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post #1 of 55
2/14/13 at 7:12pm
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Hey guys.

I've purchased about 3 colognes in the past (mont blanc pure, curve, and Kenneth Cole black) but I can't seem to find one that's great all around for use whenever and anytime. See, I really don't want a shelf of fragrances, just 1 I use all the time and maybe one that's better for night or clubs.

Really, I'm looking for something that isn't overpowering, is masculine, but not super in your face. Oh, and something that makes the ladies smile and blush is a obvious plus.

I've done some research (probaly too much because now I'm just more confused) and they mention stuff about skin type playing a factor. I have no clue what kind I have. Gut guess says dry skin. But I could have combo skin. All I know is I have dry elbows, my forehead gets kinda greasy, and my hands crack in the winter.

Also, I need something that lasts a acceptable amount of time without reapplication.

I also work around customers alot (I work in retail) so something that isn't overpowering like I said.

My work actually sells cologne, and being able to use my discount I'd a definite plus. These are some of the kinds we sell, let me know if any jump out:

Issay miyaki pour homme
Burberry Brit
Davidoff cool water
Bvlgari aqua
Drakkar noir
Eternity Calvin Klein
Dolce and glabana light blue
Dolce and galbana the one

Not sure if any of these fit the bill I'm looking for.

I should also mention that my budget is around 40 or 50 dollars. I don't need any fancy, high roller stuff. Just something that is a good all around everyday anytime scent that is appealing to the ladies as well.

I'm also 23 years old, if age plays any kinda role in these things.

So let me know what you guys think thanks
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post #2 of 55
2/14/13 at 9:03pm
I would say Allure Homme Sport if your budget was around 70$ but instead I'll recommend Versace Pour Homme.



A 3.4oz bottle can be had for about 35$ online.
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post #3 of 55
2/14/13 at 9:26pm
From your list I think Burberry Brit would be a good choice. D&G The One is a great scent but it just doesn't last.
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post #4 of 55
2/14/13 at 9:26pm
Brit
Aqva
Cool water
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post #5 of 55
2/14/13 at 9:27pm
Carbone de Balmain
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post #6 of 55
2/14/13 at 10:35pm
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Originally Posted by NYCBoomBoom View Post

From your list I think Burberry Brit would be a good choice. D&G The One is a great scent but it just doesn't last.

I actually had a question about the Burberry Brit that's at my store. It's not in a box like I see it is in when I search it online (a plade looking design.) instead the box at my store just has a black and white picture of a guy in a scarf. Did they change the box? Is this the same cologne?
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post #7 of 55
2/14/13 at 10:45pm
I have a new bottle in its box and it looks like you've described:



So not at all sure about a change of design. But my bottle was bought a few years ago (manufactured September 2010).

There does seem to be a 'limited edition' box:

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post #8 of 55
2/14/13 at 11:00pm
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Originally Posted by NYCBoomBoom View Post

I have a new bottle in its box and it looks like you've described:



So not at all sure about a change of design. But my bottle was bought a few years ago (manufactured September 2010).

There does seem to be a 'limited edition' box:


You have the box with the guy or the plade?
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post #9 of 55
2/15/13 at 1:05am
Versace man eau friche
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post #10 of 55
2/15/13 at 2:28am
Cool Water would be my choice from your list.
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post #11 of 55
2/15/13 at 4:50am
Of your list, Cool Water is the only fragrance I would ever own. It is versatile, dries down very well and gets a lot of compliments.
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post #12 of 55
2/15/13 at 5:17am
I would recommend issy miyaki. Long lasting and very versatile
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post #13 of 55
2/15/13 at 8:06am
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You have the box with the guy or the plade?

I have the plaid one.
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post #14 of 55
2/15/13 at 8:21am
Any of the below IMHO - compliments all thru the yr irrespective of the season:
Chanel - Antaeus / Pour Monsieur concentree
Hermes - Terre d'Hermes / Bel Ami
Dior Eau Sauvage
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post #15 of 55
2/15/13 at 8:24am
Brit
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post #16 of 55
2/15/13 at 9:44am
Drakkar Noir
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post #17 of 55
2/15/13 at 3:40pm
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So I think I'm between Burberry Brit and miyaki.

I went to a Macy and sprayed them on opposite wrists to see which would smell better after a bit on my skin.

Me personally I think I like the Brit more, but the girl I did ask her opinion on said she liked the miyaki. I assume I can't go wrong with either?
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post #18 of 55
2/15/13 at 3:51pm
Get what you like. There'll be as many opinions as there are people. The only one you need to satisfy is yourself.
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post #19 of 55
2/15/13 at 7:57pm
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Lol, every girl I asked said they prefer the isse miyaki.

Still not sure if it smells masculine enough.
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post #20 of 55
2/15/13 at 8:20pm
Light Blue pour homme or Bulgari Aqua would be my picks off your list. Bulgari Man will cost about $35 online and fits everything you want.
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post #21 of 55
2/15/13 at 9:49pm
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Sheesh, I don't know. Now I'm thinking of trying the aqua gio. Ha ha.

I really don't know how to make my decision: what smells good to me or to the ladies?

So I guess it's between burberry brit, Issay miyaki pour homme, or aqua gio.

Really, I don't want to waste my money on the wrong cologne.
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post #22 of 55
2/15/13 at 9:50pm
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Sheesh, I don't know. Now I'm thinking of trying the aqua gio. Ha ha.

I really don't know how to make my decision: what smells good to me or to the ladies?

So I guess it's between burberry brit, Issay miyaki pour homme, or aqua gio.

Really, I don't want to waste my money on the wrong cologne.
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post #23 of 55
2/16/13 at 9:04am
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Originally Posted by Nolifeking View Post

Sheesh, I don't know. Now I'm thinking of trying the aqua gio. Ha ha.

I really don't know how to make my decision: what smells good to me or to the ladies?

So I guess it's between burberry brit, Issay miyaki pour homme, or aqua gio.

Really, I don't want to waste my money on the wrong cologne.

Based on this sentence, get adg!
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post #24 of 55
2/16/13 at 11:17am
Gucci Pour Homme II for everyday, safe around others.

Try Perry Ellis 360 Red. Close to ADG and should probably satisfy the ladies.

I prefer YSL La Nuit to Brit, however, Brit is pretty nice.

YSL L'homme will be another one the ladies will like, and is a good everyday scent whether summer or winter.

Creed Silver Mountain Water, you can find a 30ml decant for around $50.

But from your list, I would vote for Brit and The One
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post #25 of 55
2/16/13 at 12:52pm
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Originally Posted by goody2141 View Post

Gucci Pour Homme II for everyday, safe around others.

Try Perry Ellis 360 Red. Close to ADG and should probably satisfy the ladies.

I prefer YSL La Nuit to Brit, however, Brit is pretty nice.

YSL L'homme will be another one the ladies will like, and is a good everyday scent whether summer or winter.

Creed Silver Mountain Water, you can find a 30ml decant for around $50.

But from your list, I would vote for Brit and The One

But do ladies like brit?
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post #26 of 55
2/16/13 at 1:20pm
Not sure you want to wear any one thing every day.
L'eau de Issey (Issey Miyake) pour homme and Cool Water are nice, women like 'em, but they're somewhat seasonal. Ideally warm weather appropriate. The Issey Miyake is close to Aqua di Gio but cheaper.
Two that will work all year round, informal or formal, would be Prada Amber and Esencia Loewe. Sample them if you can. Great frags. The E.L. has *zero* negative reviews here on BN.
The suggestion of YSL LaNuit is pretty good too... sweet, but women love it.

Some of those you name don't have the longevity you want.
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post #27 of 55
2/16/13 at 1:21pm
I think its a pretty safe scent. Kind of powdery. i don't see why they would hate it, but everyone is different. ADG/PE 360 Red is a pretty safe choice just based on female reactions.

Most likely no matter what you have, as long as it isn't awful, females will probably think you smell nice. But each individual has a few scents that they are crazy over. We can't choose that.
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post #28 of 55
2/16/13 at 4:36pm
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So during warmer times, which do you think between the issey miyaki or aqua do gio
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post #29 of 55
2/16/13 at 5:16pm
Gevenchy Play and Polo blue
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post #30 of 55
2/16/13 at 7:10pm
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I still wonder if I should care more about what smells good to me or the ladies?
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post #31 of 55
2/16/13 at 7:29pm
D&G The One is a really nice fragrance for work and going out. It's not a really loud fragrance and doesn't last long, but during those 4 hours or so it's really hard to beat.
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post #32 of 55
2/16/13 at 11:22pm
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Originally Posted by silentrich View Post

D&G The One is a really nice fragrance for work and going out. It's not a really loud fragrance and doesn't last long, but during those 4 hours or so it's really hard to beat.

I was looking for something that I could wear during the day in afternoon. Because I don't tend to go out alot, and if I do then I guess I'll buy a "going out" cologne.

I honestly just didn't want more than two or three scents. Because it might have seemed over kill or too expensive to juggle that many and figure out when to use them.
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post #33 of 55
2/17/13 at 9:05am
I would say ADG over Issey Miyake. But definitely look at PE 360 Red instead of ADG, it will save you some money. Even with your discount from work, I believe you can find lower prices overall if you just look around.
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post #34 of 55
2/17/13 at 9:16am
Get some Mugler Cologne in your collection.
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post #35 of 55
2/17/13 at 9:34am
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Originally Posted by goody2141 View Post

I would say ADG over Issey Miyake. But definitely look at PE 360 Red instead of ADG, it will save you some money. Even with your discount from work, I believe you can find lower prices overall if you just look around.

So, lets say that I could go with any cologne that isn't terribly expensive, which would you suggest?
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post #36 of 55
2/17/13 at 10:08am
Personally, I wouldn't go near Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue for men with a 10 foot pole.

I cannot recommend Cuba Red enough. Don't be deterred by the $5 price tag, it comes damn near close to smelling like a niche fragrance. If you got that, plus, say, L'eau d'Issey Miyake, you're set. Also look out for Polo Black or Double black, both great in my opinion.
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post #37 of 55
2/17/13 at 11:20am
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Brit
Aqva
Cool water

+1

can't beat these for work horses.
also Aqva and Cool Water run pretty cheap.
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post #38 of 55
2/17/13 at 8:08pm
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Is brit a good all season cologne, though. Or is it only good for fall/winter?

I I had to have a spring/summer cologne and a fall/winter cologne from my list I put in the OP, which would fit best into each respectable catagory?
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post #39 of 55
2/17/13 at 9:25pm
1. Davidoff Cool water
2. Burberry Brit
3. Calvin Klein Eternity
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post #40 of 55
2/18/13 at 1:58pm
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If I had to choose between bvlgari aqva and burberry brit, which one ?
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post #41 of 55
2/18/13 at 3:23pm
From your list, Aqva, Brit, & Cool Water. And maybe The One for evenings. I'd also throw in Dolce and Gabanna pour Homme as a good everyday scent. (I'm guessing if you have access to D&G's The One, you probably have this one as well).
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post #42 of 55
2/18/13 at 3:32pm
Prada Infusion D'Homme.

Good everyday versatile scent. Can wear it to work, wear it with a hoody or wear it with a suit at a formal event.
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post #43 of 55
2/18/13 at 3:41pm
versace dreamer,bvlgari pour homme,and prada. 3 great choices for under 50 bucks. to go ultra cheap halston unbound, 360 white and 360 red..
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post #44 of 55
2/19/13 at 5:20am
Live Jazz
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post #45 of 55
2/19/13 at 7:24am
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Originally Posted by bigsteve View Post

Not sure you want to wear any one thing every day.
L'eau de Issey (Issey Miyake) pour homme and Cool Water are nice, women like 'em, but they're somewhat seasonal. Ideally warm weather appropriate. The Issey Miyake is close to Aqua di Gio but cheaper.
Two that will work all year round, informal or formal, would be Prada Amber and Esencia Loewe. Sample them if you can. Great frags. The E.L. has *zero* negative reviews here on BN.
The suggestion of YSL LaNuit is pretty good too... sweet, but women love it.

Some of those you name don't have the longevity you want.

Like which ones? I was thinking of having the issey miyaki for a summer scent and maybe burberry brit for a fall/winter scent. Unless there's a better winter scent from the list I put up. Like I said, I don't mind having a few scents (one for different times of the year or times) I just gotta figure out which ones I should get for that, and if I can get them from my work all the better.
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post #46 of 55
2/19/13 at 8:53am
From that list
D&G 1 because it smells great, but doesn't last so have a atomizer.

Burberry Brit nice long lasting scent, but it's a bit powdery.


One that is not on the list but I use often for work is Versace The Dreamer.
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post #47 of 55
2/19/13 at 10:48am
From this list, I'd choose Burberry Brit or CK Eternity.
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post #48 of 55
2/19/13 at 1:50pm
Versace Pour Homme, He Wood Ocean Wet Wood and Burberry for Men.
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post #49 of 55
2/20/13 at 2:52am
VPH or if you want Mugler Cologne
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post #50 of 55
2/21/13 at 3:59am
Definitely Dolce and Gabbana The One! Perfect for day or night!
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post #51 of 55
2/21/13 at 9:16am
why dont you sample?
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post #52 of 55
2/21/13 at 9:52am
So you are looking for 1 to use all the time and 1 that's for night or clubs.
Not overpowering, is masculine, but not super in your face. And something that makes the ladies smile and blush.
Lasts a acceptable amount of time without reapplication.

From your list, my pick is L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme; gets compliments and would last nicely through the day, but its kinda warm oriental woody that I love but may not be everyone's cup of tea. A girl working in my office would literally put her nose on my arm and wrist even time she pass me if i was wearing Issey. Drakkar though old school is a deadly night scent if clubbing is your thing, no longevity to speak of though.

Eternity is versatile and goes a long long way and Brits is an nice option for day wear too.

I would try Terre d'Hermes for day and perhaps Armani Code or Gucci Guilty Intense for nights too. Have fun.
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post #53 of 55
2/21/13 at 2:56pm
D&G the one plus carry small decant in your pocket

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I also like bvlgari pour homme extreme
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post #54 of 55
2/23/13 at 10:59am
Issay miyaki pour homme - I have never liked this one. It's too strong and gives me a headache. The 2009 summer version is a nicer, "softer," greener version. Although I doubt they have that where you work. This one's usually love or hate.

Burberry Brit - A bit powdery but it's a nice fragrance overall. Not overpowering, but not weak. Definitely another soft fragrance. I like it and have considered purchasing it myself...but never pulled the trigger on this one.

Davidoff cool water - Not a huge fan, but most people like it. Just your everyday fresh scent. Everyone knows it, which isn't a bad thing. I think I just got TOO used to smelling it on a friend of mine.

Bvlgari aqua - Avoid. Can't stand this one; it's a strong aquatic but smells like ocean water. Definitely not the best fragrance out there.

Drakkar noir - Not bad, but I feel it's outdated. I still use it from time to time, but I wouldn't really recommend it.

Eternity Calvin Klein - Older fragrance but it's definitely not outdated. It smells great and is very versatile. Honestly, from your list this is one of the best.

Dolce and glabana light blue - Another aquatic. Unlike aqua, this one isn't too strong. It's actually very nice. Somewhat fresh, but overall it smells great.

Dolce and galbana the one - Probably one of my favorite. Unfortunately the rumors about it not lasting on your skin are true. I've worn it in hot humid climates (Brazil) and cold temperatures (Stockholm). It doesn't last either way.

Try out Burberry Men, Boss Bottled, Lacoste Pour Homme.
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post #55 of 55
3/26/13 at 11:03am
Bulgari Acqua and Cool Water
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