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post #1 of 17
1/1/12 at 2:52pm
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I'm a senior in high school about to head into college and I'm looking for a new signature scent. I would like to find a new one because I know how sents are related to memories and I want to keep this scent for my memories in high school, and find a new one to wear throughout college to link with those memories.

The tricky part is finding something veritile that not everyone else is wearing these days. (Curve, Coolwater, ect.) So I'd love to hear some suggestions!

Price isn't an issue but the cheaper the price the better, no niches please. I'm looking for something I can wear almost all year round that isn't a really "daring" scent, but different enough that people can distinguish it as my own. I currently am wearing Nautica Voyage as a signature scent, and Bvlgari Black for more formal, business type occations.

I look forward to hearing your suggestions!
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post #2 of 17
1/1/12 at 3:03pm
Burberry London
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post #3 of 17
1/1/12 at 3:05pm
Hypnose Homme
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post #4 of 17
1/1/12 at 3:22pm
boss bottle. la nuit. I love voyage also
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post #5 of 17
1/1/12 at 3:34pm
voyage d'hermes!
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post #6 of 17
1/1/12 at 4:42pm
Terre d'Hermes
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post #7 of 17
1/1/12 at 6:34pm
Cerruti pour Homme
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post #8 of 17
1/1/12 at 7:02pm
Voyage d'Hermes by Hermes - Upon application, one is inundated by a crisp, bitter lemon. This clean lemon dances with cardamom and is tinged with its sweet, nutty aspects. A dash of pepper joins the party adding its pungency. This happy-go-lucky trio meanders to the waiting heart. A grassy, green tea seizes upon the lemon and leads it to the brewing pot, joined by earthy juniper berry, citrusy floral hedione and sundry greens. This concoction simmers and almost reluctantly flows to its refreshing base. A hefty portion of white sandalwood with its peppery wood smell and white cedar with its mild spiciness usurp the heart, imparting their dry and dusty signatures, and is joined by angelica root, which donates its fresh, musky and herbal facets, and sweet white musk. A wonderful drydown ensues. This top quality composition may lack originality, but stands above others by its radiant execution. A scent for all seasons, its projection and sillage are very good, and its longevity is good as well.
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post #9 of 17
1/1/12 at 7:17pm
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Originally Posted by dollars&scents View Post

Voyage d'Hermes by Hermes - Upon application, one is inundated by a crisp, bitter lemon. This clean lemon dances with cardamom and is tinged with its sweet, nutty aspects. A dash of pepper joins the party adding its pungency. This happy-go-lucky trio meanders to the waiting heart. A grassy, green tea seizes upon the lemon and leads it to the brewing pot, joined by earthy juniper berry, citrusy floral hedione and sundry greens. This concoction simmers and almost reluctantly flows to its refreshing base. A hefty portion of white sandalwood with its peppery wood smell and white cedar with its mild spiciness usurp the heart, imparting their dry and dusty signatures, and is joined by angelica root, which donates its fresh, musky and herbal facets, and sweet white musk. A wonderful drydown ensues. This top quality composition may lack originality, but stands above others by its radiant execution. A scent for all seasons, its projection and sillage are very good, and its longevity is good as well.

Wow! I wish more people suggested fragrances like this!
But I hear that there are longevity issues with this one, and that it's not worth the price. How many hours do you get with this fragrance? And, do you know of a discounter who sells it at a decent price?
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post #10 of 17
1/1/12 at 7:18pm
Bulgari Black would be considered daring by some. I like it too. So perhaps something with a little leather would do, eg Habit rouge by Guerlain.

I'd also recommend the cheapish Lush perfumes, but they are indeed a little daring and avantgarde. Breath of God by Lush (smoky vetiver, a combination of fresh and dark). Alternatively, Dirty, which is minty salty, perhaps fresher and a little easier.

cacio
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post #11 of 17
1/1/12 at 9:14pm
Chanel Platinum Egoiste
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post #12 of 17
1/1/12 at 9:51pm
You wouldn't want to have a signature shirt or pair of jeans so why have a signature scent?
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post #13 of 17
1/1/12 at 11:00pm
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Originally Posted by tonghpafu View Post

You wouldn't want to have a signature shirt or pair of jeans so why have a signature scent?

Because not everyone can afford to have several scents to rotate through.
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post #14 of 17
1/1/12 at 11:53pm
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Originally Posted by br3nd3nmar View Post

Wow! I wish more people suggested fragrances like this!
But I hear that there are longevity issues with this one, and that it's not worth the price. How many hours do you get with this fragrance? And, do you know of a discounter who sells it at a decent price?

you should get at least 8 hours out of this all-season, lemon bomb ... check around for a decent price like here >> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Voyage-dHerm...item2eb75f310f

good luck !
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post #15 of 17
1/2/12 at 12:09am
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Wow thanks!!
But I have one more question, my personality is a guy who likes to have fun and very personable and loud at times, but other times I can be more reserved, laid back and chill. Do you think this scent will go well with my personality?

I've also been considering Bleu de Chanel.

E: ALSO, If you know of any sweet scents, or scents in general girls may particularly enjoy at my age group feel free to let me know!
I've been doing some research on Voyage d'Hermes, and it does really seem like something I'd like! I love tea fragrances! But some reviewers have said at my age it would be a little too mature? :/
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post #16 of 17
1/2/12 at 2:09am
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Originally Posted by br3nd3nmar View Post

I've been doing some research on Voyage d'Hermes, and it does really seem like something I'd like! I love tea fragrances! But some reviewers have said at my age it would be a little too mature? :/

While Voyage d'Hermes is not one of my favorites (albeit I find it nice smelling on others), if you like it I would advise not worrying if you are "old enough to wear it." Anyone of any age can wear most any scent, Voyage no exception. Enjoy!
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post #17 of 17
1/2/12 at 2:25am
Terre dHermes +3
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