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post #1 of 38
4/17/12 at 8:10pm
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Eau de Baux.

I was at Nordstrom and got (3) 1.5 ml samples. Smells very very similar to Eau de Baux, slightly spicier, but still very close.

I own both and sprayed both on each wrist and the resemblance is uncanny.

I think I'll pass on Spicebomb, not different enough from Eau de Baux.

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post #2 of 38
4/17/12 at 8:12pm
I have both, but to me they're different.
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post #3 of 38
4/17/12 at 10:30pm
It must be good stuff b/c I see you got Kelley's number
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post #4 of 38
4/17/12 at 10:42pm
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Originally Posted by mesaboogie View Post

It must be good stuff b/c I see you got Kelley's number

Was wearing Edition Blanche and Aventus, that sealed the deal. Got the Spicebomb samples right after at Nordstrom -
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post #5 of 38
4/18/12 at 4:10am
One day I'll agree with one of these "exactly like" threads......but not today.......

Both lovely fragrances through.
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post #6 of 38
4/18/12 at 4:39am
O_O

i only find it similar to chergui, eau des baux not even close
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post #7 of 38
4/18/12 at 5:25am
I tried it yesterday and yes it did remind me of several other smells , it was nice but not purchase worthy for me
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post #8 of 38
4/18/12 at 5:38am
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Originally Posted by themoogle View Post

Eau de Baux.

I was at Nordstrom and got (3) 1.5 ml samples. Smells very very similar to Eau de Baux, slightly spicier, but still very close.

I own both and sprayed both on each wrist and the resemblance is uncanny.

I think I'll pass on Spicebomb, not different enough from Eau de Baux.

I did the same side-by-side test and reached the same conclusion.
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post #9 of 38
4/18/12 at 5:49am
I found it similar to the reissued L'Occitane Ambre.
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post #10 of 38
4/18/12 at 6:42am
If you put the top notes of Eau de Baux on top of Viktor & Rolf Antidote .. you got Spicebomb.

I think Spicebomb is a good mainstream fragrance but not as strong/interesting as Flowerbomb (or Antidote).
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post #11 of 38
4/18/12 at 7:12am
I think it smells like a stronger version of Gucci PH2.
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post #12 of 38
4/18/12 at 11:53am
I got Egoiste from a scent strip of Spicebomb. On my skin it started as Pure Havane and morphed into Armani Code. Weird little number.
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post #13 of 38
4/18/12 at 12:57pm
...shitty candy...

Edition BLanche AND Aventus? Layered?
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post #14 of 38
4/18/12 at 1:07pm
I got spicebomb and D&G's no 11 La Force today and I'd say they smell 90% the same. Spicebomb has a hint of spice that La Force doesn't and La Force is a touch more floral but overall very very similar. Spicebomb seems to last twice as long though, although twice the price too.
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post #15 of 38
4/18/12 at 1:15pm
Similar, but not too similar.

Not a fan of Spicebomb but I love EdB. It's the vanilla and incense that really set EdB apart.
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post #16 of 38
4/18/12 at 6:36pm
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Originally Posted by laph View Post

One day I'll agree with one of these "exactly like" threads......but not today.......

Both lovely fragrances through.

I agree.....Gary
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post #17 of 38
4/19/12 at 2:08am
1 Million + CK One Shock Him + Tobacco Vanille - Longevity = Spicebomb
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post #18 of 38
4/19/12 at 3:01pm
Smells like a combo of Eau de Baux, Tobacco Vanille, and maybe one million.
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post #19 of 38
4/19/12 at 5:40pm
...cinnamon gum chewed after smoking a cigarette, followed by a swig of cream soda.

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Originally Posted by mesaboogie

It must be good stuff b/c I see you got Kelley's number

In this case, I suspect Kelley may be a man.
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post #20 of 38
11/1/12 at 9:58am
Not sure, actor David schwimmer's mom is a highly successful corporate attorney who favors smoking cigar.

I love our trenchant wit & keen observations however.

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Originally Posted by subhuman85 View Post

...cinnamon gum chewed after smoking a cigarette, followed by a swig of cream soda.


In this case, I suspect Kelley may be a man.
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post #21 of 38
11/1/12 at 11:11am
Sweaty Red Hots, lol. Overrated imo.
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post #22 of 38
11/1/12 at 12:32pm
Exactly like........hundreds of those other new limp creations........
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post #23 of 38
11/2/12 at 1:29am
they are very different to me, not even close. EDB smells sweeter to me
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post #24 of 38
11/2/12 at 4:33pm
Put Givenchy Play Intense on one wrist and Spicebomb on the other, wait a couple of hours and it becomes hard to really tell one from the other. I prefer Spicebomb as it has more character and more interesting in how it develops on my skin.
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post #25 of 38
11/2/12 at 5:22pm
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Originally Posted by kalli View Post

Sweaty Red Hots, lol. Overrated imo.

If I want manly sweaty red hots (which I don't) I'll go for Fahrenheit.
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post #26 of 38
11/2/12 at 7:50pm
I have not had the displeasure of smelling Spicebomb, but by the comments I've been reading, I don't want to. YIKES!!!
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post #27 of 38
11/2/12 at 8:02pm
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Originally Posted by southerngardens View Post

I have not had the displeasure of smelling Spicebomb, but by the comments I've been reading, I don't want to. YIKES!!!

Don't let the negative comments dissuade you from sampling Spicebomb, I think it is quite nice.
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post #28 of 38
11/2/12 at 11:36pm
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Originally Posted by chili_willi View Post

Don't let the negative comments dissuade you from sampling Spicebomb, I think it is quite nice.

I wore it today, and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's really nice for fall and early spring. Very glad I have my bottle. I enjoy my Fahrenheit, too, and respect EdB, but if you like things a bit more candyish and fruity, Spicebomb is quite nice. Flowerbomb for guys!
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post #29 of 38
11/2/12 at 11:48pm
Spicebomb doesn't smell like Eau de Baux to me at all. I think the Spicebomb is pretty good not bad. I'm hoping they drop an Intense or Extreme version though. I'm not looking for it to be louder, I'd just like it to last longer on me.
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post #30 of 38
11/3/12 at 12:16am
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Originally Posted by Shiny Beast View Post

Spicebomb doesn't smell like Eau de Baux to me at all. I think the Spicebomb is pretty good not bad. I'm hoping they drop an Intense or Extreme version though. I'm not looking for it to be louder, I'd just like it to last longer on me.

Oooooooh! Intense would be interesting. I'm pretty happy with the current version, but I could be tempted!

Roberto of Creed told me a great trick for increasing longevity that I used today on Spicebomb, and actually got 17 hours out of it. Basically, I sprayed two additional sprays about 6-8 inches below each armpit, on my sides, under the shirt. Apparently, it's an oily spot that holds fragrance, but doesn't overheat like the armpits themselves. I was afraid that it might be too strong overall, but surprisingly, it seemed to increase longevity more than projection. I am still smelling it around me, over 17 hours later.

My skin is pretty good for Spicebomb anyway, but maybe it will work for you, too!
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post #31 of 38
11/3/12 at 12:40am
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Originally Posted by Redneck Perfumisto View Post

Roberto of Creed told me a great trick for increasing longevity that I used today on Spicebomb, and actually got 17 hours out of it. Basically, I sprayed two additional sprays about 6-8 inches below each armpit, on my sides, under the shirt. Apparently, it's an oily spot that holds fragrance, but doesn't overheat like the armpits themselves. I was afraid that it might be too strong overall, but surprisingly, it seemed to increase longevity more than projection. I am still smelling it around me, over 17 hours later.

Excellent tip Dr. Red, I'm'a give it a whirl.
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post #32 of 38
11/3/12 at 12:56am
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Originally Posted by Redneck Perfumisto View Post

...Roberto of Creed told me a great trick for increasing longevity...Basically, I sprayed two additional sprays about 6-8 inches below each armpit, on my sides, under the shirt. Apparently, it's an oily spot that holds fragrance, but doesn't overheat like the armpits themselves...


Used this method for years and it works.


Spicebomb does not smell like EdB, IMO. A spicier, less sweet Amber Narguile is what i get from Spicebomb.
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post #33 of 38
11/13/12 at 8:20am
EVERYBODY Who love the opening should BUY CK SHOCK for HIM !!!!
The Opening of SPicebomb smells exactly like the beginning till the end of CK SHOCK fragrance

CH Chic has also a similar bubble gum vibe
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post #34 of 38
11/13/12 at 10:21am
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Originally Posted by ChuckW View Post

I got Egoiste from a scent strip of Spicebomb.

Me too.

Never got to try it on my wrist, but on paper that was the first thing I thought of.
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post #35 of 38
11/13/12 at 11:34am
I think Spicebomb smells a bit like a combination of EdB and Gucci PH II.
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post #36 of 38
11/13/12 at 12:15pm
My skin is very dry and i don't get good longevity usually. This sounds interesting, i will definitely going to give it a try.
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post #37 of 38
11/13/12 at 7:31pm
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Originally Posted by Sol invictus View Post

I think Spicebomb smells a bit like a combination of EdB and Gucci PH II.

Absolutely. I'll add Tobacco Vanille to that list.
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post #38 of 38
11/13/12 at 10:38pm
On me, two different scents.
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