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Today, 07:45 PM

Primrose replied to a thread 31 Rue Cambon EDT v EDP in Female Fragrance Discussion

Many of the EDP versions have lost their "sparkle" somehow. I know the EDP of Cuir de Russie seems less "leathery" and that is what I wear if for. ...

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Today, 07:35 PM

Primrose replied to a thread I smell like a diaper/nappy? Really?! in General Fragrance Discussion

+1 for Musc Ravageur. I don't get the "nappy" note. On me, it's a musk scent but more amber. Then again, I get a serious "armpit" note from...

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Today, 06:09 PM

laroche replied to a thread SOTD: Monday, 25th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Montale, Red Vetyver

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Today, 10:26 AM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread A lounge just for us "Over sprayers" to discuss our SOTD and how many sprays were needed. in Male Fragrance Discussion

7 sprays of Romeo Gigli

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Today, 10:25 AM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread SOTD: Monday, 25th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Romeo Gigli

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Today, 10:20 AM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Any "wet" smelling cologne recommendations? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Possibly also Sir Irisch Moos, for an affordable mossy-earthy, non-aquatic "wet" suggestion

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Today, 05:58 AM

dr.creed replied to a thread SOTD: Monday, 25th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Parfums d'Empire - Cuir Ottoman

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Today, 04:13 AM

laroche replied to a thread SOTD: Sunday, 24th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

Guerlain, Heritage EDT (vtg)

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Today, 02:56 AM

Primrose replied to a thread Bottega Veneta Eau de Velours -- Anyone smelled it yet? in Female Fragrance Discussion

@Cook.bot I have the original BV EDP and I LOVE it! It's a cousin to Armani Prive Cuir Amethyste. I was seriously underwhelmed with the...

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Yesterday, 10:09 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Fragrances spotted in movies! in General Fragrance Discussion

Another Hermes sighting, this time vintage Eau d`Orange Verte, quite close to the beginning of the film "Eaux Porfondes" (1981), where the character...

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Yesterday, 05:54 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread A lounge just for us "Over sprayers" to discuss our SOTD and how many sprays were needed. in Male Fragrance Discussion

Around 11-12 dabs from a splash bottle of Grey Flannel

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Yesterday, 05:51 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread SOTD: Sunday, 24th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

SOTE: Grey Flannel

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Yesterday, 03:20 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Perfume oils leaving something to be desired? in General Fragrance Discussion

So far, only experienced fragrance oils mainly from budget or at least inexpensive Middle Eastern houses, quite easy to find as well. And while...

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Yesterday, 03:11 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Best from Kenzo? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Seconded again, would have almost overlooked and nearly forgotten this quite underrated gem, in spite of having a few repeated pleasant, even...

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Yesterday, 02:00 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Let's list down the "Niche" which you have but don't want (another) full bottle. in General Fragrance Discussion

None so far, although this might change in future as the proportion of the niche fragrances owned grows and this also the likeliness to find...

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Yesterday, 01:56 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread A lounge just for us "Over sprayers" to discuss our SOTD and how many sprays were needed. in Male Fragrance Discussion

8 sprays of Pino Silvestre

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Yesterday, 01:25 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread If I like Creed Spice and Wood + Royal Oud and CC X, what else will I love? in Male Fragrance Discussion

Possibly also, from a strictly personal and subjective viewpoint alone, in no particular order: Guerlain Homme Eau Boisee and Habit Rouge EDP by...

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Yesterday, 01:22 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Finally able to handle scent again in Female Fragrance Discussion

Welcome back and genuinely happy for you, best wishes from me too and glad that fragrances can be fully enjoyed again-with all their wonderful...

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Yesterday, 01:20 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread SOTD: Sunday, 24th September, 2017 in Male Fragrance Discussion

SOTD: Pino Silvestre

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23rd September 2017, 11:50 PM

Primrose replied to a thread Bottega Veneta Eau de Velours -- Anyone smelled it yet? in Female Fragrance Discussion

:shocked: Did someone say leather and plum! I would love to sample this!

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23rd September 2017, 11:47 PM

Primrose replied to a thread SOTD: Saturday, 23rd September, 2017 in Female Fragrance Discussion

My SOTD is Bond Chinatown. Floral and warm. :coolold:

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23rd September 2017, 11:45 PM

Primrose replied to a thread Best gardenia scent in Female Fragrance Discussion

My SOTD is Bond Chinatown. Lots of gardenia in this!

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23rd September 2017, 09:27 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Best from Kenzo? in Male Fragrance Discussion

From a personal viewpoint alone, in no particular order and only based on experiences so far: pour Homme, L`Eau par Kenzo pour Homme, Power and Tokyo

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23rd September 2017, 09:25 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Does "vintage" on here indicate prior to a certain date? in Just Starting Out

Tending to agree that is is usually not so much a specific, fixed date/time interval etc., as much as a specific batch or range of batches, releases,...

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23rd September 2017, 08:05 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Help to discover the aquatic melon fragrance [ + + + ] in Male Fragrance Discussion

Very modest, nearly marginal hints of a watermelon-aquatic can also be sensed in quite a few Kenzo fragrances, particularly pour Homme and L`Eau par...

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23rd September 2017, 08:00 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Lanuit de L'homme vs CH Men Prive in Male Fragrance Discussion

This would be, personally speaking, a very tough choice if having to recommend something between the two: liking both very much, would go for CH Men...

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23rd September 2017, 07:38 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Opulent scents? in General Fragrance Discussion

Also adding Habit Rouge EDP, Bois du Portugal, Opus 1870, Eau Sauvage Fraicheur Cuir

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23rd September 2017, 04:11 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Invictus "Clone" and Boss #6 Clone Both Under $10 in General Fragrance Discussion

Thanks for sharing the recommendations, may look into them if and as soon as possible. Also experienced- and apologizing if a bit off topic- a...

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23rd September 2017, 04:06 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread Mock Thread: Had Basenotes been in the 80s in Male Fragrance Discussion

The 80s were unfortunately (quite ironic given the subsequent interest for this particular hobby) the first and only decade of ever having an...

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23rd September 2017, 04:03 PM

Ken_Russell replied to a thread From Good to Great, Kill A Note. in General Fragrance Discussion

Not a 100% accurate "kill/add-ratio" here, but would personally eliminate anything responsible for the sweaty/fleshy base of Kouros and further...

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TalkingMuffin - 21st June 2010 10:05 PM View Conversation

I'd like to join the Creed group, if possible. thanks!
jeph - 21st June 2010 03:46 PM View Conversation

Hello,

I would very much like to join the Creed group.

Thanks :-)
the_good_life - 25th April 2010 06:50 AM

That's sweet . Thanks!
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Un profumo affettuoso - 9th March 2010 05:55 PM

Amüsanter Zufall...mir ist aufgefallen, daß wir uns in real life treffen könnten - wenn Du in Friedberg wohnst, trennen uns nur 16 km Luftlinie.
Liked your answer to the Guerlain-hater!
(But I have to confess that I can't stand CREED:..)
Grüße aus der Nachbarschaft,
Jalé
Robert G. - 20th November 2009 11:12 PM View Conversation

Hello, new Basenotes member here. Would love to join the Creed group as well. Please let me know how to join.
Many thanks,
Robert
StewartGallacher - 26th October 2009 11:34 AM View Conversation

Hello, I would like to join your Creed group. I'd be grateful if you could let me know how to join.
Many thanks,
Stewart
Aztecface - 2nd October 2009 11:18 AM View Conversation

I would love to join the Creed society. Do I need to do anything?
Mario Justiniani - 21st September 2009 08:06 AM View Conversation

Yes, how to join the Creed Group? Mind you, as we both know 4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser puts any of them to shame
mr. reasonable - 21st August 2009 09:51 AM View Conversation

Hallo the_good_life!
I enjoy Creed - have done 12+ years. How can I join the Creed Group?
Thanks and cheers,
mr. reasonable

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