Kavalier

Solo Cedro, the fiery Spaniard - Actually, he could be a banal incense-stick liquorice grater, if it wasn't for this cloud of fresh tangerine and pepper that so skilfully envelops and surrounds him. This, however, gives him an incredible finesse and agility, catapulting him to the heights of cultivated gentleman fragrances. Yes, he is receptive to compliments, which he also answers skilfully. He does not ask if he may enter - but enters the room with an intense embrace. Thanks to its highly attractive, inviting cedar notes, most doors open up to him anyway. Its woody notes also give it an immense seductive attraction, as well as a certain melancholic depth, which is not so heavy that it becomes brooding. He hardly knows any resistance, and when he does, he overcomes it playfully with playful compliments (pepper) and heart-freshening remarks (tangerine). Next thing you know, you're both on the couch naked.

And thus his areas of application are also relatively diverse: Wherever there is a need for sustainable persuasion, winning or impressing: Whether on the racetrack, at an important business dinner or on a first date, he has his place and finds his way. And before the wearer knows it, he will no longer be solo, contrary to the naming. For me a Hidden Champion, an absolutely remarkable, classic men's fragrance, which clearly stands out from the fragrances of well-known perfumers.

The scent of my youth - Celebrate at 36 degrees until 5 o'clock at night in Barcelona as if there was no tomorrow, in the hip clubs of the city. Exactly in such situations as a night owl I loved my Black XS, because Black XS was just as fruity, fresh, cheeky and innocent as I felt and was comfortable. And it exuded a touch of luxury - well through the ebony, rosewood and pachouli. Today I wouldn't wear it anymore, because it looks far too immature to me with its smooth orange peel and its full-bodied, sweet Christmas aromas. But as a young man in the 20s, what do you have to lose? Just give it a shot, YOLO! Nice perfume for going out.

The first time I had a meeting with Irish Moss was in the 80s as a flacon in my father's bathroom cabinet. Immense disgust and at the same time fascination overwhelm my senses, whenever I get wrapped up again in its billowing, pulsating scent cloud. Because every now and then you want to stink like a musk ox in the rut - and I don't even mean that in a derogatory way! Because then - but only then (!) is it possible for me to use Irish Moss. Because anyone who underestimates its brutal, animalistic rot and overripeness is playing a dangerous game at the limit of odour nuisance. One must be aware of this, if it is applied on the appropriate occasion and with an appropriate goal. Because with this scent man says: "Here I am! Take me or get lost" However, since seduction is a high art, just like the right (ladies) fragrance selection, I recommend the careful and careful handling of the moss! Now and then, however, when applied at the right moment, this scent can unfold its full, almost hypnotic, animal power with the opposite sex. Have fun trying it out!

I love Acqua di Gio. But since the latest bottlings of this scent icon from the 90s unfortunately only last 2-3 hours on the body with a mediocre Sillage, I was looking for a suitable scent Dupe, which has the same or similar scent properties as the original, but lasts longer. 360 For Men then also fulfils this purpose, but unfortunately nothing more. The fine fragrance nuances of Acqua di Gio and also its fruity, unobtrusive elegance are simply missing. Immediately after the drydown, 360 for Men starts an unpleasant odor odyssey in the background for me. Somewhere between the heart note and the base note there is a strange, cheap, synthetic smell, which creeps out from time to time in a repulsive way. I wonder if that's the oakmoss flavour In any case, something is struggling against the bergamot, orange, pachouli aroma, which is successful in itself. This makes the fragrance in itself rather unharmonious and unfortunately not useful in the long run. Every now and then to the sport or as an everyday perfume sufficient, but when it comes down to it, I prefer the original.

Admittedly, the title is somewhat provocative, but it is quite accurate. If you want to smell like mummy's cheap washing powder and one-dimensional freshness, this is the right place for you. Otherwise I cannot get much out of this profileless scent. Too bad - I expected more!