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post #1 of 20
11/1/06 at 6:38pm
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What is a good winter scent? im 28 by the way.
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post #2 of 20
11/1/06 at 7:09pm
There are tons!

Animale Animale
A*men
B*men
Lolita Lempicka
Gucci pour Homme
M7
John Varvatos
L'Instant

I don't know what your taste is. Do you want an oriental with heavy vanilla notes or a woody scent with cedar, sandalwood and such? I need to know what you go for...
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post #3 of 20
11/1/06 at 7:15pm
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Well im new to this whole fragrance thing. the fragrances i own are allure sport, kenneth cole reaction, 212, versace man, and acqua de one.
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post #4 of 20
11/1/06 at 7:58pm
Asking on a forum for the best winter scent is of no use. As I've said a million times before one person's favourite scent in the world makes another person want to be sick. A prime example of this is A*Men, those who like it, like it a lot. Those who dislike A*Men usually despise it.

Gucci PH, Kouros, Geir - all very highly regarded on here - I don't like them.

JPG Le Male - 95% of people on here bash the shit out of it - one of my favourites.

When I first came on here and decided to go out and pick up a few bottles, I made a list of some that seemed to be reccomended by quite a few people on here. Then I went over to the department stores and tried to test out as many as I can to see which impressed me. I'd suggest you try something like that. There are no "best" fragrances, it's a very, very subjective thing.
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post #5 of 20
11/1/06 at 9:00pm
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Originally Posted by acehimself

Asking on a forum for the best winter scent is of no use. As I've said a million times before one person's favourite scent in the world makes another person want to be sick. A prime example of this is A*Men, those who like it, like it a lot. Those who dislike A*Men usually despise it.

Gucci PH, Kouros, Geir - all very highly regarded on here - I don't like them.

JPG Le Male - 95% of people on here bash the shit out of it - one of my favourites.

When I first came on here and decided to go out and pick up a few bottles, I made a list of some that seemed to be reccomended by quite a few people on here. Then I went over to the department stores and tried to test out as many as I can to see which impressed me. I'd suggest you try something like that. There are no "best" fragrances, it's a very, very subjective thing.

I Dont even know what would classify as a winter scent.
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post #6 of 20
11/1/06 at 9:13pm
my winter choice is mostly jicky edp
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post #7 of 20
11/1/06 at 9:14pm
Kyoto

Gucci PH
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post #8 of 20
11/1/06 at 10:29pm
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Originally Posted by kickinit

I Dont even know what would classify as a winter scent.

Winter scents usually fall into these categories

-Sweet, foody aka gourmand (ie chocolate, vanilla, caramel, etc)
-Woody (cedar and sandalwood are very common) I find that woody scents, unless very very heavy, can be worn all year.
-Leathery
-Spicy

Each of the categories above can be mixed in countless ways, but scents that feature those elements more than any others would usually be called winter frags around here.

Also, the mere presence of those types of notes in a frag do not automatically make it winter. Some of those elements can be blended with fresher notes and the resulting would still be considered fresh overall. Really, it comes down to the interpretation of the wearer. Many say Geir is suited to warmer weather, but I find it sweeter than...(drumrole)... "Pi"! :bounce:
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post #9 of 20
11/2/06 at 4:49am
Gucci Pour Homme
Equus by Lalique
Samhain by The Goth Rosary
Carven Homme by Carven
Gucci Envy
Burberry Brit
Paul Sebastian (Original) For Men by Paul Sebastian
Onyx by Paul Sebastian
Creed Acier Aluminium
Creed Bois de Portugal
Creed Millesime Imperial (This one's great all year 'round.)
Atkinson's I Coloniali (Guajaco Wood)
Visit by Azzaro
Azzaro Pour Homme by Azarro
Delain's Iquitos (Not for those who don't like rose notes.)
Ungaro III (")
M7 by YSL
Rive Gauche by YSL
Opium Pour Homme by YSL
Kouros by YSL
Body Kouros by YSL
Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle
Vetiver by Guerlain
Mouchoir de Monsieur by Guerlain
Leonard Pour Homme by Leonard
Égoïste by Chanel
Very Valentino Pour Homme by Valentino
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post #10 of 20
11/2/06 at 5:58am
There are many winter scents. Trying searching for some threads on this subject. Some suggestions I can give
Burberry Brit- My SOTD. Very re-fined and sharp.
Obsession- A powerhouse. Both sweet and spicy.
Azzaro Visit- Pure woods. Cedar wood
M7- I love that note of agarwood
Rive Gauche- An upscale Brut.
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post #11 of 20
11/2/06 at 6:58am
Necessarily, asking such a question will generate a great many responses and as another poster wrote, it's a very, very subjective issue. That said, LiveJazz and AceHimself have the best answers, I believe.

Oh yeah, that and I like Envy as a Winter frag.
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post #12 of 20
11/2/06 at 7:25am
Opium eau de parfum homme
YSL

Jaipur eau de parfum homme
Boucheron

Arpege homme edt
Lanvin
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post #13 of 20
11/6/06 at 11:34am
Aramis-Aramis

Chanel-Antaeus
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post #14 of 20
11/6/06 at 11:39am
Himalaya by Creed
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post #15 of 20
11/9/06 at 6:53pm
Something dark, heavy, etc...Although fresh aquatics can be a nice change of pace in winter with their bright and crisp auras.

But as for naming names, here we go:

M7
Gucci Envy
Ungaro III
Rive Gauche
Angel Men
Rocabar

These are great, but don't limit yourself to these. Go with what ya like.
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post #16 of 20
11/10/06 at 12:45pm
I'm finding Brit for Men by Burberry to be perfect for these colder days!
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post #17 of 20
11/11/06 at 5:32am
L'Homme Sage is absolutely stunning winter scent. Somehow reminds me of reading a good book in front of fireplace.
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post #18 of 20
11/11/06 at 12:52pm
Winter scents tend to be the more spicy, woody, and sweet variety that would give off a sense of warmth, coziness, etc.

Here are a few that I enjoy:

Chanel Pour Monsieur (a classic. Definitely check this one out.)
Burberry London (the new one. This one's fantastic. Spicy with tobacco, boozy notes, and woods)
Opium Pour Homme, YSL (Spice and vanilla bomb! It's amazing in the cooler weather)

I don't exactly want to post too many because I would rather you go out and discover some on your own. Hopefully I've pointed you in the right direction
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post #19 of 20
11/11/06 at 1:00pm
Fumerie Turque.
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post #20 of 20
11/11/06 at 1:15pm
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Originally Posted by Johnny_Ludlow

L'Homme Sage is absolutely stunning winter scent. Somehow reminds me of reading a good book in front of fireplace.

L'Homme Sage is great for weekend wear during winter, especially in the evening. I've been wearing it today; very warm and comforting!
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