Cologne

February 15, 2019, 07:52 PM

Jim1970

Cologne

Hello!

Seeking input on the subject of cologne for men. I know I like Stetson, Prada Black, and Ralph Lauren extreme red. I’d like to explore other scents to keep a fresh and varying scent for myself and my girlfriend.

What do you recommend?

Thank you!

Jim

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February 15, 2019, 08:03 PM

tatortodd

quote:
Originally posted by Jim1970:
...my girlfriend.

What do you recommend?

Redacted to the pertinent parts.

Go with the GF to the store and let her pick one or two. You need to go with her to “model” scents (supposedly helps) but more importantly so you don’t end up with something that gives you a headache or triggers allergies.

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February 15, 2019, 08:03 PM

mrapteam666

Nowadays my cologne consists of right guard

Back in the day I always wore Polo, Polo Safari (which I stole from my friend) and Pierre Cardin. I think the first cologne I ever wore was stetson

My favorite was Paul Sebastian.
My father wore it also.

February 15, 2019, 08:10 PM

H&K-Guy

Brian Fantana: No, she gets a special cologne. It’s called Sex Panther by Odeon. It’s illegal in nine countries. Yep, it’s made with bits of real panther, so you know it’s good.
Ron Burgundy: It’s quite pungent.
Brian Fantana: Oh yeah.
Ron Burgundy: It’s a formidable scent. It stings the nostrils. In a good way.
Brian Fantana: Yep.
Ron Burgundy: Brian, I’m gonna be honest with you, that smells like pure gasoline.
Brian Fantana: They’ve done studies, you know. 60% of the time, it works every time.
Ron Burgundy: That doesn’t make sense.
Brian Fantana: Well, let’s go see if we can make this little kitty purr.

--Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

February 15, 2019, 08:38 PM

Otto Pilot

quote:
Originally posted by tatortodd:
quote:
Originally posted by Jim1970:
...my girlfriend.

What do you recommend?
Redacted to the pertinent parts.

Go with the GF to the store and let her pick one or two. You need to go with her to “model” scents (supposedly helps) but more importantly so you don’t end up with something that gives you a headache or triggers allergies.

Adding on to this. Put it on. Walk around with it for a while. THEN let her smell and pick a winner. Scents will change a bit with body chemistry and heat. It won't change dramatically, but it can change "WOW!" to "It's OK" and vice-versa.

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February 15, 2019, 09:19 PM

GA Gator

I like Penhaligons
Blenheim Bouquet and Opus 1870.

My wife wears Juniper Sling.

Penhaligons has been around since 1870.

https://www.penhaligons.com/us...uet-eau-de-toilette/

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February 15, 2019, 09:29 PM

Rinehart

Eternity works well for me of late-

But my favorite scent-

In the Police Academy movie series where Tackleberry is going on a date with a gun-gal.

He asks her- "What is that captivating scent you're wearing"?

"Gun oil."

February 15, 2019, 09:54 PM

SigSentry

damn, doesn't this remind me of all the crap I wore in JH/HS. Polo, British Sterling, Stetson, English Leather etc. trying to smell good if not look good.

I now spritz or splash with some 4711 or some John Varatos for a little extra.

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February 15, 2019, 10:02 PM

SigSentry

quote:
Originally posted by mark123:
My favorite for me is Joop! Homme. For my wife Aqua Di Gio (NOT Aqua Di Gioia).

I like Acqua Di Gio very much (pour homme)

February 15, 2019, 11:17 PM

sig77

I am a cologne junky and enthusiast. My favorite are in this order. 1) ysl l’homme(women love it), 2) aqua di gio Profumo (original formula is best selling cologne and this is better), Savauge is a new one but a beast...Probably best all around, 4) blue de Chanel what a great scent. Very fresh, but pricey. Any of the above are a can’t miss.