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Nwhite 3 years ago
Roger & Gallet Open
SMELL 'EM WHO'S BOSS!
Roger & Gallet OPEN belongs not only in the Cheapie Hall of Fame ($19 bucks!), but also as an honorable mention in the 80's masculine swagger tobacco scents hall.
Men's fragrance aficionados of stalwarts Polo, Quorum, Jacomo de Jacomo, and Tsar will revel in OPEN so wear with confidence!
4 stars
Roger & Gallet OPEN belongs not only in the Cheapie Hall of Fame ($19 bucks!), but also as an honorable mention in the 80's masculine swagger tobacco scents hall.
Men's fragrance aficionados of stalwarts Polo, Quorum, Jacomo de Jacomo, and Tsar will revel in OPEN so wear with confidence!
4 stars
Jacques Bogart One Man Show
"One Man Show" (Vintage spray / 85% vol) -
Jacques Bogart "One Man Show" already holds a strong position in the cheapie hall of fame so I will not belabor that point.
For reference, if you are a fan of "Bogart Signature (1975)", you will notice the clear progression One Man Show takes just 5 years later to ring in 1980 as the decade of powerhouse men's fragrances.
One Man Show follows the note pyramid to a tee, opening up with with a dry blast of Bergamot, Basil, and Galbanum...transitioning briefly to layer on Rose and Jasmine before closing with Sandalwood, Castoreum, and Cedar. The 85% vintage was never synthetic at all to my nose.
Overall, this one projects serious business. Dry, masculine and in charge at all times! If you are all about wearing frags that do not sit on the fence, One Man Show timelessly fits the bill 100%.
4 stars
Jacques Bogart "One Man Show" already holds a strong position in the cheapie hall of fame so I will not belabor that point.
For reference, if you are a fan of "Bogart Signature (1975)", you will notice the clear progression One Man Show takes just 5 years later to ring in 1980 as the decade of powerhouse men's fragrances.
One Man Show follows the note pyramid to a tee, opening up with with a dry blast of Bergamot, Basil, and Galbanum...transitioning briefly to layer on Rose and Jasmine before closing with Sandalwood, Castoreum, and Cedar. The 85% vintage was never synthetic at all to my nose.
Overall, this one projects serious business. Dry, masculine and in charge at all times! If you are all about wearing frags that do not sit on the fence, One Man Show timelessly fits the bill 100%.
4 stars
Azzaro pour homme
Dated? Get your terminology right, the word you were searching for is "Timeless". A Hall of Famer in the canon of masculine fragrances that fits any season or occasion. Well blended and simply smells good.
Vintage bottles can still be found fairly easily (chrome topped cap), while the re-formulation stands tall amongst most other fougere "pour homme's".
No reason to over think this one, splish splash and enjoy!
5 stars.
Vintage bottles can still be found fairly easily (chrome topped cap), while the re-formulation stands tall amongst most other fougere "pour homme's".
No reason to over think this one, splish splash and enjoy!
5 stars.
Nwhite 3 years ago
Michael Kors For Men (2014)
Fans of the 2001 original version - “Michael” - will enjoy this update as the DNA is still there minus the powerhouse longevity and projection.
The prominent tobacco note is toned down and blended right in the middle of the juice with a dash of spicy pepper, a smooth suede and a mild sweetness from the sandalwood. If you are familiar with the differences between Polo Green and Polo Modern Reserve, this is essentially the same re-composition. Tone down the tobacco and add sueded leather.
Or, if the original is a pint of Guinness with a shot of Jameson, then this one is a chilled Harp Lager. What, you didn’t know Michael Kors was Irish!?
IMO, the Michael Kors men’s line gets a bad rap when in fact the juice is well blended with original compositions compared to other designers offerings. The simple blocky rectangle bottle design and less than creative flanker line (EXTREME!!!) probably don’t help much. Give it a sniff anyway...
4 stars
The prominent tobacco note is toned down and blended right in the middle of the juice with a dash of spicy pepper, a smooth suede and a mild sweetness from the sandalwood. If you are familiar with the differences between Polo Green and Polo Modern Reserve, this is essentially the same re-composition. Tone down the tobacco and add sueded leather.
Or, if the original is a pint of Guinness with a shot of Jameson, then this one is a chilled Harp Lager. What, you didn’t know Michael Kors was Irish!?
IMO, the Michael Kors men’s line gets a bad rap when in fact the juice is well blended with original compositions compared to other designers offerings. The simple blocky rectangle bottle design and less than creative flanker line (EXTREME!!!) probably don’t help much. Give it a sniff anyway...
4 stars
Michael Kors Michael For Men (2001)
A favorite tobacco forward fragrance that doesn't smell like anything else out there as it is both retro and modern all at once.
Even the 2014 re-issue has a much different composition, while maintaining only a touch of the original's backbone. I really enjoy both versions, but reach for the vintage more often especially in cooler weather.
Fortunately, the vintage is still widely available on-line in 1, 2.5, and 4 oz bottles so check it out while you still can.
Michael Kors produces a full line for men today, but in 2001 there was only one choice - "Michael"... and he got it right the first time.
4.5 stars.
Even the 2014 re-issue has a much different composition, while maintaining only a touch of the original's backbone. I really enjoy both versions, but reach for the vintage more often especially in cooler weather.
Fortunately, the vintage is still widely available on-line in 1, 2.5, and 4 oz bottles so check it out while you still can.
Michael Kors produces a full line for men today, but in 2001 there was only one choice - "Michael"... and he got it right the first time.
4.5 stars.
