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post #1 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:26pm
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I am looking for some conservative fragrances for this comming fall. Scents that have lasting power and sillage.

Few come to my mind are - Polo Classic, Van Cleef & Arpel, and Tiffany.

Can any add some more to my list to check out???
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post #2 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:29pm
How about Grey Flannel and Aramis?
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post #3 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:30pm
Old Spice?
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post #4 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:31pm
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Originally Posted by scentimus View Post

I am looking for some conservative fragrances for this comming fall. Scents that have lasting power and sillage.

Oh, the mind boggles at the possible answers! Must control myself!!!!

Perhaps Heritage for something classy or Burberry London for something reminiscent of a scotch and cigar filled gentleman's club? Of course, it's hard to go wrong with Polo.
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post #5 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:37pm
Heritage is conservative. So is Chanel Pour Monsieur. And Bois du Portugal.

Don't buy Grey Flannel. It is nasty.

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post #6 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:38pm
Here are just a few more ideas using your criteria of conservative, long lasting, and high sillage:

Chanel Pour Monsieur concentree; Azzaro pour Homme; Carven Homme; Duc de Vervains; Habit Rouge; Heritage; 3rd Man; Safari for Men; Equipage; Bel Ami; l'Instant; Tiffany for Men;
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post #7 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:43pm
Escada pour homme would be a beautiful choice, I think. (I don't have the longevity problems with this one that some people reportedly have.) I'm glad you are interested in Tiffany. It is a stunning fragrance, and it lasts for hours--
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post #8 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:46pm
How about Armani Mania? Has a cedar and white musk scent on the dry-down, not very sweet and certainly not offensive. Longevity and sillage are decent.
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post #9 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:49pm
Let me second:
Chanel Pour Monsieur
Azzaro Pour Homme
Heritage
Equipage
Tiffany for Men
Bois du Portugal
Polo (Green)
Van Cleef & Arpels Pour Homme
Aramis

Let me add:
'Vintage' Tabarome
New York
Czech & Speake No. 88
Domenico Caraceni Pour Homme
Cuir Mauresque
Royal English Leather
1776 Russian Leather
Givenchy Gentleman
Knize Ten
Acqua di Cuba
Richard James Savile Row
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post #10 of 36
9/1/08 at 5:56pm
Kiton = man in a suit.
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post #11 of 36
9/1/08 at 7:04pm
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Originally Posted by Shaheen View Post

How about Armani Mania? Has a cedar and white musk scent on the dry-down, not very sweet and certainly not offensive. Longevity and sillage are decent.

I also enjoy that. I'd got there, Polo or Burberry London of course. I think London is perfect for what he is looking for.
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post #12 of 36
9/1/08 at 7:15pm
XERYUS. by Givenchy.

conservative and classy.
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post #13 of 36
9/2/08 at 6:09am
Conservative doesn't have to be restricted to tobacco, woods, and spice. How about Acqua di Parma Colonia and Assoluta?

I'd also mention Caswell-Massey No. 6, and possibly Jockey Club, but one of your criteria, longevity, is a problem with these, I think.
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post #14 of 36
9/2/08 at 6:23am
most of Lagerfeld scents...
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post #15 of 36
9/2/08 at 6:39am
Is Rochas Lui conservative enough with his old & new mix ?
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post #16 of 36
9/2/08 at 7:03am
Many good suggestions. I'll add

Jacques Bogart (1975)
Cotswold Perfumery Amber
Dunhill for Men (discontinued)
Goutal Eau du Sud (conservative, long lasting aromatic citrus)
d'Orsay Arome 3
Bogner Deep Forest (discontinued)
Bois 1920 - Sandalo e Thé
Caswell Massey Tricorn
CSP L'Eau du Gouverneur
Creed Baie de Genievre
Creed Orange Spice
Crown Perfumery, Fougere (discontinued)
Crown Perfumery, Town and Country (discontinued)
Crown Perfumery, Imperial (discontinued)
Czech & Speake Cuba
Divine L'Homme Sage
Etienne Aigner No. 2
Etro Sandalo
Floris Sandalwood
Hermes Bel Ami
Lorenzo Villoresi Uomo
Lorenzo Villoresi Spezie
Lorenzo Villoresi Yerbamate
Lorenzo Villoresi Vetiver
Lubin Le Vetiver
Nina Ricci Ricci Club
Penhaligon's English Fern
Penhaligon's Racquets Formula
Pierre Cardin pour Monsieur
R de Capucci
Royall Spice
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post #17 of 36
9/2/08 at 7:24am
Nobody has mentioned yet: Boucheron PH Eau de Parfum. Very nice, very gentlemanly, very conservative.
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post #18 of 36
9/2/08 at 7:37am
Eau Savauge
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post #19 of 36
9/2/08 at 10:19am
Givenchy Gentleman
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post #20 of 36
9/2/08 at 11:00am
Looks like many of us have a liberal concept of what constitutes a conservative scent.
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post #21 of 36
9/2/08 at 11:57am
:wave::wave::wave:
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Originally Posted by Sandy View Post

Nobody has mentioned yet: Boucheron PH Eau de Parfum. Very nice, very gentlemanly, very conservative.

I'll also add Santos de Cartier Concentree
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post #22 of 36
9/2/08 at 2:13pm
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Originally Posted by Snafoo View Post

Looks like many of us have a liberal concept of what constitutes a conservative scent.

Somehow, I am not surprised that you were the one to think of this first!



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Just so there is no confusion, this was meant as a compliment. Snafoo has a wickedly subtle and ironic sense of humor that I appreciate.
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post #23 of 36
9/2/08 at 2:22pm
How about Paco Rabanne
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post #24 of 36
9/2/08 at 8:52pm
Thread Starter 
Guy's thank you for the suggestions!
Gosh like Aramis how could I have that classic past me by.
One more I thought of which I own is Boss No 1.
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post #25 of 36
9/3/08 at 2:06pm
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Originally Posted by ToughCool View Post

I also enjoy that. I'd got there, Polo or Burberry London of course. I think London is perfect for what he is looking for.


London !!!!!!!! My feelings are hurt. I adore this scent, but do not want it to be associated with being conservative.
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post #26 of 36
9/3/08 at 5:13pm
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Originally Posted by mrclmind View Post

Here are just a few more ideas using your criteria of conservative, long lasting, and high sillage:

Chanel Pour Monsieur concentree; Azzaro pour Homme; Carven Homme; Duc de Vervains; Habit Rouge; Heritage; 3rd Man; Safari for Men; Equipage; Bel Ami; l'Instant; Tiffany for Men;

How about adding Caron Pour Un Homme?
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post #27 of 36
9/3/08 at 6:32pm
How can we forget Guerlain Vetiver?

Teddius
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post #28 of 36
9/4/08 at 2:29am
Anything from Penhaligon's. Yep, I said, "anything". Some may be more casual than others but they all work well in a conservative environment.

I would also like to second the much earlier recommendation for Escada PH. I understand the longevity issues most people have as the initial kick quickly subsides . Also, there is such a drastic difference in the soft and warm drydown from the sharp and stinging topnotes that I think many peoples' noses are in some form of shock during the middle notes and perceive it as a weak fragrance. However, I am always pleased hours later to catch a whiff of the boozy, warm, cola-like scent on me. If you're one of the lucky ones, you will enjoy the men's club feel it engenders.
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post #29 of 36
9/4/08 at 2:42am
Oops. Forgot to mention Cravache from Robert Piguet. Similar in feel to other classics like Blenheim Bouquet, Boucheron, and Eau Sauvage. For me, the drydown really sets it apart. Not as soapy as BB; more distinctive/diverse than Boucheron; warmer than Eau Sauvage. It is a bit spicier and woodier than the others while maintaining a classic citrus twinge. My guess would be that patchouli is supporting and enhancing the other notes to achieve this. It is often overlooked as too similar to something more recognizable at first whiff, but give it a moment and you'll enjoy the development.
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post #30 of 36
9/4/08 at 6:34am
And dont forget Van Gils Classic! My Grandad`s favorit!
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post #31 of 36
9/4/08 at 7:07am
RICHARD JAMES SAVILE ROW Edt,i find this conservative.A bit old fashioned but in a modern way.
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post #32 of 36
9/4/08 at 10:52am
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Originally Posted by Sandy View Post

Nobody has mentioned yet: Boucheron PH Eau de Parfum. Very nice, very gentlemanly, very conservative.

Absolutely!

I would also add Tonino Lamborghini EDP and Lorenzo Villoresi Spezie
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post #33 of 36
9/4/08 at 5:04pm
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Originally Posted by frank06 View Post

RICHARD JAMES SAVILE ROW Edt,i find this conservative.A bit old fashioned but in a modern way.

I agree
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post #34 of 36
9/4/08 at 5:51pm
Without doubt: Azzaro pour homme......Polo Ralph Lauren
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post #35 of 36
9/4/08 at 11:02pm
Grey Flannel. Excellent for cool crisp days. Just a dab here and there is plenty.
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post #36 of 36
9/5/08 at 12:03am
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Originally Posted by heyman1 View Post

Grey Flannel. Excellent for cool crisp days. Just a dab here and there is plenty.

how is this one? subtle? inoffensive?
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