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Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Today, 03:16 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 279
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: SotD: Sunday, 22nd November, 2009

BVLGARI
Pour Homme
Top notes: aldehydes, lavender, mandarin orange, tea, nutmeg flower, bergamot, black currant blossom and orange blossom.
Middle notes: cyclamen, coriander, carnation, iris,...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Today, 07:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 196
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Favorite Bargain

These 2 for me rank tops when it comes to cost vs scent appeal/quality.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Today, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 154
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Tennis

Paco Rabanne Pour Homme seems rather fitting!
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Today, 07:25 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 700
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Looking for a designer Amber

+1 Dimitrios's suggestion of Obsession for Men - Amber Powerhouse!!.
Forum: Just Starting Out Today, 07:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 95
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Cucumber?

Have you tried Spirit of Moonflower from The Body Shop?
Forum: Off topic Yesterday, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8,839
Views: 64,858
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Game: Take your Pick

Ballpoint!

Ink: Black or Blue?
Forum: Female Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 07:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 287
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: dark, jammy fruits/wine for fall?

+1 Feminite du Bois - the older (and less expensive!!) Shiseido version. It definitely feels very woody, dark, slightly bitter-ish, non-sweet kind of fruity. Fantastic!
Forum: Just Starting Out Yesterday, 07:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 375
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Any recommendations for male fragrances?

You could try The Perfumed Court (http://theperfumedcourt.com/). - a wee bit pricey, but highly reliable.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 07:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 200
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Which designer fragrances under the direction of Tom Ford?

I had no idea these two! Thanks for sharing, rogalal.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 06:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 132
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: What makes a fragrance modern or classic?

Oh regarding ingredients, I tend to notice that many traditional-smelling fragrances contain patchouli and vetiver for that herbal, earthy feel. Though I am sure that many other ingredients are...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 06:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 132
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: What makes a fragrance modern or classic?

I tend to understand the term classic as something that is hugely popular, generally well-received/regarded and well-known by most. This often (not always) seems to be indicative of scents that have...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 06:11 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 364
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: SotD: Saturday, 21st November, 2009

Have a great weekend too perfaddict, scentemental and everyone!

CHRISTIAN DIOR
Fahrenheit
Top notes: lavender, mandarin orange, hawthorn, nutmeg flower, cedar, bergamot, chamomile and lemon....
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 05:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 306
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Building a Wardrobe from only two houses - Chanel and YSL

I'll play!

Chanel:

Sycomore (choice vetiver)
Allure Homme Edition Blanche (choice fresh scent)
No. 5 (choice classic - floral/aldehydes)

YSL:
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion Yesterday, 05:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 424
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: I Found the Best Atomizer! (Department Store Only, Please)

Very cool! I I *never* would have known.



Thanks, DF!
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 20th November 2009, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 424
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: I Found the Best Atomizer! (Department Store Only, Please)

DF, that bottle looks sweet man. I wonder how the sprayer works... looks very interesting! I assume you just depress the extended metal piece?
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 20th November 2009, 08:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 377
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: In the shadow of Havana - The other Gentlemen

Aramis is all-deserving of the praises (sometimes lack of) it gets. I can't comment on the newer scents, since I've only tried Life, and was not too impressed, but their classics are top notch, and...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 20th November 2009, 07:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 424
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: I Found the Best Atomizer! (Department Store Only, Please)

+1

Another one I like is XS pour homme. I love how the spray cap is large enough and the mechanism isn't too stiff and allows for a nice smooth full spray! Edit: Jonny, I actually kinda like the...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 20th November 2009, 06:59 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 570
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: S o t D, Friday, 20 November 2009

TGIF!

GUCCI
Pour Homme II
Top notes: Violet leaf, bergamot.
Middle notes: Cinnamon, pimento black tea.
Base notes: Olive tree, musk, tobacco leaf, myrrh.
Forum: Just Starting Out 20th November 2009, 06:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 192
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Confused?

Hi Mmarkk!

I think it is perfectly fine having all CK scents! I really enjoy some of those! Regarding floral scents, very good yet affordable ones are Kenzo Power and Burberry Touch for Men. Fleur...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 19th November 2009, 07:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 216
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: The Sultans - Part 1

Nice reviews! I love Maxim's too!

I'll be putting the Rose 31 on my to-try list, sounds gorgeous!
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 19th November 2009, 06:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 322
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: best peppermint for you? try one

I didn't actually think it was peppermint too, though the scent is definitely minty/mentholated. The notes listed on Sephora...
Forum: Just Starting Out 19th November 2009, 04:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 379
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: please help me find a fragrance that doesn't offend my husband..

You're most welcome, DF! I was previously very confused by the whole Light/Eau Legere labelling. Glad you found it useful as well. :)
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 19th November 2009, 04:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 322
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: best peppermint for you? try one

For me, Guerlain's Aqua Allegoria Herba-Fresca.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 19th November 2009, 04:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 300
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Any recommendations for Dior Homme!

Great suggestions, DF :thumbup: (though I've yet to try the Jacomo and Arpege :o)

goutam02, just trying my luck, but have you tried Le Male or Fleur du Male? I think they are common with many...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 19th November 2009, 10:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 357
Posted By matthewfoo
Re: Replacing Monsieur de Givenchy

While I don't know which version(vintage or current) of MdG I tried, I found it good but not striking, chances are, I probably tried on the current version. Another vote for Eau Sauvage, I find it...
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