Scent/Fragrance of the Day thread

Thomas · Oct 27, 2008

Originally Posted by rach2jlc

Reg'lar or "eau de concentree???" Recent formulation or classic???

It's Le Regulaire, not the eau de frenchy concentree. However the bottle dates back around 20 years or so - I actually discarded the bottle itself because the sprayer was bad. Whether it's recent or classic I'm not sure. The bottle, however, was in the same general shape as the Antaeus bottle - the square-round style - as opposed to the current wide-boy.

However, I also have an old splash bottle marked Chanel For Men, which is of indeterminate age but assuredly authentic. Aside from some damaged topnotes, it smells remarkably similar to my 80's vintage bottle, and IMHO, notably long-lasting.

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BTW - I burn with envy at your custom title. And it's linked!!!

rach2jlc · Oct 27, 2008

Originally Posted by Thomas

It's Le Regulaire, not the eau de frenchy concentree. However the bottle dates back around 20 years or so - I actually discarded the bottle itself because the sprayer was bad. Whether it's recent or classic I'm not sure. The bottle, however, was in the same general shape as the Antaeus bottle - the square-round style - as opposed to the current wide-boy.

However, I also have an old splash bottle marked Chanel For Men, which is of indeterminate age but assuredly authentic. Aside from some damaged topnotes, it smells remarkably similar to my 80's vintage bottle, and IMHO, notably long-lasting.

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BTW - I burn with envy at your custom title. And it's linked!!!

I've got all the versions and each one of them have their appeal. The old CHanel for Men was the original title in the USA when it came out (it was something like "A Gentleman's Cologne" or something in the UK). It's a shame the top notes are damaged... it's quite a nifty chypre.

That being said, I like the current formulation, which is ostensibly the one you are using (the rectangular bottled one).

As for my custom title, it required the performing of certain "services" not to be disclosed outside DT. Sacre bleu!

dopey · Oct 27, 2008

This evening, Penhaligon's Douro.

juicemakesugar · Oct 28, 2008

Christian Dior Bois D'Argent

very pleasant honey note...intensifies as the temperature increases

Thomas · Oct 28, 2008

Today - the vintage Chanel for Men, damaged topnotes and all.

rach2jlc · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by Thomas

Today - the vintage Chanel for Men, damaged topnotes and all.

So, you're wearing a Chypre without the "CH."

I hope you enjoy your "Ypre" today, T.

Anyway, I think I'll join you and wear the Eau de Frenchy Concentree.

dopey · Oct 28, 2008

My wife informed me that Chanel recently changed the formula for No. 5 She was at Saks and smelled the EdP and, noticing that it was different, was told by the SA that the formula was changed. Putting aside the fact that SAs tend to know nothing, what say you? (Edit: I wonder if it was the new Eau Premiere that she tried?)

BTW, she tried Chanle Beige and wasn't sure what she thought of it.

Thomas · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by rach2jlc

So, you're wearing a Chypre without the "CH."

I hope you enjoy your "Ypre" today, T.

Anyway, I think I'll join you and wear the Eau de Frenchy Concentree.

Actually, in the early stages, the "Ypre" smells a LOT like Off Skintastic. The bug repellant. I smelled these on the same day and thought I'd lost my mind. At the moment it's a powdery, slightly musty amber.

I'd ask for my money back but since I lifted it from my brother's (Mr. Cool Water) bathroom in my folks house I don't guess I have reason to complain.

How are you liking PdN New York BTW?

Thomas · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by dopey

My wife informed me that Chanel recently changed the formula for No. 5 She was at Saks and smelled the EdP and, noticing that it was different, was told by the SA that the formula was changed. Putting aside the fact that SAs tend to know nothing, what say you?

BTW, she tried Chanle Beige and wasn't sure what she thought of it.

Nearly everything in a Chanel bottle has been reformulated at some point or other, in some cases repeatedly. Same can be said of Guerlain, Caron, Piguet, Fragonard, et. al. For instance, in the 50's - Chanel No. 5 used Nitro musks which are better than today's synthetic musks...but are currently banned. Happens over and over.

Is it possible she tested the No. 5 Eau Premiere instead (it's a major stretch but possible)? If she noticed a subtle change, then yeah, I'd say it was reformulated.

dopey · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by Thomas

Nearly everything in a Chanel bottle has been reformulated at some point or other, in some cases repeatedly. Same can be said of Guerlain, Caron, Piguet, Fragonard, et. al. For instance, in the 50's - Chanel No. 5 used Nitro musks which are better than today's synthetic musks...but are currently banned. Happens over and over.

Is it possible she tested the No. 5 Eau Premiere instead (it's a major stretch but possible)? If she noticed a subtle change, then yeah, I'd say it was reformulated.

As you will note, I had already changed my post when I realized the Eau Premiere possibility. She doesn't really wear No. 5, so I have no idea how "old" her memory of it is. She has a frighteningly accurate memory for all things, so even if it wasn't otherwise sound policy, I tend to not question her. But I wouldn't be surprised if she asked to try No. 5 and they handed her the Eau Premiere and said "here, it's the new formula."

Thomas · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by dopey

As you will note, I had already changed my post when I realized the Eau Premiere possibility. She doesn't really wear No. 5, so I have no idea how "old" her memory of it is. She has a frighteningly accurate memory for all things, so even if it wasn't otherwise sound policy, I tend to not question her. But I wouldn't be surprised if she asked to try No. 5 and they handed her the Eau Premiere and said "here, it's the new formula."

Another thought occurred to me - formulas change between concentrations. The Chanel No. 5 parfum is the strongest and fullest expression of No.5. Generally speaking - as you dilute them down (Parfum > EdP > EdT), different aspects tend to shine - citrus, florals, musks. Some houses actually have different formulas for each strength. If she's used to the parfum and tries the EdP or EdT, then yeah, it will be different.

As for the SA's - some are better than others, but I think the better ones are used to the perfumistas and readily acknowledge that the customer's nose is frequently right.

rach2jlc · Oct 28, 2008

Originally Posted by Thomas

How are you liking PdN New York BTW?

Weirdly enough, I'm quite enjoying it. What bothered me the first go around was the middle notes, when it suddenly became weirdly powdery, but over the past year or two I've been using LOTS of older styled gentleman's "masculine" scents and so perhaps I've just acclimatized myself more to it and its ilk now than before.

It could also be the season... this one seems to be nice in the cooler weather.

In any case, I'm glad I've been trying it again, but it's definitely not a "Holy Grail."

tricky · Oct 28, 2008

For those wearing John Varvatos, how much do you spray?

I was doing 2 sprays and a few hours later, nothing. Today I did 3 sprays (chest, back of neck and wrist) and again, a few hours later nothing.

I thought it had decent longetivity?

Maharlika · Oct 28, 2008

Maison Parfumeur et Garnier's Santal Noble

dopey · Oct 29, 2008

Originally Posted by Thomas

Another thought occurred to me - formulas change between concentrations. The Chanel No. 5 parfum is the strongest and fullest expression of No.5. Generally speaking - as you dilute them down (Parfum > EdP > EdT), different aspects tend to shine - citrus, florals, musks. Some houses actually have different formulas for each strength. If she's used to the parfum and tries the EdP or EdT, then yeah, it will be different.

As for the SA's - some are better than others, but I think the better ones are used to the perfumistas and readily acknowledge that the customer's nose is frequently right.

This was her explanation.

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