Awesome choice. My favorite!
Recommend “Old School” British Fragrances (especially for Autumn)
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Can anyone suggest a reputable US distributor for the British fragrances? I get nervous buying from Amazon distributors unless they are recommended.
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Well, since I first posted the thread, I’ve purchased several of the suggested fragrances. I’m in the US, and have had good results purchasing from companies like Shave Nation, West Coast Shaving, & Maggard Razors. I even used Walmart online to get Floris 89!
My two favourite Royal fragrances are Floris N°89 and D.R. Harris Windsor. 
I like the D.R. Harris Windsor. For a more cold weather D.R. Harris try Marlborough it's Cedar and sandalwood. I should say that I prefer D.R. Harris scents and their hard shaving pucks lather better for me than the other classic British names.
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Floris 89 and Floris Elite. Those pretty much define old school English and are classics. Also Eucris, but not everyone likes it, at least at first.
... wondering if you have tried Floris No.127? If so, your preference between the two?
Ian, in all honesty it's the first time I hear this N°127 mentioned. Is it a novelty, my friend?
Special No.127 Eau de Toilette | Floris London UK
A refreshing citrus blend of bergamot and orange with petitgrain introduce the heart of lavender and geranium along with the scent of neroli in this citrus floral fragrance, a classic mens cologne.
To my mind, 127 is the perfect fragrance for wearing with black tie or even white tie. 89 is a bit more of a "business suit" sort of scent. But both great.
Ian, if you do recommend it that is enough for me. On my next trip to London (hopefully in a couple of years, if pandemic allows) I'll buy a bottle directly there. Thank you very much.Special No.127 Eau de Toilette | Floris London UK
A refreshing citrus blend of bergamot and orange with petitgrain introduce the heart of lavender and geranium along with the scent of neroli in this citrus floral fragrance, a classic mens cologne.www.florislondon.com
To my mind, 127 is the perfect fragrance for wearing with black tie or even white tie. 89 is a bit more of a "business suit" sort of scent. But both great.
Ian, if you do recommend it that is enough for me. On my next trip to London (hopefully in a couple of years, if pandemic allows) I'll buy a bottle directly there. Thank you very much.
My pleasure.
I do recommend that you at least give it a sniff. Colognes are very personal, and one man's delight is another man's dislike. Floris isn't an inexpensive brand, and I'd hate for you to buy a whole bottle sight unseen (or I guess "scent unsniffed" would be the appropriate phrase) only to be underwhelmed.
I bow before your wisdom, Sir.
