I just use Avon's Leather.
Because, yes, I'm worth it.
You are very worth it. Did you know Avon’s vintage Windjammer smells closer to the scent profile of English Leather then does Avon Leather?
I just use Avon's Leather.
Because, yes, I'm worth it.
Good post @RayClem. I am a collector of vintage and modern aftershaves. I have lifetime supplies of vintage classic aftershaves such as Shulton’s Old Spice, English Leather, British Sterling and even Brut by Faberge.
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While I agree wholeheartedly with the fact that many modern aftershave formulas have changed from their original versions because of synthetic substitutes and other variables, I have to politely and respectfully, disagree, that their modern versions “don’t smell anything like their past, original versions?”
While scent and individual smell is a ymmv thing, I believe saying, modern versions smell nothing like the older versions is simply inaccurate.
From my personal experience of collecting and using over 200 modern and vintage aftershaves, I can confidently say, vintage Brut is much better than modern Brut.
However, the scent of modern Brut, is the exact same scent as vintage Brut. I can name, list and tell you, a dozen different reasons, why Shulton Old Spice is better then it modern Procter & Gamble formula. But I also, have and need to honestly say, modern Old Spice still smells the same in its familiar scent profile.
Is it as strong? No.
Is it as spicy? No.
Is it as smooth and wonderful a bouquet of aroma’s as vintage Shulton. No, it is not.
But modern Old Spice does indeed smell like…. Old Spice.
And modern Brut smells like Brut.
It may have some synthetic overtones which can give off a very slight chemical note in it’s dry down, but it’s familiar scent profile is very much still the same classic fougere as the original Faberge.
Of all of my collection, I think modern English Leather versus my vintage MEM, probably is the biggest difference of an example of formula change.
Modern EL, just has a harsh scent of dirty leaves that just isn’t there with the vintage MEM. But again, if you miss the smell of English Leather and don’t have any vintage on hand?
The modern’s basic scent profile, even with all of it’s formula changes is still similar and very reminiscent of and still can and will be recognized as “English Leather”.
And so does/will classic modern Brut. If you love the scents of the classic’s of yesteryear, feel free to use the modern versions, because I still do.
I've never tried/had the opportunity. I'd probably like it. I liked their Spicy.I just use Avon's Leather.
Because, yes, I'm worth it.
I can fix that for ya. I know that I've got more than I need. AND it would make my War Department less contentious if I got rid of some! Lol, if she ever reads my crud on here I am toast.I've never tried/had the opportunity. I'd probably like it. I liked their Spicy.
Very nice. I'd love some and if I can help the war on the home front, I'm in.I can fix that for ya. I know that I've got more than I need. AND it would make my War Department less contentious if I got rid of some! Lol, if she ever reads my crud on here I am toast.
I'll go through my stuff tomorrow. My lovely best friend was tickled pink I sent out 3 packages this week of "that junk you keep getting!"Very nice. I'd love some and if I can help the war on the home front, I'm in.
Keep us posted my friend.Hey all. Quick update. The Brut continues to improve in the glass bottle. Every time it has a less acrid opening scent and I enjoy it more and more.
Unfortunately, we've had some life issues come up for our family so my vintage after shave acquisition, as well as the rest of my acquisitions, will be put on hold for the foreseeable future.
You brought tears to my eyes. Not pity, I don't do pity. But a healthy kind of pride to know another person who knows what real blessings are.@FarmerTan - Sorry if it sounded dire. It's actually good news for both of our kiddos. My daughter, who is special needs, just got moved from the wait list to active list for one of the few child occupational therapists in our area. She gets to start this week. Additionally, our son was recently moved from the wait list to the active list for a child speech language pathologist to help him with his stutter and pronunciation and starts this week also. The only downside is that insurance doesn't cover either for our kiddos so we pay out of pocket for it. Also, please don't read this with a tone of disappointment or a lack of happiness. I would gladly take on an additional job or two to provide all of the services my daughter and son need to be as successful and happy in this life as possible. God blessed me with 2 amazing kiddos that teach me about Him and me everyday. The least I can do is give them everything they need and I will do that happily everyday.
.. he made sure to make memories with my mom, brother and I as often as possible. I don't ever remember the times that he wasn't around because all the memories were made during the times that he was. It's a good lesson that I learned and am putting into practice with my kiddos.
Smells like Brut from many years ago. Skin goodies are sufficient. I do think this smells better than the oval bottle with the long snout. Get yourself a bottle!View attachment 1773067
I can get this locally. How is it? Made in Mexico.
Oh my friend! You are an enabler of the werst order!Smells like Brut from many years ago. Skin goodies are sufficient. I do think this smells better than the oval bottle with the long snout. Get yourself a bottle!
Proceed, because for years I have been blamed, accused, labeled, as a man responsible for many things gone haywire or awry. But, how can you guys resist Brut?! I splashed some on last evening after shaving, and, this new bottle design does smell brighter and less heavy than my bottle that is about three years old. Also, the new deodorant round stick smells better, too. Maybe I'm "all wet" here, but my thoughts now are that the scent has been reformulated, and it is more like the Brut of, say, twenty years ago. I still want to try the European version of Brut in aftershave and cologne. Brut is one of few scents that smells great, refreshes, enhances your manliness, is priced where it is affordable, and brings compliments from others, especially the ladies.Oh my friend! You are an enabler of the werst order!
I will be sure to blame you when my lovely War Department gets upset at my growing kollection...