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post #1 of 22
Thread Starter 
Okay, so I'm pretty new to fragrances. My exposure has only been mass-markey stuff (Gucci, which I like, Cool Water, if that counts, CK1 etc.). I do know some frags I don't like (like Joop, I HATE Joop) and anything with Patchouli (I had a locker next to a girl who used Patchouli instead of showering in high school). I am from the Pacific Northwest, although currently live in New England and would love to find a fragrance that is reminiscent of growing up in the PNW. Is there anything out there that smells a bit of camping and/or the woods. I love pine, cedar and the smell of woodsmoke. I don't tend to like "sweet" scents and I don't want anything overpowering. Any ideas or suggestions from you experienced types? Thanks in advance!
post #2 of 22
I think the best place for you to start is probably with Comme des Garçons - they have a whole bunch of good unconventional conifer/pine-centered frags like Hinoki, Zagorsk and 3.

For campfire mood, nothing beats Profumum Arso and Honoré des Pres Chaman's Party - both heavily smoky vetivers.

Other options in the "wild west" category are D.S. & Durga Freetrapper, Tauer Lonestar Memories and Aramis classic New West.

For something with the pine/cedar mixed up with a bit more leather and birch, try Heeley's Cuir Pleine Fleur - or why not Chanel's legendary Cuir de Russie?...
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post #4 of 22
Try Encre Noire.
post #5 of 22
Given the notes you enjoy, I highly recommend Mustang. I believe you would truly enjoy it. Woodsmoke, tobacco, lavender, cedar, a bit of lemon, etc. The notes are so well-crafted that you can smell the folds of the layers. If you try it and I am wrong, please let me know.
post #6 of 22
Noble Cedar by Chopard
post #7 of 22
Some good suggestions. I'd just add Vetyver by L'Occitane and Norne by Slumberhouse (actually made in Portland).
post #8 of 22
Serge Lutens Fille en Aiguilles and Dior Granville are two others you might like.
post #9 of 22
Sonoma Scent Studios do a good line of resinous, smoky fragrances - Fireside Intense, Winter Woods.

ihateperfume's Burning Leaves, Fire from Heaven or Black March may be worth trying, too.
post #10 of 22
burberry london
post #11 of 22
Another good one. And it won't kill your wallet.
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Originally Posted by dreese View Post

Given the notes you enjoy, I highly recommend Mustang. I believe you would truly enjoy it. Woodsmoke, tobacco, lavender, cedar, a bit of lemon, etc. The notes are so well-crafted that you can smell the folds of the layers. If you try it and I am wrong, please let me know.
post #12 of 22
Alpha by the House of Matriarch from Seattle is what you want.

Halston z-14 may be adequate for your purposes though.
post #13 of 22
Dirty English if you can find it.
post #14 of 22
...try Pino Silvestre : it's nice and costs a little...!

post #15 of 22
Gucci PH I/Comme de Garcons 2 Man
post #16 of 22
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Originally Posted by Dane77 View Post

I think the best place for you to start is probably with Comme des Garçons - they have a whole bunch of good unconventional conifer/pine-centered frags like Hinoki, Zagorsk and 3.

This is a good place to start. If you can find some, try Andy Tauer's fragrances. Also consider Comme de Garçons 2 man (smoky frankincense) and L'Artisan's Timbuktu.
post #17 of 22
If you can track it down, Gucci pour Homme (2003) is likely going to hit all your needs. It's nice, incense-laden, woodsy, smoky, but subtle and refined stuff.
post #18 of 22
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Norne by Slumberhouse (actually made in Portland).

This!
post #19 of 22
Thread Starter 
Wow, thanks for all of the suggestions especially the variety in notes and price! Now....where to start? I currently have a "cart" FULL of samples @ Lucky Scent, is there a better way/website to get a chance to experience these frags?
post #20 of 22
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Wow, thanks for all of the suggestions especially the variety in notes and price! Now....where to start? I currently have a "cart" FULL of samples @ Lucky Scent, is there a better way/website to get a chance to experience these frags?

www.aedes.com

www.minnewyork.com
post #21 of 22
Le Labo, Patchouli 24....I know, I know, Patchouli, but when I smell it, it smells like a fireplace to me. You should sample it. It's unique and wonderul, IMO.
post #22 of 22
Bois d'Ascese. The ultimate campfire smell by Naomi Goodsir
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