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Forum: Just Starting Out 25th October 2009, 03:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 961
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: A n y o n e?

Duke:

Tell us a little about yourself: your age and profession at least. It seems to me that initial choices in fragrances have something to do with your age and state in life. I would be hard...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 25th October 2009, 03:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 218
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Aramis Classic EDT Concentrate

As the later posts have indicated, and you confirmed by a description of the box, I was wrong to think that perhaps we were referring to Special Reserve. Please ignore my comments, they were in...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 25th October 2009, 03:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 169
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Alford & Hoff - The Fragrance

Sampled at Bergdorf's: it's a very subtle smelling classy fragrance. Not earth shattering, but nice, subtle and sophisticated, with a Mark Birley sensibility.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 25th October 2009, 03:16 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 687
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Old Fashioned Soap Scent

Paul Stuart's Sandalwood and Arden Sandalwood for Men are very lovely soapy scents. Strong on initial application, but soapy all the way.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 25th October 2009, 03:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 687
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Old Fashioned Soap Scent

Trumper's Spanish Leather reminds you of Yardley's lavender brilliantine!? Boy, that's something; I would be hard pressed to think of two more dissimilar fragrances than that leather/soap and the...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 23rd October 2009, 02:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 218
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Aramis Classic EDT Concentrate

Now, is the box you saw different from the standard Aramis box, in that it is (if I can recall) principally in a solid color? If it is, then this is what we here previously called "Special Reserve"...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 1st October 2009, 01:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 547
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Sables

I wear it lightly applied in winter. It is great on chilly nights.
Forum: Fashion and Style 16th September 2009, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 510
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Recommendations for a GOOD hip flask?

I believe Ghurka has a lovely one for about $100. A bit pricey, but nice leather.
Forum: Fashion and Style 16th September 2009, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 370
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Charvet Neckties

Love the colors and I agree with AnthonyDG, they are a tad delicate. Once a year (mid-Jan) Bergdorf's Mens Store in NYC has a sale that includes some Charvets. Not necessarily the iconic colorful...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 16th September 2009, 10:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 533
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Classy, Modern, and Sporty Vetiver?

+ 1 for The new Carven Vetiver.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 16th September 2009, 10:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 367
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Bel Ami discontinued?

Well, as someone who wore Bel Ami at the time it first came out, and for several years thereafter, I have to say I personally I like the (modest) reformulation. This might be due to the fact that...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 2nd September 2009, 03:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 596
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Is No 88 Socially Acceptable To Wear

Not really, especially for business.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 2nd September 2009, 03:46 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 808
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: What is your preferred frag bottle size? Why?

100ml for things I love because there's always the chance of discontinuation.

New stuff 1/32 of an oz, because that's what Luckyscents offers.
Forum: Men's Grooming 28th July 2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,213
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: men wearing make up

Can't do it, and don't use Grecian formula for gray hair either. Just is not me. And frankly, I have problems with guys who dye their hair to get out the gray. One guy I know did it for awhile and...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 15th June 2009, 01:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,430
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Bel Ami: How does it compare to classic leather fragrances?

Bel Ami is a very complex power scent with a touch of leather, but not a lot.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 31st May 2009, 05:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 750
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: D'Orsay Revamp?

Hello, after a significant hiatus. Just a quick post to say that I am still a big, big fan of the Chevalier d'Orsay, and am into my second bottle. A great fragrance, and I agree with all the other...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 6th March 2009, 02:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 967
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Tobacco and Leather fragrances?

Second this.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 17th February 2009, 10:46 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,065
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Givenchy Gentleman

Waht? No patchouli? You don't smell the patchouli?
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 17th February 2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,544
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Whats YOUR Signature Scent?

G-11
Rose 31
Chevalier D'Orsay
Forum: Men's Grooming 13th February 2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,014
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Looking for daily hygeine/grooming tips.

Floss, please start flossing. If you have to cut back on anything, get something like John Allan's all in one shampoo and conditioner, and save a step. If you over 25 use a moisturizer, but skip...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 13th February 2009, 06:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 462
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Aramis Classic Reserve - my .02 scents...

I love this fragrance and promoted it to the best of my meager abilities on these boards when it was actually available in New York. Now I think it is well and truly gone. Saks did a terrible job...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 8th February 2009, 12:16 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 788
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: The Best Longetivity Ever!

G-11 by Il Profumo is an all-day scent as is Hugh Parsons Traditional Blue. Both are EdePs.

Joe
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 1st February 2009, 05:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 651
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: New Purchase Coming Up...Which Profumum Would You Buy?

I own Antico Caruso, and would not necessarily recommend it. I think Victrix is great if you like green, grassy fragrances. Otherwise, save you dough, you're gonna need it in this economy.
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 1st February 2009, 05:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 442
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: An interesting Cologne find

The notes don't sound too bad at all, but the joke opportunities are irresistible. I wear Smith & Wesson on the weekdays, and Hummer on the weekends. I wear Smith & Wesson when I am on duty, and...
Forum: Male Fragrance Discussion 30th January 2009, 01:05 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 756
Posted By Joe_Frances
Re: Hemingway's scent

Aramis or SMN Acqua di Cuba, now THAT is a cigar smell fragrance!
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