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post #1 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:06am
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I am looking for a new fragrance with no particular seasonal criteria. I am looking for something that has average to long projection and sillage that smells good. I currently have YSL L'homme, Le Nuit, Dior Homme and Intense, Aqua Di Gio, John Varvatos, Chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme and Edition blanche. Any suggestions are welcome. Also, I am 24 year old going into the business world.

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post #2 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:16am
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Boucheron Homme Jaipür EDP
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post #3 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:24am
I have or have had all but one of the fragrances you listed. I'd suggest/recommend trying Cartier Declaration, Spicebomb, Armani Code, Pure Malt, and Pure Havane.
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post #4 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:31am
Try something vetiver'ish for a change?

Guerlains Vetiver is great, fresh but still polite and versatile with a great longevity and a decent projection.
You could also try Diors Eau Sauvage Perfume, the vetiver flanker. It's (in my opinion) damn good, lasts for a great while and projects above average.

If not those, I'd recommend a straight up eau de cologne. Check out Aqua Di Parma Colonia. Yummi goodness. Pair it with the shower gel and it'll last a surprisingly long time, and you'll end up smelling fresh and clean.
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post #5 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:46am
You have a mix of fresh and warmer sweeter.

For another fresh, I also recommend a vetiver, as hreple. Another one would be Tom Ford Grey vetiver.

Or you could add something more avantgarde to your collection, for instance, Bulgari Black (rubber), or Lush Breath of God (smokey vetiver).

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post #6 of 20
2/6/13 at 10:49am
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Boucheron Homme Jaipür EDP


+1 for Jaipur Homme, but only the EDP. YOu could also try Winter Star by Michael Storer, but it may not be the number one pick for a "business world" scent. Way too sexy.
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post #7 of 20
2/6/13 at 11:06am
Suggest you sample around a bit and discover what you like.
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post #8 of 20
2/6/13 at 11:19am
You might want to consider:

Acqua Parma Colonia Assoluta

Habit Rouge EdT or EdP

From leftfield: Parfums D'Empire Eau de Gloire.
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post #9 of 20
2/6/13 at 11:55am
I love all the scents you've purchased so far and am in the same age group (I'm 22), so this might helpful. Try and get a sample of Diptyque Philosykos. It's basically an invigorating, aromatic fig scent with hints of cedar in the background. You can wear it anytime really during the spring and summer.
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post #10 of 20
2/6/13 at 12:13pm
I could see something like Chanel Platinum Egoiste, or even a light application of Versace's The Dreamer working well in a business environment.
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post #11 of 20
2/6/13 at 12:37pm
I think Platinum Egoiste is a good suggestion. Good for the business atmosphere.
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post #12 of 20
2/6/13 at 1:52pm
Musc Intense by Parfum de Nicolai
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post #13 of 20
2/6/13 at 3:21pm
Thread Starter 
thanks for all the input guys. It is hard to sample as I only have a Bon-Ton near me which only has a slim selection of designer fragrances, but I have used perfumedcourt before so I'll look into some of the ones you suggested.
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post #14 of 20
2/6/13 at 5:20pm
ISSEY MIYAKE for milder weather burberry london and minotaure for cooler weather
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post #15 of 20
2/6/13 at 5:25pm
+1 for Spicebomb...and I would like to mention I wear Terre D'Hermes to work with ease...
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post #16 of 20
2/6/13 at 5:40pm
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I think Platinum Egoiste is a good suggestion. Good for the business atmosphere.

Based on his current collection I'd agree. He'd probably dig it.
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post #17 of 20
2/6/13 at 5:55pm
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Have a sample of Spicebomb, which I really enjoy. I'm not sure it works as a work scent though because it seems like it could be overpowering but I'm new so what do I know lol. I think my first test is going to be for platinum egoiste since it is the easiest for me to find a tester for.

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Sampled both Platinum Egoiste and Guerlains Vetiver and I wasn't a fan of either. Egoiste wasnt' too bad but didn't impress me and I absolutely hated Guerlains Vetiver.
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post #18 of 20
2/7/13 at 5:41pm
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Sampled both Platinum Egoiste and Guerlains Vetiver and I wasn't a fan of either.

I have a sample of Platinum Egoiste and as much as I want to like it I can't imagine owning an entire bottle. I think a specific note in there just gives me a headache after a while.

And if you like Spicebomb try Cartier Declaration.
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post #19 of 20
2/7/13 at 6:15pm
Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta
Brooks Brothers New York Gentleman
Tom Ford Extreme
Atelier Cologne Vetiver Fatal
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post #20 of 20
2/7/13 at 6:48pm
Tom Ford Extreme is definitely worth a sample!
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