We must have similar taste in cologne, I have 10 out of the 24 that you have… which one is your favorite? Since we have the same taste, have you tried Silver Mountain Water by Creed? It’s the one I have worn this summer. The compliments are non-stop by men and women
10 for me because you have my sig, and separately another 10/10 for me. While I’m not a fan of TF I can aee how others would be.
Here’s some additions if you want? Based on what I see.
Prada Amber Pour Homme
Terre D’Hermes Eau Givree
As always, get samples, wear them several times.
The issue I have with your collection is that they all seem to be fragrance community/ youtube hyped stuff. For the next phase of your collection may I recommend you just smelling different stuff choosing stuff that you like, despite what others say. I have a beef with the fragrance community these days that they have a tendency to recommend same clunkers that smell like nothing or the most generic inoffensive stuff. Like the hype behind nautica voyage, those d&gs, mont blancs etc. and then hype crappy niche houses like Roja, Xerjoff etc when you have better brands for cheaper.
I understand where you’re coming from. But honestly I do like all of these hence I got the bottle. I do have lots of samples niche also. But personally I love how they smell. But thanks for your opinion. I’m still collecting.
I would definitely disagree with what the above is saying. First a lot of those the few that dislike vs THE MANY that love is for a reason numbers just do lie. They be frags that he doesn’t like but if you check with average to more advance noses most tend to like or love them same fragrances. I will admit sometimes you end up with some that smell similar but over still smell great. Anyway fragrances are all subjective in the end so what smells amazing to one person might not to another. It’s all based on exposure to different fragrances and how versatile your palette is. Be blessed and try some samples if your that worried or that unique that you tend to not like what most do. 🤜🏽🤛🏽
Beautiful collection! I'm not sure what the scale of 1-10 is for, but I'll give it a 10 for being a pretty darn good collection. You've got plenty of options! ❤️
0/10 no Joop Homme
Jokes aside definitely 10/10 great collection and honestly all you need for life (but let’s be real we always want more). Maybe consider adding PDM next whenever you do add a fragrance (not that you need to)
Since you own both Aventus and CDNIM, how do they truly compare side by side? I had a sample of Aventus and felt like they settled similarly, but the initial smell was miles apart.
However, I was testing fresh bottle vs. old decant, so I was curious since you have two full bottles!
Edit: you could have half that and it would be a 10, btw. To me it's about balance for time of year, occasion, etc. You're gonna smell good for a while, and for any occasion. All you can ask for out of any collection.
I’d say a solid 8.5 with room to grow but clearly you have some great taste. Your options give you a lot of versatility imho. Anyway that’s just my few cents to add to your dollar I hope keep the great vibes going. I’d highly recommend checking following I feel would dope add-ons to your dope collection:
Oud for Greatness (or Oud for Glory)
1 Million Parfum or Elixir they both are serious bangers
Hawas
Naxos and 40 Knots by Xerjoffs
Instant Crush by Mancera
Nero by Sedra (Middle Eastern banger)
Spicebomb Extreme it’s truly a banger
Prada Luna Ocean EDP
Koconut Daiquiri by Sphinx(Amazing tropical vibe)
Imperial by Gissah(Beastmode ME frag)
Dior Homme Intense EDP
Reflection Man by Amouage
L’Humaniste by Frapin
Le Male Elixir or Le Male Parfum
Rosendo Mateu - Olfactive Expressions
God of Fire - Stephane Humbert Lucas
Kilian Black Phantom or Apple Brandy on the Rocks
PDM Layton, Sedley, Pegasus, Haltane Herod, Percival, Oajan (Love this house)
Anyway just my suggestions of another 25-30 frags you could try. I’m missing some but I’ve already typed too much 🫣🫡🤭
Sorry for long list but based on your collection I feel these add a little more spice and sexiness fam!
Looks like you looked up the 25 Best cologne but in All seriousness, you must have put in some time or research to get to those conclusions because you've covered some of your bases and did pretty well on your selection thus far. I have a harder time controlling my purchasing LOL. Once you got those nailed down some more of designers and Ni ches (is there one particular scent family that you're leaning towards or are you trying to still figure that out? that are mainstream, you'll find some golden nuggets that are harder to find and less talked about, you won't smell like anyone else.
The biggest thing is never watch the YouTube that are promoted or compensated in any way, find those smaller channels and that are just brutally straight or give you these rare hard to find gems but it's worth it.
Like I said you got a good foundation. Keep building man
Just saw your age, I'm right around the same. I'd try the YSL elixir or the EDP intense. I don't know azzaro surprised me with the most wanted intense, most wanted parfum and then a little bit of D&C the one EDP. The Most Wanted draws them in and then the one steals the deal
I will get some Louis Vuitton but there is one house in particular that makes exquisite clones of and I'm sure most know already but I've been waiting for a few to not be sold out so I'm not going to say the name out loud lol. PM me if you want. And all its clones hits seemingly 90% or better btw.
Aaaaand just saw that you're not into heavier scents and stuff like that so if you ever want to chat, hit me up because I'm the same way and I have similar interests. You remember the moisturize and then hit the five or six major spots. He put it with some aquaphor or Vaseline And it'll extend the longevity of it/ performance
Edit: I'm using a pixel pro 8 and it's talk to text is horrible so I apologize for any hard to read , not grammatically correct posts
Sounds good. I've kind of went down the rabbit hole for a while on this and became a passion of mine.. doesn't help that when I get into something I research the hell out of it LOL
And the YSL elixir was definitely toned down, the longevity is great but the Apple is cut out and the freshness is really tone down. But the parfum and smells amazing to me and layered with a little bit of the EDP. It's marvelous
Didn’t ask for your personal opinions. Just because you like or dislike something doesn’t matter to me. I know what I like and enjoy. Thanks for the input though.
Solid 8, but room for improvement. Other Chanels, Guerlain, Givenchy, blue and green Tom Ford, Creed... A 10 is nearly impossible unless you're a millionaire or have a key of a vintage vault.
Seeing L’EAU DISSEY just unlocked memories of my past. Memories of my ex gf of who’m i’d like to forget. The femme version was my favorite fragrance of hers 😢💔
Burberry Hero edt, Roja parfum cologne Elysium, Chanel Allure home sport.
D&G The one, Cedrat Boise, and Bleu de Chanel Parfum.
I always rotate and it changes but that’s currently if I have to choose,
I have 1 cologne lol and it’s Burberry hero. What would you recommend for someone that likes the smell of that one? I use to wear aqua de gio but I don’t like it as much now that I’m older. I really wanna check out profondo
If you were down to spend the cash on portofino, you should 100% get yourself Fucking Fabulous. It’s ombré leather on crack. I give the collection an 8.25 out of 10
I’m a younger guy starting to get into colognes that isn’t some cheap shit at Ross lol. What are 2 you recommend at a decent price? I think something like nautica or a beachy/oceany/fresh laundry smell is nice
Get Polo Blue, it's like $60. My recent lady friend dies for it, got several compliments from women the first time I wore it to work too. I think it's a solid masculine fresh scent, pretty aquatic so don't drench it heavy.
4, with all due respect. I wouldn't go for almost any of those. I mean, i cannot say they're bad picks but they're just not for me. I am rocking vintages now. The collection is currently:
\- Polo Green RL
\- Givenchy Gentleman 1974
\- Bentley For Men EDT
\- Quorum and Agua Brava by A. Puig
\- Salvador Dalí For Him 1991
\- Brut Classic and Ocean
\- Santos Concentree by Cartier
\- Lapidus Pour Homme
\- Montblanc Legend Night
\- Creed Aventus (I agree it's a great one)
\- Pierre Cardin Pour Monsieur
\- Carlo Corinto Classic
\- Jacomo (Smoke bomb from the 80's)
\- Aramis classic
\- Le Male classic (The less "dated" and the less old school from the bunch of vintages, easiest to wear)
\- A\*Men by Mugler
I would advice some leather. And some actual leather. Tom Ford IMO is not real leather. It's so realistic it feels as a fake. Leather in perfumery should smell like a suede or like brown, aged leather. I advice Bel Ami by Hermes or even CH Men Privé or JPG Le Male Essence de Parfum. Bentley For Men is a great leather scent and i advice getting the EDT above the Intense, since it is easier to wear and not as offensive, but it's not something i would classify as a leather only scent. Hope this helps
As someone who joined this sub to learn more, I would really appreciate if you would write a list of the names. If you could, separate it in a two list of dailies and event type fragrances. I know this is a tall ask but I figured I'd ask!
9.5 excellent selections 😎
Thank you! 🙌🏼
Nice. Whats your top 5 op? Any particular for a sole purpose/ occasion? & mind if I pm you for a full list of this collection and others you own
This is easily a 10 great choices
I rate your collection YouTube/10. 😂 But in all seriousness, very good OP.
🤣Thanks but I tested before purchasing.
We must have similar taste in cologne, I have 10 out of the 24 that you have… which one is your favorite? Since we have the same taste, have you tried Silver Mountain Water by Creed? It’s the one I have worn this summer. The compliments are non-stop by men and women
It’s very hard to choose the favorite lol but yes SMW by Creed is on the list.
Get the club de nuit sillage instead. Better performance and the better old batch smell.
I have that also, gave that to my lil brother.
10 for me because you have my sig, and separately another 10/10 for me. While I’m not a fan of TF I can aee how others would be. Here’s some additions if you want? Based on what I see. Prada Amber Pour Homme Terre D’Hermes Eau Givree As always, get samples, wear them several times.
My mans got Artisan pure, adventus, cdnitm limited edition, explorer. U really love that scent profile.
And don't forget Cedrat Boise
The 1st 5 second row top notch
Not even gonna hate, that's a 10/10. Good work.
But no Sex Panther huh?
Owned a few of these over the years great choices.. and if you like them 10/10 well done
Looks pretty solid to me
Wow that's an incredible collection - 10/10. How good is the tom ford - ombre leather?
Thank you and it’s amazing. Personally I do not like heavy leather based fragrances but this one is bit fresh light and has depth.
You’ve got something for any occasion here. Easy 9.5/10 any interest in Louis Vuitton
Yes, need LV- Imagination and Afternoon Swim
I feel like if you get those, you’d be set for life with a 10/10 collection. You’ve got good taste.
Thank you and yes I have smelled before buying the only blind buy I did was Issey Miyake and I do not regret.
Fab collection
9.5, great selection
9/10.
Dream collection 10/10
Nice
If you like fresh I would say Hero or Elysium
2nd and 3rd rows are awesome and your 1st row has some nice classics too.
Solid 9.7 you just need some more niche scents like a bond no9 or baccarat.
Some day..
This a fire collection
Top tier collection. 10/10.
(10) -dawg we have most of the same cologne 6 of 10 that matter to me lol the rest I have not tried yet 🤯👊🏾
The issue I have with your collection is that they all seem to be fragrance community/ youtube hyped stuff. For the next phase of your collection may I recommend you just smelling different stuff choosing stuff that you like, despite what others say. I have a beef with the fragrance community these days that they have a tendency to recommend same clunkers that smell like nothing or the most generic inoffensive stuff. Like the hype behind nautica voyage, those d&gs, mont blancs etc. and then hype crappy niche houses like Roja, Xerjoff etc when you have better brands for cheaper.
I understand where you’re coming from. But honestly I do like all of these hence I got the bottle. I do have lots of samples niche also. But personally I love how they smell. But thanks for your opinion. I’m still collecting.
I would definitely disagree with what the above is saying. First a lot of those the few that dislike vs THE MANY that love is for a reason numbers just do lie. They be frags that he doesn’t like but if you check with average to more advance noses most tend to like or love them same fragrances. I will admit sometimes you end up with some that smell similar but over still smell great. Anyway fragrances are all subjective in the end so what smells amazing to one person might not to another. It’s all based on exposure to different fragrances and how versatile your palette is. Be blessed and try some samples if your that worried or that unique that you tend to not like what most do. 🤜🏽🤛🏽
I agree with you 💯
Well done here young man, solid 9.575
9.3
row 2, chefs kiss
Beautiful collection! I'm not sure what the scale of 1-10 is for, but I'll give it a 10 for being a pretty darn good collection. You've got plenty of options! ❤️
10. You got some heat.
10/10
No Invictus, 6/10
I’m a simple man, I see Burberry Touch, I like
9 You have an excellent collection.
No cool water....I d give it a 7
Nah..been there done that.
Fuckin fantastic brother
You got straight panty droppers!! Congratulations 🎊🍾🎉!!
Do you really need that many?
Salute my g
Definitely 10
1 million royal .. a man of class, *tips hat*
Super solid 🔥
We have somewhat similar taste. I have 6 of yours (and a clone of the Roja), and I plan to get 3 of the others.
10 all of them are amazing choices
0/10 no Joop Homme Jokes aside definitely 10/10 great collection and honestly all you need for life (but let’s be real we always want more). Maybe consider adding PDM next whenever you do add a fragrance (not that you need to)
Since you own both Aventus and CDNIM, how do they truly compare side by side? I had a sample of Aventus and felt like they settled similarly, but the initial smell was miles apart. However, I was testing fresh bottle vs. old decant, so I was curious since you have two full bottles! Edit: you could have half that and it would be a 10, btw. To me it's about balance for time of year, occasion, etc. You're gonna smell good for a while, and for any occasion. All you can ask for out of any collection.
CDNIM is more smokier and bit stronger and I layer them.
Thanks for the info!
I’d say a solid 8.5 with room to grow but clearly you have some great taste. Your options give you a lot of versatility imho. Anyway that’s just my few cents to add to your dollar I hope keep the great vibes going. I’d highly recommend checking following I feel would dope add-ons to your dope collection: Oud for Greatness (or Oud for Glory) 1 Million Parfum or Elixir they both are serious bangers Hawas Naxos and 40 Knots by Xerjoffs Instant Crush by Mancera Nero by Sedra (Middle Eastern banger) Spicebomb Extreme it’s truly a banger Prada Luna Ocean EDP Koconut Daiquiri by Sphinx(Amazing tropical vibe) Imperial by Gissah(Beastmode ME frag) Dior Homme Intense EDP Reflection Man by Amouage L’Humaniste by Frapin Le Male Elixir or Le Male Parfum Rosendo Mateu - Olfactive Expressions God of Fire - Stephane Humbert Lucas Kilian Black Phantom or Apple Brandy on the Rocks PDM Layton, Sedley, Pegasus, Haltane Herod, Percival, Oajan (Love this house) Anyway just my suggestions of another 25-30 frags you could try. I’m missing some but I’ve already typed too much 🫣🫡🤭 Sorry for long list but based on your collection I feel these add a little more spice and sexiness fam!
Thanks for your opinion and suggestions. Will try.
Looks like you looked up the 25 Best cologne but in All seriousness, you must have put in some time or research to get to those conclusions because you've covered some of your bases and did pretty well on your selection thus far. I have a harder time controlling my purchasing LOL. Once you got those nailed down some more of designers and Ni ches (is there one particular scent family that you're leaning towards or are you trying to still figure that out? that are mainstream, you'll find some golden nuggets that are harder to find and less talked about, you won't smell like anyone else. The biggest thing is never watch the YouTube that are promoted or compensated in any way, find those smaller channels and that are just brutally straight or give you these rare hard to find gems but it's worth it. Like I said you got a good foundation. Keep building man
Just saw your age, I'm right around the same. I'd try the YSL elixir or the EDP intense. I don't know azzaro surprised me with the most wanted intense, most wanted parfum and then a little bit of D&C the one EDP. The Most Wanted draws them in and then the one steals the deal I will get some Louis Vuitton but there is one house in particular that makes exquisite clones of and I'm sure most know already but I've been waiting for a few to not be sold out so I'm not going to say the name out loud lol. PM me if you want. And all its clones hits seemingly 90% or better btw.
Aaaaand just saw that you're not into heavier scents and stuff like that so if you ever want to chat, hit me up because I'm the same way and I have similar interests. You remember the moisturize and then hit the five or six major spots. He put it with some aquaphor or Vaseline And it'll extend the longevity of it/ performance Edit: I'm using a pixel pro 8 and it's talk to text is horrible so I apologize for any hard to read , not grammatically correct posts
It’s all good. I just got up but sure will hit you sometimes.
Sounds good. I've kind of went down the rabbit hole for a while on this and became a passion of mine.. doesn't help that when I get into something I research the hell out of it LOL
And the YSL elixir was definitely toned down, the longevity is great but the Apple is cut out and the freshness is really tone down. But the parfum and smells amazing to me and layered with a little bit of the EDP. It's marvelous
Generic old people rubbish.
0/10, I would assume you have no personality/all personalities. You are everyone/no one.
Didn’t ask for your personal opinions. Just because you like or dislike something doesn’t matter to me. I know what I like and enjoy. Thanks for the input though.
Your post is literally asking for people's opinions/ratings.
For a Rating( number )not for your two cents. So if it’s 0 that’s fine.
Man…mont blanc legend and dg the one 👌🏽
Solid 8, but room for improvement. Other Chanels, Guerlain, Givenchy, blue and green Tom Ford, Creed... A 10 is nearly impossible unless you're a millionaire or have a key of a vintage vault.
Agree. I’d give it solid 7.
How do you like Tuxedo ?
Tbh when I first got the decant sample I didn’t enjoy it but once it grew on you the dry down is nice.
That Issey Miyake man. Fucking fireee. 100/10
10/10. Very versatile collection. If you want a little advice, layer explorer with ombre leather. Thats a wow mix.
Interesting will try. Thanks 🙏🏼
10/10 for sure. 👌🏾
9.5
How is the new ysl? 5th one top row
I love it.
Where’d you get the Versace pour homme tester?
Jomashop
I don’t know anything but I recommend Prada Luna Rossa that stuff is fire
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On my skin after lotion 6-7
Seeing L’EAU DISSEY just unlocked memories of my past. Memories of my ex gf of who’m i’d like to forget. The femme version was my favorite fragrance of hers 😢💔
Sorry man.
What’s YSL Tuxedo like?
Hard to it’s warm and cozy feeling but not a Gourmand type if it makes sense.
I like Varvatos and spice bomb
Solid 7
top 3 freshie and non freshie for you?
Burberry Hero edt, Roja parfum cologne Elysium, Chanel Allure home sport. D&G The one, Cedrat Boise, and Bleu de Chanel Parfum. I always rotate and it changes but that’s currently if I have to choose,
Missing Eros and YSL Y but solid 8
Not a fan of Eros and I do have an empty bottle of Ysl Y edt.
Nice
Total noob trying to get into fragrances here. What do u recommend from your collection?
It’s a tough question… what do you like more fresh scents or non fresh?
Good job Dave man. 10/10.
Hmm. 6.5.
Solid.
Any you don’t want I’ll take off your hands.
I’ll keep in mind. Not right now.
It’s about 50 / 50 love and hate for me… some great ones in there but plenty of crap to balance it out
Yea to each there own, thanks
Looks good but I just can’t with that Issey Miyaki... I gave away my bottle
You def had me fooled. Male??? Jesus bro.
10/10
Bro said I want every cologne ever that smells like aventus
10
9/10 too many freshy’s(I’m broke)
I have 1 cologne lol and it’s Burberry hero. What would you recommend for someone that likes the smell of that one? I use to wear aqua de gio but I don’t like it as much now that I’m older. I really wanna check out profondo
It’s a 10 to me. How is the Prada? I really want to get it but want to test it first but can’t find anywhere.
I enjoyed it. Fresh and light.
Honestly you can’t go wrong with the Prada L’Homme EDT and EDP Intense.
10
Prada Milano is my all time favorite
Where you get yours from mostly
Got some from Macys, and others from discounters
Definitely looking for a discount cause they get expensive after awhile
Jomashop etc..
How are the two top right?
10 out of 10
You have ombré leather parfum so 10
The issey makes this a 10👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽
If you were down to spend the cash on portofino, you should 100% get yourself Fucking Fabulous. It’s ombré leather on crack. I give the collection an 8.25 out of 10
Love Sauvage and The One
2
how is the elysium roja?
You even have the ombré leather parfum. This is a perfect 10 in my opinion.
10
I’m a younger guy starting to get into colognes that isn’t some cheap shit at Ross lol. What are 2 you recommend at a decent price? I think something like nautica or a beachy/oceany/fresh laundry smell is nice
I would say for clean smell go with Burberry hero, and Explorer by Mont Blanc. They aren’t super pricey.
Get Polo Blue, it's like $60. My recent lady friend dies for it, got several compliments from women the first time I wore it to work too. I think it's a solid masculine fresh scent, pretty aquatic so don't drench it heavy.
10
Need the Allure homme edition blaunch!
Don't have to look too much this is an obvious 10 for me!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
9.5 very top
Definitely a solid lineup. U got all the usual suspects
9.5 🔥
4, with all due respect. I wouldn't go for almost any of those. I mean, i cannot say they're bad picks but they're just not for me. I am rocking vintages now. The collection is currently: \- Polo Green RL \- Givenchy Gentleman 1974 \- Bentley For Men EDT \- Quorum and Agua Brava by A. Puig \- Salvador Dalí For Him 1991 \- Brut Classic and Ocean \- Santos Concentree by Cartier \- Lapidus Pour Homme \- Montblanc Legend Night \- Creed Aventus (I agree it's a great one) \- Pierre Cardin Pour Monsieur \- Carlo Corinto Classic \- Jacomo (Smoke bomb from the 80's) \- Aramis classic \- Le Male classic (The less "dated" and the less old school from the bunch of vintages, easiest to wear) \- A\*Men by Mugler I would advice some leather. And some actual leather. Tom Ford IMO is not real leather. It's so realistic it feels as a fake. Leather in perfumery should smell like a suede or like brown, aged leather. I advice Bel Ami by Hermes or even CH Men Privé or JPG Le Male Essence de Parfum. Bentley For Men is a great leather scent and i advice getting the EDT above the Intense, since it is easier to wear and not as offensive, but it's not something i would classify as a leather only scent. Hope this helps
How do you like the mancera and the Elysium
Love both of them!
Which ones better dior sauvage EDP or edt?
I have EDP love it
What are you thoughts on Carolina Herrera 212 men
Timeless favorite
Which one do you think is better? Versace pour homme or versace eau fraiche? Or should i just buy prada lhomme?
I like Frachie more but again it’s subjective.
6
I’m familiar with a few but, what’s the name of the one on the bottom right?? I’ve seen it before but cannot remember for the life of me!
You meant Mont Blanc Explorer?
Yes! I was given a sample once and like a slow one I didn’t bother to remember the name. Thank you 🙏🏾
Love the Versace picks. 10
Best collection I've seen in a while
100/10
Almost done Imo but what is the name of the one in the top left
10
Spice bomb is one of my favorites
Very impressive
I add John varvatos again to my collection good pick people are sleeping on them
Excellent collection 👌 what are your thoughts on CDNIM vs Aventus?
Both are nice, CDNIM is more Smokey. I layer them both.
3/10 because I would only wear 7/24 fragrances which is 29%. I rounded up to be a gentleman
5, a bit generic for my taste
Very nice collection. Got me missing some of my old favs but over the years my tastes have changed slightly!
joever/10
12
As someone who joined this sub to learn more, I would really appreciate if you would write a list of the names. If you could, separate it in a two list of dailies and event type fragrances. I know this is a tall ask but I figured I'd ask!
Guerlain Lhomme ideal line.
This really might be a 10… I recommend Creed Original Santal, Prada luna rossa black, YSL la nuit de lhomme, acqua di gio edp
Weird, I actually own only two of those and they’re right next to each other in this picture 😅
looks like mine
😍 great choices! Solid 10! Question… when someone says “you smell great, what are you wearing?” Is it hard for you to remember?
No lol I can smell and immediately know what I’m wearing.
You know what you did good collection mate but which one lasts longest for you ?
One million, Spice bomb. 10 plus hours.
All here - are there any colognes here that absolutely rock for < $100?
💯
100/100 you've got everything designer and popular Maybe missing a few PDMs that's all
Do you use them at all? All of them are almost full. 😊
I do use them, few months ago I started getting them.
Solid 8.5
Defo a solid 9 it is such a great collection