMAZING! (I give you that Bat smells like a moldy basement, as does Amouage Figment.)

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Today, 12:36 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Fragrances that punch above their weight in Male Fragrance Discussion

This is the kind of thread I live for tbh. Boucheron Pour Homme definitely smells like a niche ultra-luxe bougie sauce for under $25, and this is...

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Today, 12:02 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread SOTD: Wednesday, 18th July, 2018 in Female Fragrance Discussion

Avon Aurés (1985) A very oddly anachronistic barbershop fougère released at a time before these kind of throwbacks would be popular. Methinks by...

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Yesterday, 11:15 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread SOTD: Wednesday, 18th July, 2018 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Avon Aurés (1985) A very oddly anachronistic barbershop fougère released at a time before these kind of throwbacks would be popular. Methinks by...

83 replies | 742 view(s)

Yesterday, 11:06 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Your vintage SOTD in Vintage Perfume

Avon Aurés (1985) A very oddly anachronistic barbershop fougère released at a time before these kind of throwbacks would be popular. Methinks by...

7505 replies | 485022 view(s)

Yesterday, 10:45 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Rochas Moustache EdT concentree year discontinued? in Vintage Perfume

The Concentrée in the original gold caps ended with the (failed) 90's reform (along with Monsieur Rochas). Problem is, Moustache is so urinous, so...

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Yesterday, 10:42 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Britney launches her first unisex fragrance: Prerogative in Article Comments

Oops. You did it again. (I'm not that innocent either)

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Yesterday, 10:27 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Carven Homme Price gouging on ebay? in Male Fragrance Discussion

You're missing the point. It isn't the actual price, it's how it got there or why. The Nietzchean Acolyte above that I blocked seemed to see personal...

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Yesterday, 10:04 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Most dynamic men's fragrance in Male Fragrance Discussion

Chanel Pour Monsieur is a good one! Also Boucheron Pour Homme has very opposite top and base too! Citrus to florals then finally woods.

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Yesterday, 10:00 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Citrus fragrance opinions in Male Fragrance Discussion

Tom Ford Neroli Portofino is going to have that classic 18th century soapy citrus vibe a la 4711, Jean-Marie Farina, Roger & Gallet Extra Viellé,...

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Yesterday, 08:03 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Britney launches her first unisex fragrance: Prerogative in Article Comments

If Bobby Brown had actually marketed it, there would be trace amounts of cocaine in the formula.

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Yesterday, 08:01 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread 38 liters of human urine found in Jeddah perfume factory selling "Oud" in General Fragrance Discussion

Bottle has old-fashioned shaker applicator like a Geo F Trumper scent. Shake twice before putting it away.

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Yesterday, 08:44 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread SOTD: Wednesday, 18th July, 2018 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Very good choice! Wore this myself Monday and it was very effective in hot weather! My before bed scent is: Boucheron Pour Homme Eau de...

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Yesterday, 08:39 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Your vintage SOTD in Vintage Perfume

Boucheron Pour Homme Eau de Parfum to bed. It's just lovely. <3

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Yesterday, 02:37 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Most dynamic men's fragrance in Male Fragrance Discussion

Don't Bogart that Joint (because it's made by Roccobarocco drank my CherryCoke-O )

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Yesterday, 02:08 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Carven Homme Price gouging on ebay? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Bye Felicia.

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Yesterday, 01:59 AM

checkmate replied to a thread Most dynamic men's fragrance in Male Fragrance Discussion

Jazz Prestige by YSL is rather multifaceted and is an absolute pleasure to wear.

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Yesterday, 01:57 AM

checkmate replied to a thread Cigarettes and Motor Oil in Male Fragrance Discussion

Layer Versace “The Dreamer” or Vermeil for Men with the oil listed below and you may have it :) ...

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Yesterday, 12:33 AM

Tonyprince replied to a thread What is the best Vetiver based fragrance that you have smelled? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Yes, I agree. Although I'm not sure you need the Tauer if you have the Givenchy. I've always wondered why Vetiver Dance didn't get more attention,...

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Yesterday, 12:06 AM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Fragrances Too Good To Wear? Name Yours! in General Fragrance Discussion

I feel that way about most mint-heavy scents: medicinal but oddly fun on rare occasion. I'm basically the class clown of this community, and I'll...

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17th July 2018, 11:34 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Y Edp in Male Fragrance Discussion

If you took Azzaro Chrome and JPG Le Mâle to the gym and gave them a cycle of steroids, you end up with Y for Men. I imagine the EDP will be roids +...

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17th July 2018, 10:52 PM

Tonyprince replied to a thread What's the best fragrance house? in General Fragrance Discussion

Designer: YSL (esp. those under Tom Ford's tenure) Cartier Aramis (Does this count in this category?) Givenchy (unsure where they're going at the...

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17th July 2018, 10:18 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Which Fragrance Are You Currently Waiting To Be Delivered In The Mail? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Coriolan Guerlain (1998) 3.4oz Joint by Roccobarocco (1993) 3.4oz Calvin by Calvin Klein (1981) (another steal at a low price I won't list for fear...

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17th July 2018, 10:09 PM

Zealot Crusader replied to a thread Carven Homme Price gouging on ebay? in Male Fragrance Discussion

There are 2 kinds of perfume sellers on eBay: -Folks looking to offload stock (estate sales, discounters, damaged/odd lots shops), and they'll...

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