Renaldo should do an autograph session at that Burlington, never seen so many from his line in one spot. And $37.99 for 1 ounce of Versace Eau Fraiche was good for a laugh.
I’ve never been too much of a fan about Presence but Match point is one that I have and always love to wear. If you ever come across Presence Cool during a rack store hunt, I highly recommend picking it up. Easily one of my favorite freshies from Montblanc.
Gerard, I have seen both fragrances at Burlington and I never bought them. I am glad that I passed on them. Sometimes you get lucky with blind buys and sometimes the fragrances are not good. Thanks for making the video and giving your honest opinion on the fragrances.
I own Presence and really like it. I’m a fan of cinnamon, cardamom, and tonka bean fragrances. I have to overspray to get more than 4-5 hours. It’s a very safe office scent.
Not gona say that Match Point EDT is particularly impressive or creative. That said, I enjoy reaching for it when I'm playing golf or just want something to spray and go when I'm doing outdoor activities in the warmer months 🍃
Dude..watching this video Saturday morning and I see that Burlington had CR7 Game On… it’s smells very close to Stronger with you but lasts longer imo… must buy!!!
I keep seeing Lacoste Match point I was thinking of picking it up but now I seen this great review and it's a negative on scooping up Match point I'm to late on the Mont Blanc already have that in the collection Thanks Gerard good looking out.
Love seeing your area's racks as always. I know the feeling of browsing past certain frags in the racks and scrolling past certain frags online and then finally catching a case of the F*{k-its and pulling the trigger. The upside to online is it's usually the 5th bottle kicker for the free shipping so its usually close to "free" and I got 4 other scents in the haul if it's not a winner.
I'll be interested to see your weekly wears and get a full review of Match Point. I've been on the fence with it, I appreciate your honesty. My favorite is the original Lacoste, the 1984 green and white bottle. It's really great. Opens with a lime blast and some menthol-like notes. Smells like alligator polo shirts and money. I haven't seen anything like it today; in fact I wore it this week. Great stuff!
I might need to try this Lacoste.. I'm a HUGE fan of Essentials (my OG, first fragrance I bought myself in high school when in released in 05-06, many memories.. lol). Do they seem similar? I've never seen or heard of Match point until this video. lol
Another great video Gerard! I have all 3 of those Ronaldo fragrances. I think you would really like the Game on fragrance from Ronaldo. It’s the one in the black box. Doesn’t smell like your typical celebrity scent. Very nice. You don’t really do celebrity colognes I noticed. Not into them? Enjoy your weekend!
I got a Parfum de Marly Haltane the other day from Fragrance Buy and unlike the one I smelled at Neiman Marcus this one had a almost gasoline note to it . I know everyone says they sell authentic bottles I feel like something is definitely off even though the bottle and everything else seems legit compared to all the other 4 bottles I have from PDM I bought at reputable dealers . When it dries down its still a little noticeable as where the one I smelled at the department store didn’t have anything like that the several times I’ve walked by and sprayed it over the year . What are your thoughts ?
I know they are an authentic retailer I personally haven’t ordered much from them but what I have has been fine. Maybe ask them if they would be willing to send you a new bottle? Otherwise giving it more time could make a difference as well. I’ve had fragrances like that that have sat for awhile and once I start using them they settle.
Presence reminds me of the Holidays. I wear it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I have a older batch im sure. I wonder if it been reformulated or something.
Hey Gerard, love your channel! One of the best cheapies I know is “Sexy Secret” by Jean Marc Paris (awful name, I know) - but I can’t figure out for the life of me what it is a clone of? It’s such a great scent. Do you know?
individuel is the perfect fragrance. It's cheap, actually really long lasting, and smells great. it checks all three boxes, Isn't that what we all want? And it's unique. Jeremy was right about that one.
Seen Match Point EDP while near the Mexico border on the cheap. Kicked myself for not buying it. Gave me a Eternity X Eau de Grey Flannel vibe. Would’ve been a safe buy.
When you mentioned synthetic and almost sour. Is that what synthetic stuff usually smells like? Some really cheap fragrances have smelled sour, and or powdery. Those are the only frags I can't do. And I've thought that maybe they come off like that because I use bar soap to shower (?).
This is a great question. So when I say synthetic in a good way I’m usually getting dryer sheet, fuzzy, static. It’s clean but tickles the nostrils. Synthetic in this case was chemical like. There are fragrances I like with some sour nuances but they are balanced. The sourness here isn’t balanced but does fade fairly quickly. Again fantastic question.
I'm a fan of Presence and Presence Cool. For $20, you can't go wrong with either, though I'd have to say I vastly prefer Presence Cool. Match Point EDT unfortunately suffers from being not a complete fragrance in my opinion. Horrible performance. They severely improved on it with the EDP. They came up with a Match Point Cologne that I'm interested in trying.
The Presence line is pretty lacking. The cool flanker smells just like a shaving gel from Gillette. Good for the average out the shower grab but pretty much worth $5 lol
I got the presence yesterday and took it back which I never do. To me it smelt like burnt tires but I know people love it. Love your videos Gerard but man when I watch them I catch myself all day singing that guitar song :) Another great review Gerard !!!!
Great review Gerard as always... I kind of boycott the TJ maxx's that have the fragrances incarcerated in those little plexi lockbox cages.. where you can't even see the price... I prefer my fragrances to be free range😂😅. #SetThemFree
Most of these fragrances had excellent performance back in the day. Now they are Reformulated and watered down and I would not even take them for free. What a shame
Renaldo should do an autograph session at that Burlington, never seen so many from his line in one spot. And $37.99 for 1 ounce of Versace Eau Fraiche was good for a laugh.
😂😂😂😂
I’ve never been too much of a fan about Presence but Match point is one that I have and always love to wear. If you ever come across Presence Cool during a rack store hunt, I highly recommend picking it up. Easily one of my favorite freshies from Montblanc.
I’ve tried presence cool it’s nice. Gave it to my friend.
Gerard, I have seen both fragrances at Burlington and I never bought them. I am glad that I passed on them. Sometimes you get lucky with blind buys and sometimes the fragrances are not good. Thanks for making the video and giving your honest opinion on the fragrances.
That’s the goal with these videos let you know what actually is just average and don’t bother.
I own Presence and really like it. I’m a fan of cinnamon, cardamom, and tonka bean fragrances. I have to overspray to get more than 4-5 hours. It’s a very safe office scent.
Yeah the mix of notes works beautifully. I agree extremely safe office scent.
Thanks for video on those! No need to get them! I see presence all the time Burlington! So nice to know about
These are an easy skip Vance.
My favorite Montblanc fragance so far. "Pro tip" do not sisy spray, spray heavy including shirt it doesn't stain, I get 8H easy.
Yea gotta spray this one heavy.
@gerardgeorge If you like cinnamon, you'll like it, it turns into a powdery scent, great for fall/cool and winter.
Not gona say that Match Point EDT is particularly impressive or creative. That said, I enjoy reaching for it when I'm playing golf or just want something to spray and go when I'm doing outdoor activities in the warmer months 🍃
I can see it be worn in very casual situations and even being an “outdoor” scent. Good point Ryan.
Dude..watching this video Saturday morning and I see that Burlington had CR7 Game On… it’s smells very close to Stronger with you but lasts longer imo… must buy!!!
Everyone is saying this! I will grab it next time I see it and try it. Thanks
I keep seeing Lacoste Match point I was thinking of picking it up but now I seen this great review and it's a negative on scooping up Match point I'm to late on the Mont Blanc already have that in the collection Thanks Gerard good looking out.
That's why I do these you got it!
Love seeing your area's racks as always. I know the feeling of browsing past certain frags in the racks and scrolling past certain frags online and then finally catching a case of the F*{k-its and pulling the trigger. The upside to online is it's usually the 5th bottle kicker for the free shipping so its usually close to "free" and I got 4 other scents in the haul if it's not a winner.
😂😂😂spot on!
I'll be interested to see your weekly wears and get a full review of Match Point. I've been on the fence with it, I appreciate your honesty. My favorite is the original Lacoste, the 1984 green and white bottle. It's really great. Opens with a lime blast and some menthol-like notes. Smells like alligator polo shirts and money. I haven't seen anything like it today; in fact I wore it this week. Great stuff!
That description sounds perfect! I remember the eighties so I would appreciate it.
@@gerardgeorge Loved the 80's music too: New Order, Simple Minds, Human League, Gary Numan. Great stuff!
Lacoste's matchpoint is a pretty good line. I prefer the cologne with the rhubarb note. Great summer cheapie.
The cologne seems to be the one to grab!
I have the Mont Blanc Starwalker and the Individual , and Emblem intense they are pretty solid fragrances, especially the Emblem intense 😊
I like all of them
Hello Gerard, Great job on the video and first impressions. Thanks for the heads up. Stay safe brother
Thanks Gregg appreciate it my man
I might need to try this Lacoste.. I'm a HUGE fan of Essentials (my OG, first fragrance I bought myself in high school when in released in 05-06, many memories.. lol).
Do they seem similar?
I've never seen or heard of Match point until this video. lol
I don't think they are similar but Essentials is a nice scent still.
Another great video Gerard! I have all 3 of those Ronaldo fragrances. I think you would really like the Game on fragrance from Ronaldo. It’s the one in the black box. Doesn’t smell like your typical celebrity scent. Very nice. You don’t really do celebrity colognes I noticed. Not into them? Enjoy your weekend!
I have a couple Angel nothing against them. You’re the second person to mention Game On I’m gonna grab and let you guys know what I think about it.
@@gerardgeorge please do. I really think you’ll like that one!
My first Mont Blanc was Legend and I was a big fan
Yep smells like A&F fierce!
I got a Parfum de Marly Haltane the other day from Fragrance Buy and unlike the one I smelled at Neiman Marcus this one had a almost gasoline note to it . I know everyone says they sell authentic bottles I feel like something is definitely off even though the bottle and everything else seems legit compared to all the other 4 bottles I have from PDM I bought at reputable dealers . When it dries down its still a little noticeable as where the one I smelled at the department store didn’t have anything like that the several times I’ve walked by and sprayed it over the year . What are your thoughts ?
I know they are an authentic retailer I personally haven’t ordered much from them but what I have has been fine. Maybe ask them if they would be willing to send you a new bottle? Otherwise giving it more time could make a difference as well. I’ve had fragrances like that that have sat for awhile and once I start using them they settle.
Presence reminds me of the Holidays. I wear it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I have a older batch im sure. I wonder if it been reformulated or something.
I think it has. I can see this being a holiday scent though for sure.
Nice review love the video G stay motivated dream big 1 mill on the way
Thanks Antwain!
Guess seductive blue is a low key banger!! Amazing la nuit alternative/clone with a fresh kick
Lnd is one of my favorites of all time
Don't pass up the Zegna Intenso, it's better than its own price point.
I have it and love it. I did one of these videos on it.
I have it, don't sissy spray.
@@cheesquilin962 two sprays is good. Let it sit on your shelf for a couple of months, actually improves the longevity
Just passing Thur go back and pick up that Banana Republic
It may be one I tried or have I’ll check it out.
The Montblanc Presence reminds me of Hugo Boss Bottled, did not have them both to try a side by side comparison but I get the same vibe
I can definitely see that. The boss has more of a designer feel and longer lasting even newer formulations.
Legend Spirit and Legend EDP are really good colognes.
Yes definitely two of the more popular ones for sure
Hey Gerard, love your channel! One of the best cheapies I know is “Sexy Secret” by Jean Marc Paris (awful name, I know) - but I can’t figure out for the life of me what it is a clone of? It’s such a great scent. Do you know?
I haven't smelled it but I've seen it. Maybe a hidden gem?
@@gerardgeorge It is really terrific - pls try! I just can't find out what it is a clone of. If it's not a clone, then I'm SERIOUSLY impressed.
All the Banana Republic frags are worth it
Love them!
individuel is the perfect fragrance. It's cheap, actually really long lasting, and smells great. it checks all three boxes, Isn't that what we all want?
And it's unique. Jeremy was right about that one.
I love Individuel.
Sprayed once it’s been sitting on my shelf for 3 years.
can i have it
Would have grabbed the hugo reflective
Yea I still have to try it
Seen Match Point EDP while near the Mexico border on the cheap. Kicked myself for not buying it. Gave me a Eternity X Eau de Grey Flannel vibe. Would’ve been a safe buy.
I know people like the EDP better
When you mentioned synthetic and almost sour. Is that what synthetic stuff usually smells like? Some really cheap fragrances have smelled sour, and or powdery. Those are the only frags I can't do. And I've thought that maybe they come off like that because I use bar soap to shower (?).
This is a great question. So when I say synthetic in a good way I’m usually getting dryer sheet, fuzzy, static. It’s clean but tickles the nostrils. Synthetic in this case was chemical like. There are fragrances I like with some sour nuances but they are balanced. The sourness here isn’t balanced but does fade fairly quickly. Again fantastic question.
If you see Hermetica Peonypop at TJ Maxx like i did today, pick it up! Imagine Montale made a summery version of Moschino Toy Boy
Oh this sounds good!
I'm a fan of Presence and Presence Cool. For $20, you can't go wrong with either, though I'd have to say I vastly prefer Presence Cool.
Match Point EDT unfortunately suffers from being not a complete fragrance in my opinion. Horrible performance. They severely improved on it with the EDP. They came up with a Match Point Cologne that I'm interested in trying.
as I wrote to Gerard, Match Point EDT and EDP did not impress me, but I liked the cologne very much.
Heard cologne is great Danny.
So curious about CR7 game on, hear that it smells like Stronger With You Absolutely?? Would love to hear your thought on it
I’ll have to grab it and see what’s up!
I get cinnamon & mint from presence!???Really nice for a night time switch up...
The opening is great it just fades instantly on me.
Hell, I’d be happy if my TJ Maxx had half that much!
They’ve been loaded lately.
Would you recommend using Match point in the gym Gerard? Or in high heat situations?
I certainly would. Either situation it would be welcome.
@@gerardgeorge thanks a lot. Nice to hear that.
Mont Blanc Legend EDP is 🔥
Yes the legend line is well done.
The Presence line is pretty lacking. The cool flanker smells just like a shaving gel from Gillette. Good for the average out the shower grab but pretty much worth $5 lol
Great comparison!
Do you like Green Irish or Dunhill racing?
I haven’t tried the Dunhill but GIT is a top 10 scent for me.
@@gerardgeorge Thank you!
Explorer and the legend line are montblancs most popular
Legend Spirit.
Explorer, Legend EDP and Legend Spirit are pretty good nah mean.
Yes you guys reminded of legend!
@@gerardgeorge 😁
To me, La Coste and Mont Blanc fragrances are generally cheap and synthetic products.
That’s always been my issue with Lacoste. With Mont Blanc I think synthetic but pleasing at least with the ones I own. I don’t own many.
These cheapies/ brands are really costly in the long run. Gerard did this video to save YOU money and save YOU time.
That’s literally the goal with these videos haha
Presence reminds me of Brut.
Interesting! I havent smelled Brut in years but I used to wear it.
@@gerardgeorge yeah not a clone, but there's something in it that hints at it. I have about a third of a bottle of Presence left. I like it.
I got the presence yesterday and took it back which I never do. To me it smelt like burnt tires but I know people love it. Love your videos Gerard but man when I watch them I catch myself all day singing that guitar song :) Another great review Gerard !!!!
Hahaha love it brother. Thank you for the feedback and support.
Mont Blanc Presence is a good fragrance. I have put a dent in my bottle.
Smells great I think this is a new formulation. Does your bottle have Montblanc written as 2 words?
At least Lacoste didn't call it "deuce" and make it a brown liquid.
😂😂😂 that marketing person would have to be fired!
37, for an ounce of Versace Man eau Fraiche is bizarre. 100 mls fetch for around the same price3
Yea just terrible pricing.
@@gerardgeorge I would almost believe that’s a mistake on their part. I could see the 1.7 or 2.5 oz being that expensive🤦♂️
Great review Gerard as always... I kind of boycott the TJ maxx's that have the fragrances incarcerated in those little plexi lockbox cages.. where you can't even see the price... I prefer my fragrances to be free range😂😅. #SetThemFree
😂😂😂😂 love it Pappy
Most of these fragrances had excellent performance back in the day. Now they are Reformulated and watered down and I would not even take them for free. What a shame
Really is.
Grab the cr7s
True. Do you know all of them? There are like 5 of them. Which one is best?
Which one do you recommend as your favorite?
@@gerardgeorge I like the og “red” but I hear game on is really good too.
You passed a discontinued frag, never tried tbh but that Escada seemed really interesting !
The escada is discontinued or a different one?
I'm talking about The Escada all the way.
Hi, I hope you could give me some of your perfume that you less like or you dont like. I dont have any designer perfume yet. Thanks in advance.
I do giveaways all the time on the channel make sure you are subscribed!
@@gerardgeorge im following you for a long time
@@gerardgeorge i like your video specially when you are buying perfume in burlington
@@rodelreyes2165 appreciate it brother
Can’t pass on metal rain come on
I have it from another haul.