Scent/Fragrance of the Day thread

[L'Incandescent]

I agree with Osiris2012 for the most part. I enjoy Chergui myself, but not everybody does, and so I wouldn't encourage you to blind buy it. Again, DHI is very good, but there are a lot of people who think it's too feminine. If that's a concern for you, then you'd probably want to avoid it.

If you can find L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme at a reasonable price, I would strongly recommend it.

 

[Ulsterman]

SOTE: Ambre 114

 

[5354]

Thank you Osiris and Incandescent. What are your thoughts on the regular DH and LIDG compared to the ones mentioned above?

 

[milesdavisjr]

Bought Tomford's black orchid and alure sport for men by chsnel. Im slways comfortable with eccentric molecules but couldn't be bothered to go akk the way to harveynicholas

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[Fred G. Unn]

Bergamote 22, 1 spray, non-offensive for air travel today.

 

[California Dreamer]

SOTD today is Hugh Parsons Whitehall. I imagine this is how it feels when the cops subject you to pepper spray.

 

[Master-Classter]

Sorting through some more samples, so some mini reviews for y'all:

Penhaligon's Sartorial - well I'm sure you guys know this one. I get a sort of sharp baby powder. It's not feminine for sure, though it hints at things that traditionally are - flowers, powder, etc. This is very well blended and I'm having trouble picking apart individual notes actually. Certainly reminds me of HdP 1725 and MDCI Invasion Barbare. The Basenotes directory lists off a stack of things, and I can now pull out a couple, like ginger and violets plus some woody spicey basenotes. In theory just looking at that pyramid, I'm sure most people including myself would run away confused, but it's probably the source's fault for actually listing more than just the big buckets. These scents have hundreds/thousands of molecules and tens of accords but the marketing people usually help by narrowing it down. Guess this one slipped through the cracks. What I will say is it's very very nice, very refined and fairly easy to wear. I'd say quite versatile. Probably slightly older/gentlemanly, and actually I think even a very old guy could pull this off too. Probably someone in high school, but honestly I'd say try Versace's Dreamer for example, instead, but it's in that same ballpark. I might even say there's a hint of a smoother Rive Gauche in here too. I'd say it seems like nothing quite unique, but overall what it does offer is a very solid well rounded scent. Mid level projection and longevity, certainly enough to be acceptable. I'd say a must TRY, if not somewhat safe blind buy actually (assuming you like the above 3-4 scents)

Histoire de Parfums Ambre 114 - OK well it's a vanille heavy amber. Slightly boozy, almost plastic (I find that amber vanilla effect makes me think of burning plastic). I could swear I smell some sort of orangy citrus in the opening here. My initial impression is that this is nothing exciting. Well executed amber, amongst a sea of similar offerings. I'm feeling like it's a lot like Hermes Ambre de Merveilles. There's a hint of floral elements and some spice and woods. I'd say this is ever so slightly masculine but it straddles the gender neutral pivot point. Strong projection and mid to high longevity. There's this unbalanced tonka/musk base coming out that reminds me of Givenchy Pi. All this may make it sound like it's a lackluster scent, but actually it's pretty solid. Maybe too boring, but still well done. As the BN reviews have pointed out, it's got a honeyed sweetness but doesn't push over into cloying territory. I think it's a bit like Balmain's Amber Gris. So perhaps overall it's too tame, but it's honest and nice and works well. I've got a range of ambers that go in a direction (Ambre Fetiche for Leather, Amber Absolute for spice, etc), so if you need a good solid amber, TRY this one. If you've got something like the Hermes, or MPG Ambre Precieux, etc then it's a bit redundant. Probably a good intro for straight up amber done well. As with Sartorial, I have a feeling I might end up buying a bottle of this when I've sorted through all my samples/decants.

 

[L'Incandescent]



Thank you Osiris and Incandescent. What are your thoughts on the regular DH and LIDG compared to the ones mentioned above?

If you have any worries about a fragrance seeming too feminine for a guy, then you're going to have the same worries with DH as with DHI. On the other hand, I think LIDG is wonderful, and perfectly appropriate for an 18 year old. If you are committed to blind buying, then I'd say it's a safe bet (as blind buys go).

I am wearing Ombre de Hyacinth today. I am keen to try the new Oud Fleur and Tobacco Oud, especially the former. I've read that it reminds people of Cafe Rose, which I love.

Also, word on the street is that Dior Eau Noire is being discontinued.

 

[Osiris2012]

Thank you Osiris and Incandescent. What are your thoughts on the regular DH and LIDG compared to the ones mentioned above?

Yeah I agree with Incandescent and second LIDG as a safe blind buy. I actually prefer the regular to the much fabled extreme version but either way I don't see either of them as too feminine, unisex at best. Let us know what you end up with.

 

[James1051]

Morning all

Royal Oud for me today. Cedar pencil, if you like that.

 

[kulata]

SOTD: Chergui - Serge Lutens

 

[HORNS]



With Basenotes pausing any registrations I thought I'd get SF's opinion.

I'm looking for a fall/winter fragrance for an 18 year-old. Where I live it's rainy during these seasons and I would like the fragrance to be inoffensive (nothing that's polarizing, but generally loved). I have been looking at the following options:

- Dior Homme Intense
- L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme (impossible to find at a decent price so I may leave this out)
- Pure Havane by Thierry Mugler
- Chergui by Serge Lutens 

I haven't smelled these, so this might just be a blind buy (how stupid of me). I'm wondering if these would be too "mature" for my age and therefore, unsuitable. Any other recommendations are appreciated.

Thanks.

All of these that you listed are pretty "rich", meaning that they have a sweetness and depth to them. Based on what you are listing, may I recommend you trying a sample of Diptyque 34 Boulevard St. Germain, which I think fits in with what your preferences are but it is just a beautiful fragrance and a good deal considering its quality.

 

[HORNS]

Yesterday: Voyage d'Hermes parfum.

 

[HORNS]



I agree with Osiris2012 for the most part. I enjoy Chergui myself, but not everybody does, and so I wouldn't encourage you to blind buy it. Again, DHI is very good, but there are a lot of people who think it's too feminine. If that's a concern for you, then you'd probably want to avoid it.

If you can find L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme at a reasonable price, I would strongly recommend it.

Yeah, I wouldn't blind-buy any of those that you listed. None of those you listed are sure bets on you liking them. Far from it, actually.

 

[moviebuff]

New to the forum so I want to say hello to everyone. I am wearing Terre D'Hermes my go scent for the fall and winter. It feels a little heavier than the other fragrances I own.