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post #61 of 108
1/25/12 at 11:51pm
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Originally Posted by >BOOMER< View Post

Aqua Di Gio. Everyone hates it because it is so loved. Go figure. I live in a city of a million people and have never smelled it on anybody. I love to wear it and other people love it when I wear it and I haven't had anyone identify it. I understand the demographic. Schools, Clubbing, etc. you might find it here and in other cities you may find a lot of people wearing it. But for me, It's GREAT and that's it.

I was just going to say ADG. It is my beloved and my first really nice cologne. I don't care who here hates it, it is a great cologne in every respect and it set the benchmark for other colognes to beat in regards to #1.
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post #62 of 108
1/26/12 at 2:41am
Ted Baker Skinwear - Dear me the amount of compliments i get at work is crazy.
Also a long gone scent but ive still never found anything like it - M&S: Detail. Its sweet, clean and has a nice dose of basil.
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post #63 of 108
1/26/12 at 4:07am
Hmmm, maybe Rousse. I think most test this on paper and think its just a cinnamon bomb but miss out on the lovely buttery/waxy iris drydown that far outlasts the opening.

Tous In Heaven Him. My favourite cheap fragrance. Great for summer without being the typical citrus or aquatic.

B*Men (sort of). I still need to test this more but like it so far. CutlassSupremeSL on YouTube was spot on when he said it reminds you of being hugged by an man when you were a little kid.

Baudelaire. I'm still waiting for suggestions as to what else this smells like. It's a nuanced and high quality fragrance. It's a shame about the name because I feel like it would get a bit more love if not for the preconceptions/expectations it creates.

Cedre. Maligned because it doesn't smell woody but it's glowing golden drydown is unique and lovely.

Z Zegna Extreme. It's a got a fizzy accord/feel that's quite unique. Another great cheapy with something a little different to offer.
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post #64 of 108
1/26/12 at 4:14am
Baudelaire shares a number of similarities with Dia Man to my nose.
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post #65 of 108
1/26/12 at 5:55am
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Originally Posted by laph View Post

Hmmm, maybe Rousse. I think most test this on paper and think its just a cinnamon bomb but miss out on the lovely buttery/waxy iris drydown that far outlasts the opening.

Tous In Heaven Him. My favourite cheap fragrance. Great for summer without being the typical citrus or aquatic.

B*Men (sort of). I still need to test this more but like it so far. CutlassSupremeSL on YouTube was spot on when he said it reminds you of being hugged by an man when you were a little kid.

Baudelaire. I'm still waiting for suggestions as to what else this smells like. It's a nuanced and high quality fragrance. It's a shame about the name because I feel like it would get a bit more love if not for the preconceptions/expectations it creates.

Cedre. Maligned because it doesn't smell woody but it's glowing golden drydown is unique and lovely.

Z Zegna Extreme. It's a got a fizzy accord/feel that's quite unique. Another great cheapy with something a little different to offer.

Zegnas' are nicely done and so underrated!
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post #66 of 108
1/26/12 at 6:07am
SL Miel de Bois - actually my Holy Grail
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post #67 of 108
1/26/12 at 6:13am
Bang by Marc Jacobs. NOBODY here (or on Youtube) seems to like it besides me. I absolutely LOVE the stuff. So do women. Signature scent material.

Look past the opening!
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post #68 of 108
1/26/12 at 7:03pm
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Originally Posted by SculptureOfSoul View Post

Baudelaire shares a number of similarities with Dia Man to my nose.

Really!? I love Dia Man too and will purchase it at some stage but I don't get the similarity at all. Maybe I need to test Dia further.
Actually, Dia Man is probably another one to add to the list.
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post #69 of 108
1/26/12 at 9:27pm
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Originally Posted by mesaboogie View Post

I was just going to say ADG. It is my beloved and my first really nice cologne. I don't care who here hates it, it is a great cologne in every respect and it set the benchmark for other colognes to beat in regards to #1.

Aqua Di Gio was my first good fragrance too. To this day it reminds me of college and my youth. I don't own it anymore, but it holds a unique place in my heart.
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post #70 of 108
1/26/12 at 9:40pm
Ambre 114 doesn't get much air time. Neither does Narcisco Rodriguez Musc for him and C&S Cuba.
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post #71 of 108
1/26/12 at 11:18pm
I have one everybody pisses on: Ralph Lauren Romance for men. I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit it (what am I missing that all of these respectable people hate so much about it?!?) but I'll admit also, if it lasted longer than fifteen minutes on the skin I would actually wear it often. But it has the worst longevity I have ever encountered. It's weak longevity is without peer.
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post #72 of 108
1/26/12 at 11:25pm
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Originally Posted by vulgarrhymester View Post

I have one everybody pisses on: Ralph Lauren Romance for men. I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit it (what am I missing that all of these respectable people hate so much about it?!?) but I'll admit also, if it lasted longer than fifteen minutes on the skin I would actually wear it often. But it has the worst longevity I have ever encountered. It's weak longevity is without peer.

This one lasts 10+ hours on me. I like it, too, although I prefer Romance Silver with its grape/suede/nutmeg/tobacco/cypress thing. It kind of smells like cola to me.
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post #73 of 108
1/27/12 at 2:22am
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Originally Posted by SculptureOfSoul View Post

Baudelaire shares a number of similarities with Dia Man to my nose.

Really? I'll have to do a side-by-side test because I've been testing Baudelaire quite a few times and it always reminded me of something but I've never been able to put my finger on what. Thanks for the tip, SOS.
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post #74 of 108
1/27/12 at 2:55am
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Originally Posted by alfarom View Post

Really? I'll have to do a side-by-side test because I've been testing Baudelaire quite a few times and it always reminded me of something but I've never been able to put my finger on what. Thanks for the tip, SOS.

I get a similar powdery vibe with a somewhat similar floral vibe (the orris in Dia to the hyacinth in Baudelaire) as well. They share some aromachem or two, or perhaps a major accord, because they both have something in their powdery floralcy that is distinctly unique and really rubs me the wrong way. That's the one good thing about my waxing and waning chemical sensitivities, it can help me to pinpoint similarities in some scents (or at least find scents that share certain chemicals). Of course, sometimes those similarities are magnified by the sensitivity, but I've found time and again that Baudelaire conjures up Dia in my mind w/ that weird powdery vibe.
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post #75 of 108
1/27/12 at 3:08am
Antidote by Victor & Rolf
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post #76 of 108
1/29/12 at 12:28am
Giorgio Beverly Hills V.I.P. Special Reserve
Even the BN directory doesn't list the correct, full name for this masterpiece, just lists as VIP for Men
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post #77 of 108
1/29/12 at 5:01am
ASAQ incandescence
SoOud in general, price might be a bit high but quality is there imo
Six scents 087#, thanks to the basenoter that recommended it a while back
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post #78 of 108
2/10/13 at 11:45am
ST Dupont Essence Pure Pour Homme
Givenchy Xeryus Rouge
Costume National Scent Intense
Bvlgari Aqua Pour Homme
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post #79 of 108
2/10/13 at 11:55am
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SL Jeux De Peau.
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post #80 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:02pm
Victorinox Swiss Unlimited.
Cerruti Si.

I win.
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post #81 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:07pm
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Originally Posted by d4N13L View Post

Le Male still my top 1, and will never be out of this place

X2. I keep waiting to "evolve" beyond it but it just ain't happening. Not anytime soon anyway.
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post #82 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:29pm
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Carrington.

Considering the popularity it enjoyed back in the 80's, it gets very little mention now. I love it for the memories it stirs and because there's nothing else that I've encountered that is similar. I happily display it next to my Creeds, Tom Ford Private Blends, Guerlains, etc.
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post #83 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:40pm
+! Azzaro Elixir and all my vintages and unisex's.
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post #84 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:46pm
Boss Spirit
Trimaran by Yves Rocher
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post #85 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:49pm
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Originally Posted by mrcologneguy View Post

Alfred Sung Hei. It reminds me of an improved, longer-lasting version of Aqua Velva aftershave. Haven't worn it in a while, but when I do I've had compliments from women. Looks like not too many other BNers agree with me on this. Too bad.

I agree with you 100%, and that's precisely why I don't like Hei, it is like Aqua Velva.

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Originally Posted by Jack Hunter View Post

It's good to hear that there are fans of Benetton Colors here on basenotes. As I thought I was a lone voice singing its praises in the wilderness.lol

I do love it too.
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post #86 of 108
2/10/13 at 12:58pm
Vince Camuto. I wished this stuff was niche quality. It might be my HG.
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post #87 of 108
2/10/13 at 1:03pm
My one truest love Miller Harris Vetiver Bourbon. Everytime I put it on I'm knocked out.
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post #88 of 108
2/10/13 at 2:53pm
Aqua Di Gio.
....and Mauboussin fragrances !
.....Cartier Roadster Sport
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post #89 of 108
2/10/13 at 2:54pm
cool water
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post #90 of 108
2/10/13 at 3:14pm
Andy Tauer Pentachord Auburn. Am I the only person who likes this here?

Anyone?


Anyone?



*crickets*
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post #91 of 108
2/10/13 at 3:16pm
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Originally Posted by >BOOMER< View Post

Aqua Di Gio. Everyone hates it because it is so loved. Go figure. I live in a city of a million people and have never smelled it on anybody. I love to wear it and other people love it when I wear it and I haven't had anyone identify it. I understand the demographic. Schools, Clubbing, etc. you might find it here and in other cities you may find a lot of people wearing it. But for me, It's GREAT and that's it.

I agree 100%.

And I miss you greatly...
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post #92 of 108
2/10/13 at 3:29pm
Kenneth Cole Black
Bond No. 9 Montauk
Bond No. 9 I Love New York for Marriage Equality
Bond No. 9 Eau de New York
Bond No. 9 New York Musk
Creed Royal Water
Creed Original Cologne
Hugo Boss Element
F by Ferragamo Black
Tom Ford for Men
Armani Prive Oud Royal
Annick Goutal Ambre Fetiche
Micallef Aoud 1
Exceptional - Because you are
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post #93 of 108
2/10/13 at 4:40pm
Brut
1 Million
Prada Amber PH
Bvlgari Man (just wish longevity was better)
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post #94 of 108
2/12/13 at 3:59pm
There's no need to argue, Basenotes just don't understand
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post #95 of 108
2/12/13 at 4:41pm
Kenneth Cole Black Vintage
Polo Double Black!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fave frag ever
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post #96 of 108
2/12/13 at 4:44pm
Guerlain Coriolan
Comme des Garçons Dover Street Market
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post #97 of 108
2/12/13 at 4:44pm
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Originally Posted by noirdrakkar View Post

cool water

x2.

Wore it today at work after it had been sitting on my counter for a month getting no love at all. Wow - perfect frag for a suit. I felt like the Donald in the boardroom. This has now replaced Eau des Baux and PE as my go to work frag.

I need to wear what I have more often. There could be other frags I change my mind on as well.

Right now, loving Cool Water, despite the haters.

Edit: And despite all my whining of late about how neutered Fahrenheit and other former powerhouse frags currently are, today Cool Water was God-like. Perfect sillage and projectivity for 6+ hours. And to think I picked up an old Christmas gift set at Wal-Mart for $20. Walks all over my $120 Fahrenheit.
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post #98 of 108
2/12/13 at 11:58pm
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Originally Posted by mikeperez23 View Post

I loved the Sisley release last year, Eau d'Ikar and everyone else seems bored by it.

Mike, you are not alone on this. I think it's very distinctive.
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post #99 of 108
2/13/13 at 12:11am
Frapin - 1697
Creed - Royal Oud
biehl parfumkunstwerke - al02
Costume National - 21
Serge Lutens - Daim Blond
Paco Rabanne - Black XS
Bond no. 9 - Silver Factory
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post #100 of 108
2/13/13 at 12:34am
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Originally Posted by PradaG View Post

Canali black and curve.


+1 for Canali Black.
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post #101 of 108
2/13/13 at 12:36am
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Originally Posted by Johnny_Ludlow View Post

Mike, you are not alone on this. I think it's very distinctive.

another fan of Eau d'Ikar here.

Crabtree & Evelyn Sandalwood is another one I really like that gets little attention.
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post #102 of 108
2/13/13 at 1:44am
TF's Urban Musk
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post #103 of 108
2/13/13 at 3:48am
SMN Melograno is one for sure!
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post #104 of 108
2/13/13 at 3:54am
Easily my favourite 'oddball' fragrance.



Vintage or modern formulation its all good stuff.
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post #105 of 108
2/13/13 at 4:45am
He Wood Silver Wind Wood has been one of my favorites since it came out, but Basenotes patently does not share the love. Oh well
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post #106 of 108
2/13/13 at 7:25am
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Originally Posted by Scentsucker View Post

Andy Tauer Pentachord Auburn. Am I the only person who likes this here?

Anyone?


Anyone?








*crickets*

Yes - me, I love it also -- it got slaughtered here didn't it?

I have also always loved Grain de Plaisir by Gantier -- the perfect mans fragrance imo but also didn't get much love.
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post #107 of 108
2/13/13 at 7:53am
Bulgari Blu. How I love its gingery, soapy, clean vibe. I'll never be without a bottle, and if I could wear only one cologne the rest of my life, Blu would be it.
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post #108 of 108
2/13/13 at 7:57am
I like the whole MPG's masculine line and also the unisex ones, especially the vintage formulations. Secret Melange, Centaure, Baime and others not so loved ones are all very high quality, interesting and well blended. Gotta love Jean Laporte.
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