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post #1 of 42
11/24/07 at 10:23am
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It doesn't have to be poetic or even one you like, but you can only use *ten* words.



L'Occitane Verbena - Sweet lemonade by a sparkling pool... leafy gardens, rose geraniums.


L'Occitane Eau de Recolte Bleue - Soft lavender breeze over white freesia petals... dewy peach trees.


Cielo - Honeyed figs and white bouquets on vineyard terrace in Napa.

(Edit: Thanks to Astaroth for reminding us about the second thread...

Here are some others from Part Deux: Click HERE.)
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post #2 of 42
11/24/07 at 12:07pm
Musc Koublai Khan - Sweaty barbarian cant find toilet and released onto rose garden.
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post #3 of 42
11/24/07 at 1:51pm
B*Men - Chocolatey, spicy, and a bit nutty, overall good gourmand fragrance.

Derek Jeter Driven- I sprayed this one on but where is the scent?
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post #4 of 42
11/24/07 at 6:26pm
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Fruit, Rum, Spice, Tobacco, Smoke, Vanilla; so much more...AMAZING! .
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post #5 of 42
11/24/07 at 6:30pm
Lipstick Rose - This stunk so bad I threw up in my mouth
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post #6 of 42
11/24/07 at 7:16pm
Gaultier²: I've got to have you: smooth amber, vanilla, and musk

A*Men: Homer Simpson's delight, chocolatey delicious gourmand goodness in a bottle

Cuir Venenum: Smells like the interior of a showroom fresh new Lexus

Narciso Rodriguez for Him: Smooth green violet fougere, musky ambery olfactory bliss and trinity

Joop! Homme: Toilet Duck and Robitussin... pass the ipecac syrup right now

Kouros: The bold scent of a stinky Kohler, in a bottle
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post #7 of 42
11/24/07 at 9:01pm
Great idea, but why is this off-topic?????
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post #8 of 42
11/24/07 at 11:03pm
Thread Starter 
Because it's for both genders and it's a game. I didn't know where else to put it. If you want it moved, you can ask them to.

Some good ones, so far!
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Miss Dior Cherie

Wine, patchouli, hippies in silver earrings dancing... Strawberry Fields Forever.
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post #9 of 42
11/25/07 at 12:46am
I'm not complaining, I just thought you'd get more entries in the regular boards.
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post #10 of 42
11/25/07 at 11:18am
Great game idea Beachroses!


Bouquet di Violette, Borsari
Violet pansy peeping through spring rain showers laced with iris


Terracotta Voile d'Ete, Guerlain
Caress of burnt umber under a blanket of sunlit warmth


1000 Jean Patou
Opulent oriental empress plucks an osmanthus jasmine and rose bouquet


Mille et Une Roses / 2000 Et Une Rose, Lancôme
Tapestry of Eastern roses from the gardens of Empress Josephine


Habanita, Molinard
Cuban Cohiba smoke drifts lazily round a scarlet gypsy rose


N'Aimez Que Moi Caron
Spellbound rose hidden in cedar forest stalked by a civet
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post #11 of 42
11/25/07 at 11:33am
Kouros: "Horse Urine for sale! Only $70 for a whole bottle!"
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post #12 of 42
11/25/07 at 5:23pm
Angel: Chocolate combo smells like poop on me; try before purchase.
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post #13 of 42
11/25/07 at 10:12pm
Platinum Egoiste: Radiant herbaceous composition that commands respect. Bold, sharp and commanding.

Colonia Intensa: Tender scented leathers hold a uniquely Italian citrus, woody bouquet.

Love Potion No.9 for Him:Compelling English clove and pepper with dramatic woody-citrus contrasts
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post #14 of 42
11/26/07 at 7:04am
Lauder Beyond Paradise for men - Drunk sorrority girl vomits daquiris into ziplock and sets aflame.

Acier Aluminum - Creed's beautiful rendition of grandma's pet-urine-soaked shag carpet.

Cartier Declaration - Who the hell would want to smell like Indian food?

Montale Oud Velvet - Baby, put this on. Now the shoes. Ok, lets f*ck.
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post #15 of 42
11/26/07 at 7:27am
Bandit
Shivering on a racing green sports car's cold leather seats
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post #16 of 42
11/27/07 at 7:49am
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L'Occitane Eau de Val

Southern belles on grassy lawn under magnolia tree eating watermelon.
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post #17 of 42
11/27/07 at 10:17pm
montale black aoud: work colleague: "you smell like you just got laid"
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post #18 of 42
11/28/07 at 6:28am
I counted contractions as one word:

Musc Ravageur: Who rolled in the flowers and named you stud, huh?

A*men: Burnt cocoa powder atop hot fresh asphalt and dog shit.

Lux by Mona di Orio: The best use of lemon since Ungaro II. Very complex.

Bogart pour Homme: You don't have to spend a million to smell rich.

JHL: I'm pure class, baby. Wanna go f*ck in the boardroom?

Léonard pour Homme: The leaves are falling outside. Better grab Léonard pour Homme.

Lagerfeld Classic: Top notch, powdery opoponax frag that gets dissed a lot.

Cool Water: Who knew that mass produced hairspray could be so popular?

Shalimar: I've been popular since the Twenties for damn good reasons.

Monsieur Musk: I may be cheap, sugar, but I'm definitely not shallow.

Balenciaga pour Homme: Why they discontinued me I'll never know. Go freakin' figure.

Photo by Lagerfeld: Benzoin that lasts. And lasts. And lasts. And then lasts.

Gris Clair by Serge Lutens: Walking in the moors, I fell into a lavender daze.

Orient Extrême by Montale: There are better things to do with that much labdanum.

Magie Noire by Lancôme: Femme fatale, temptress, vamp -- whatever you want to call me.

Voyageur by Jean Patou: From Patou pour Homme to THIS? Give me a break!

M by Perry Ellis: Chanel Allure clone that ain't half bad -- but half price.

Chypre Rouge by Serge Lutens: Proof that ol' Serge has a twisted sense of humor.

Pino Silvestre: Forget the fact that the bottle resembles a pinecone dildo.

Bois de Portugal by Creed: I may be New York's first cousin, but I stand alone.

Orange Spice by Creed: Kouros is a sexy Frenchman, his brother an English gentleman.

360 White by Perry Ellis: Le Male with more vanilla and no migraines. And cheaper.

Wild Country by Avon: I'd sooner eat glass and die of the drizzly shits.

Polo by Ralph Lauren: Mighty fine fragrance provided that you don't bathe in it.
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post #19 of 42
12/10/07 at 11:22am
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Parfums de Nicolai - Eau de Lude

Let's skip in the park where people walk their dogs.
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post #20 of 42
12/10/07 at 7:01pm
Fahrenheit: Do overheated leaky lawnmowers turn you on? Well they should.

Acier Aluminum: Mommy mommy, make it stop! It stinks of rotting fruit.

Clive Christian X: I am rich, dammit. Get out of my way. Now!

Kiehl's Musk: Old woman meets a feral cat. Hot, steamy romance ensues.

Cuiron: Who discontinued genius leather Cuiron? Now we must pay more.

Polo: Shall we join a country club and play some cricket?

Bvlgari Black: Wait! Before we go any further...got a condom?
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post #21 of 42
2/13/08 at 11:15am
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Crabtree & Evelyn Black Tea, Vetiver & Sugarcane

Sipping iced tea at the tiki bar barefoot, happy days!
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post #22 of 42
2/13/08 at 11:30am
Femme- Elegant and divine, wrapped in a full length mink coat.
Nuit de Noel- Mystery and magic all aglow in a mist of incense.
Fete-Exploring a medieval chateau, the scent of mossy earth abounds.
Visa-Exotic fruits, dripping with juices, mingled with precious rare spices.
Angelique Encens-Marlene Dietrich takes the stage; glamor will continue to exist.
Cabochard- Two days without bathing, time to freshen up a bit
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post #23 of 42
2/13/08 at 3:26pm
3121 (by Prince) ~ What the @#%& were you thinking? Please just make music!

Mahora (by Guerlain) ~ Gigantic, wild & buttery tuberose slowly tamed by vanilla, wooded vetiver!
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post #24 of 42
2/13/08 at 3:51pm
Clinique Happy for Men: Damn it, I told you not to spill my Fanta!
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post #25 of 42
2/13/08 at 4:33pm
Bois du Portugal - Wearing this will get you out of a speeding ticket
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post #26 of 42
2/13/08 at 6:19pm
Unforgivable by Sean John
Orange drink trying to pass as fresh squeezed orange juice.
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post #27 of 42
2/13/08 at 6:35pm
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Originally Posted by tvlampboy View Post

I counted contractions as one word:

Musc Ravageur: Who rolled in the flowers and named you stud, huh?

A*men: Burnt cocoa powder atop hot fresh asphalt and dog shit.

Lux by Mona di Orio: The best use of lemon since Ungaro II. Very complex.

Bogart pour Homme: You don't have to spend a million to smell rich.

JHL: I'm pure class, baby. Wanna go f*ck in the boardroom?

Léonard pour Homme: The leaves are falling outside. Better grab Léonard pour Homme.

Lagerfeld Classic: Top notch, powdery opoponax frag that gets dissed a lot.

Cool Water: Who knew that mass produced hairspray could be so popular?

Shalimar: I've been popular since the Twenties for damn good reasons.

Monsieur Musk: I may be cheap, sugar, but I'm definitely not shallow.

Balenciaga pour Homme: Why they discontinued me I'll never know. Go freakin' figure.

Photo by Lagerfeld: Benzoin that lasts. And lasts. And lasts. And then lasts.

Gris Clair by Serge Lutens: Walking in the moors, I fell into a lavender daze.

Orient Extrême by Montale: There are better things to do with that much labdanum.

Magie Noire by Lancôme: Femme fatale, temptress, vamp -- whatever you want to call me.

Voyageur by Jean Patou: From Patou pour Homme to THIS? Give me a break!

M by Perry Ellis: Chanel Allure clone that ain't half bad -- but half price.

Chypre Rouge by Serge Lutens: Proof that ol' Serge has a twisted sense of humor.

Pino Silvestre: Forget the fact that the bottle resembles a pinecone dildo.

Bois de Portugal by Creed: I may be New York's first cousin, but I stand alone.

Orange Spice by Creed: Kouros is a sexy Frenchman, his brother an English gentleman.

360 White by Perry Ellis: Le Male with more vanilla and no migraines. And cheaper.

Wild Country by Avon: I'd sooner eat glass and die of the drizzly shits.

Polo by Ralph Lauren: Mighty fine fragrance provided that you don't bathe in it.

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post #28 of 42
2/14/08 at 3:41am
Alien - In space, no one can hear you scream
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post #29 of 42
2/14/08 at 5:40am
Parfumerie Genrale Querelle: "Don't worry. She won't know. I'll splash on some vetiver."
Caron Yatagan: Taken fiercely and passionately by leather. Afterwards, he never calls.
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post #30 of 42
2/15/08 at 9:09am
acier aluminium: very nice rendition of "fresh step" scoopable kitty litter.

L'air Du Desert Marocain: how can a scent suck moisture from my nostrils? AWESOME!

Terre D'Hermes: Eau de Pacific Northwest Lumberjack that ate an orange!

Tam Dao: silk shirt that has been in room with sandalwood incense...

Bois du Portugal: you can step aside or I can slap you aside...

Musc Ravageur: I banged her on the candy counter.

MKK: my ball sweat after 8rds in ring or with GF.

Guerlain Heritage: would sir like a nice single-malt to accompany that cigar?

Lolita Lempicka au Masculin: Holy black licorice batman! oh wait, what's that underneath... hmmmm...

Versace Dreamer: gin and tonic, tarragon and rich tobacco in a meerschaum.
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post #31 of 42
10/14/09 at 2:03pm
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Remember this thread? Some great stuff on here lol!

I Coloniali Javanese Cananga -

Italian ylang ylang and amber, turns ladies into Sexy Sadies.
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post #32 of 42
10/14/09 at 2:45pm
Rive Gauche: Parisian chic of understated notes in a soapy and earthy balance.
Ungaro III: Baroque splendor of flowers, fruit, incense and spice... during late autumn.
Antaeus: Is any frag manlier, yet also more elegant than this?
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post #33 of 42
10/14/09 at 3:54pm
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Originally Posted by Indiscreet View Post

Alien - In space, no one can hear you scream

OMG hilarious and oh so true

Can I use the contraction rule

Apres l'Ondee- dewy leaves, flowers & tears after the rain in an English garden at night

Ivoire de Balmain- smart, strong, in gorgeous heels with killer lingerie under her power suit
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post #34 of 42
10/14/09 at 4:16pm
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Body Kouros:

Sweet and warm incense. On me, it does not last.

Live Jazz:

A mint and grapefruit mojito. Strictly for use in summer.

M7 Fresh:

M7 lightened up just enough. Moderate application lasts all day.

Bvlgari Au the Verte:

"Green tea," now in many soaps - this was the first.

Wee, this is fun!
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post #35 of 42
10/14/09 at 4:30pm
Havana:

Great after topnote train wreck settles. Resurrected, like this thread.

Cheers,

Mario
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post #36 of 42
10/14/09 at 4:33pm
I don't need 10 for Vetiver Extraordinaire: Lighter fluid

AdP Colonia Assoluta: Caramelised lemon on a bed of spices and clean musk.
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post #37 of 42
10/14/09 at 4:35pm
Opium
Minty, sweet, Classy, sexy beast. Why Are you so Cheap?
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post #38 of 42
10/14/09 at 6:16pm
Ah yes, I remember this game well. Here are some others from Part Deux: Click HERE.
tvlampboy went crazy on this, and for some reason I did mine as defective haikus.
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post #39 of 42
10/14/09 at 6:54pm
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Originally Posted by Astaroth View Post

Ah yes, I remember this game well. Here are some others from Part Deux: Click HERE.
tvlampboy went crazy on this, and for some reason I did mine as defective haikus.

LOL oh those are hysterical!! My faves:

Gucci Pour Homme

Sharpen Pencils.
Collect the Shavings.
Wear them for Good Luck.

Le Labo Musc 25

Snort Aldehydes.
Pretend you're Horny.
You've lost two Ben Franklins.


Yves Saint Laurent Kouros

Shiny White Puck.
Shining from Below.
Turn you now Yellow

Tough act to follow!
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post #40 of 42
10/15/09 at 6:31am
Reviewing these makes me miss Tvlampboy!
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post #41 of 42
10/15/09 at 6:34am
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Reviewing these makes me miss Tvlampboy!

I have been reading his reviews for years, where did he go? Killer sharp-as-a-knife sense of humour.
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post #42 of 42
10/15/09 at 10:28am
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I stumbled upon this thread doing a search and forgot about part two, thanks for the reminder, Astaroth! Edited first post in case anyone wants to see or add to it. To Grant: If we can merge them, that would be great.

Hermes Eau des Merveilles - Your kiss is luscious oranges, you only leave me wood.
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