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Do you think Iris Poudree is a good alternative to Le Labo’s Iris 39? I remember you mentioning that it was discontinued. I’m too lazy to pull out my samples. This FM brand underwhelmed me, as well, after finally deciding to get the discovery sets which from what I remember only ever affordably came out after they’ve been sold to Estee Lauder. I got the 6m and 6f sets where PoaL was repeated. My impressions were like you, mostly masculine, but also felt like they were for an old intellectual gentlemen’s club kind of way. Love Carnal Flower myself for the greenness, but the rest…Musc Ravageur was just sweet musc vanilla amber gourmand and I seem to be forcing myself to like Portrait of a Lady but I can’t. Ummm, Geranium is as they say toothpaste.

Ur overall opinion-high end spa, leaning towards male acceptance etc is why I haven’t sought them out (beyond the couple that I blind bought early on). I suspect reformulation has destroyed the ‘best’ ones. At least that’s the way I feel about my portrait. Ur cucumber sandwich and Alice n wonderland references were both poetic and laugh inducing- exactly why more folks should be watching ya. …haha ur last thought about not trying all I immediately started singing rage against the machine

Ugh I keep trying to watch this but I keep falling asleep at night and work is busy. Hahaha. I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

12 !!...Great Set to get, Z-Man. I would venture to say that, with just 2ml ea., full opinions cannot be permanently formed...Enjoy.

Hey, enjoyed the vid! That’s really interesting to hear the Xinu store was so packed!

They just use .001% of oud

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Something about your descriptions reminds me of Arquiste, which also shares the same perfumer. Arquiste also has strong Mexican influences but I don't remember seeing any mention of any unique naturals...it sounded more like recreated accords to me. Wonder if the perfumers are restricted to a certain ingredient palate in the lab. I remember Lolascents covering Xinu in the past. I wanted to get samples back then but I think I forgotten about them eventually (in the ocean of thousands of releases).

Yes! BS marketing. Inauthenticity is a deathknell for me. Hah four seasons- perfect description

Great description with the four seasons hotel. Ummo is my favorite I think… & these droppers are great and a nice change compared to all other brand’s presentation. May buy a secondhand bottle way down the line but I just don’t see how adding any of these will improve my collection. Cheers!

Cartier. ❤❤

I hope your altitude sickness gets better. Did you try dramamine???? you just need to get the NON DROWSY or you’ll be sleeping! Anywhooo.. I have a Lush across the street from me so I will have to try Salty!

Haha thanks for watching my ramble chats!

awesome love to see your scents reviews

Did you take any altitude medication in Mexico City? I went to Machu Picchu and was taking some altitude sickness meds and that made me unable to taste any food. Now I wonder if the meds + the high altitude itself did a one-two punch on my taste buds. At the time I wasn't into fragrances so didn't pay attention to my sense of smell or how it was functioning.

Hey Sam. Looks like your nose has been busy. I sampled Benjoin 19 and found it inferior to another designer patchouli fragrance I already have. Cartier Oud & Rose is a tough wear that can come across as a diaper. Currently I'm enjoying Lancome Miracle Homme which is perfumey and musky that smells addictive in the air and the morning after. Testing out a Kilian STH Extreme clone for a month now and it's turning into a full bottle soon. Backed up a bottle of Dior Leather Oud. Once I find a backup of Feve Delicieuse the Dior brand is dead to me lol.

I loved this meandering all over the place video.....I always think of you as a le labo man. I might need to change that to a cartier man.....oooh I think I know why bombay bling was not what you expected. I'm pretty sure it wasnt bombay bling. I think I gave that one away because it had tuberose in it (during a time when I HATED tuberose) I had an extra one, maybe neral, or something like that, so threw it into the box with the rest....yes I like copala from xinu- your scent memory of that rainstorm in mexico city is definitely something to cherish....a boy in an italian graveyard stealing things! hahah, those are the best types of associations.....cheers, my dear.

I see you say you like more fem-leaning fragrances, try Tom Ford Beau de Jour to see if you like that one, that one is very sharp fresh masculine lavander fougere, i love that one a lot

oud & santal is beautiful, signature scent worthy but VERY mature, anybody under 35 would feel they smell like an elder 😂 35 & up, go buy it 😍

How would you rate the projection on oud and santal and oud and oud

‘Smells like terracotta’. I hate when folks use the word evocative when talking about perfume. Not sure why, But how evocative.

What a splendid treat-Wendi and zambowman postings on the same day after being away for a while. Such a sophisticate-world traveler extraordinaire.

Is Oud and Rose the same scent as Oud and Pink?

I just found Fleur d'Oranger 27 for 99 euros on Parfumo, gonna blind buy just cause the price is so good

Cartier offers high quality perfumes.💥💥

I ❤❤Cartier.

Ylang 49 = Noir de Noir on steroids, all i get from it is Noir de Noir

Nice choices! I’m a guy wearing Private Collection right now. Love it! Have you tried the Malle update Private Collection Legacy collection? Also good.

For me oud and amber

I tried Gaiac today. It has that general Le Labo smell, their signature fresh woods and their musk

Great collection! I don't think I've seen anyone else talk about Vetiver Veritas. I've gotta get a decant to test out this summer. Escale en Haiti is beautiful as well-- the light but resinous myrrh really sets it apart. I always associate vetivers with summer but Escale en Haiti reminds me of a crisp, foggy morning.

Can you buy me Dune? ilI loved the old but love the new too.I can’t afford it but would love it. Perfume only lasts 3 years and its gross when expired.

Pour ne pas être impressionné par le Balenciaga pour homme il faut que sont nez soit défaillant

Could you speak on the difference between Oud and Rose and Oud and Pink?

Great pick-ups! I really gotta smell those Cartier Ouds.. that's been the most recommended last year.

Great haul 😊 Des cendres on my wishlist too 😍

Hi Sam. I agree Cartier Oud & Rose is a tough wear. I think I’ve worn it only a handful of times. I think L’Heures IV is the only one worth repurchasing for the horse saddle leather. Like your Kiehl’s I didn’t find the recent formulations of Muscs Koublai Khan to be dirty at all. My sample reminded me of Prada Double Dare with a little bit of culinary cumin. I’ve been wearing light florals for the spring. My spring trifecta has been vintage MM Flower Market, M/Mink, and Encens Mythique layered together. On my nonfloral days I’m finally making dents in my TF Lavendar Palm and Hermes Vanille Galante. They were forgotten among the collection. My recent pickups have been LV Mille Feux (my only female LV) , LL Iris 39 (discontinued FOMO), Nicole Miller For Men / Riviera Concepts (musty version of vintage Chanel Allure Homme), Loewe El 8 de Gran Via (backups), Le Male Pride 2023 (juicy light citrus popsicle for the gym), and Ruehl R-7 Cologne (nostalgia).

Stargazer lily = meaty? Do what? Watchoo talking about Willis? (Please tell me you get the reference). Never in a a million years would I classify lilies of any variety like that. Hmmm, I wonder if that’s one of the male/female white floral experiences that seem so different. Man, belle ame is gourmand to you? Do actual gourmands send you into diabetic coma? I think you may have started a trend. I’ve been seeing Cartier everywhere these days.

Diferent a eau de toilette?? 😍

which were the first printed or engraved batch code on the box vintage how to look? Wish to find the oldest one

Great video 👍 To the point& useful info.

Thanks for sharing something very personal! Total nostalgia scent for me, as well, and for similar reasons. It’s my only “real” perfume that I nonchalantly used throughout high school then carried over to my university days. Also, it’s the first perfume I got after I moved to the US.

From one gay man to another, thank you so much for sharing! Isn't it beautiful how fragrances can be so linked to our memories, and to pivotal times in our lives? My first "signature" fragrance when I was coming out was Beyoncé's Heat Rush, haha! My collection and taste has expanded a lot since then, but I still have a half-used bottle I stop to smell from time to time. Probably wouldn't wear it out anymore, but I still have a soft spot for it.

Thank you for sharing your memories. I have also loved ck be since I was 18. My boyfriend at the time introduced me to the fragrance and I still include it in my collection today.

Love love love this! Hands down the most powerful (and empowering) beautiful scent memory I’ve heard anyone ever talk about. Very personal…. On another note, I owe you a package! I’ll probably send it out Monday if that works with your schedule. I know ur always hopping and bopping around the world so making sure it’s a good time.

to ck Be, or not to cK Be, that is the question. Edit: cK One isn't the first marketed unisex fragrance, just the first successful one.

SYCOZ

Throughly enjoyed listening to you talking about these beauties!! My favorite Oud line without a doubt! If there’s any other from this line (or even the other line) you haven’t tried yet, let me know. I’d happily send you decants. Thank you for the shout out btw!! 😃

The Narciso one has this dry “grey” furriness to it. Curious about Grey Flannel. 🤔

I have Versace Dreamer, that's a good one that I mix with other 'fresh / summer' frags. I also have Grey Flannel , and I don't wear it. It has this offensive soap vibe, and doesn't come off as clean or fresh to me, just super soapy.

Thanks for the mention! Wow, didn't expect to see OUB 1803. Cartier Roadster is one I regret not getting when it was available on discounters for 30€. Solid selections.