Hello friends! Well, I've just about used up the fragrances that you all helped me pick in this thread a year and half ago so I guess it's time to pick up some more . And for that, I could certainly use your help and guidance as, like I said last time, while I may be quite knowledgeable when it comes to shaving I am very, very lacking in experience as it relates to fragrances. For those who want to help me out without having to dig through an old thread, here's the quick summary:
My favorites that I tried (and ultimately bought bottles of each) were: Floris Santal, Floris Elite, and Eau Sauvage EDT
One that I enjoyed but found a bit flatter and duller, generally less complex and less interesting than the others, was: Guerlain Vetiver
Others that I tried that I didn't enjoy were: Parfums de Nicolai Cologne Sologne, Floris JF, and Houbigant Fougere Royale
For explanations on why I disliked these, you can read the old thread
So. As I think about what to buy next, I truthfully would be very glad to buy any or all of the two Floris scents that I enjoyed and/or the Eau Sauvage again. In fact, I might do just this.... I have thoroughly enjoyed each of these. That said.... I can't ever leave well enough alone (you know how it is right?!?!?), and what sort of B&Ber would I be if I passed up the chance to test out a few more fragrances here, am I right????
So... I could use your help. What else should I try? Ideally I'd like something in a similar price range (or less) than the bottles mentioned that I've enjoyed. I tend to like natural scents that are not overly floral. I will say this... I find Santal to be incredibly classy to the nose, I find Elite to be a scent that reminds me of a good old fashioned bar with some class and lots of dark wood, and I find Eau Sauvage to be a lovely scent with just the right amount of floral notes for me to still tolerate (anything more and it would be a no go for me). When I think about expanding my range of scents, I think I'd enjoy something that's fun. Something for a fun summer evening. Not too young and shopping mall smelling.... but something that a fun classy guy (I hope that describes me? ) can put on for fun in the evenings or on the weekend. I'm thinking maybe something with some rum, some pineapple, who knows what else... and NO I can't afford aventus LOL (maybe in the next life). Doesn't even need to be rum or pineapple.... that's just an idea.... but you get what I'm saying I hope. Something I can wear by the water with the family or friends and relax and have a good time. Santal and Eau Sauvage and Elite all have their purposes.... it's not what I just described (at least not in my mind).
So, given the above, and given my preferences based on what I've tried and liked/disliked, if any of you kind gents have made it this far and are still reading, first, thank you!!! and second I really would welcome any suggestions for me that you might have. Thank you!
My favorites that I tried (and ultimately bought bottles of each) were: Floris Santal, Floris Elite, and Eau Sauvage EDT
One that I enjoyed but found a bit flatter and duller, generally less complex and less interesting than the others, was: Guerlain Vetiver
Others that I tried that I didn't enjoy were: Parfums de Nicolai Cologne Sologne, Floris JF, and Houbigant Fougere Royale
For explanations on why I disliked these, you can read the old thread
So. As I think about what to buy next, I truthfully would be very glad to buy any or all of the two Floris scents that I enjoyed and/or the Eau Sauvage again. In fact, I might do just this.... I have thoroughly enjoyed each of these. That said.... I can't ever leave well enough alone (you know how it is right?!?!?), and what sort of B&Ber would I be if I passed up the chance to test out a few more fragrances here, am I right????
So... I could use your help. What else should I try? Ideally I'd like something in a similar price range (or less) than the bottles mentioned that I've enjoyed. I tend to like natural scents that are not overly floral. I will say this... I find Santal to be incredibly classy to the nose, I find Elite to be a scent that reminds me of a good old fashioned bar with some class and lots of dark wood, and I find Eau Sauvage to be a lovely scent with just the right amount of floral notes for me to still tolerate (anything more and it would be a no go for me). When I think about expanding my range of scents, I think I'd enjoy something that's fun. Something for a fun summer evening. Not too young and shopping mall smelling.... but something that a fun classy guy (I hope that describes me? ) can put on for fun in the evenings or on the weekend. I'm thinking maybe something with some rum, some pineapple, who knows what else... and NO I can't afford aventus LOL (maybe in the next life). Doesn't even need to be rum or pineapple.... that's just an idea.... but you get what I'm saying I hope. Something I can wear by the water with the family or friends and relax and have a good time. Santal and Eau Sauvage and Elite all have their purposes.... it's not what I just described (at least not in my mind).
So, given the above, and given my preferences based on what I've tried and liked/disliked, if any of you kind gents have made it this far and are still reading, first, thank you!!! and second I really would welcome any suggestions for me that you might have. Thank you!