Realize that it is probably to do with my RAS but I've been hearing HEAPS of good stuff about this lately.

Paco Rabanne 1 Million

Cool Water by Davidoff is really good and very popular. Right now though I mainly use Eternity by CK and some David Beckham cologne I got as a gift.

"Very Sexy"for him.. the only thing Victoria Secret makes for men... i dunno about smelling like candy but girls are always telling me i smell good... i turn my mom on with this cologne...real talk

This is a fruity, but manly scent:

http://www.creedboutique.com/creed-perfu...09347.html

It is pretty expensive, but the amount of girls (and guys) who compliment me on it is staggering. It's also pretty rare because of the expense.

You should go for something that smells "citrus" or "fresh" or "fruit-ish" candy that's to much.. Cologne really shouldn't mimic female sent.

I've had great success with Ralph Lauren Romance, its light and got a citrus smell to it, its perfect for summer.

In fall I go more dark and woody with Givenchy (sp?) PI.

I get the oils though of ebay. Buying the waterdown'd stuff in stores is a rip-off. A oil bottle can last you years and costs 15-20 bucks. I've had my 'Romance' bottle for 5 years now.

Joop. http://www.basenotes.net/ID26120881.html

Colognes are a hobby of mine-I enjoy studying them, trying out different varieties, and collecting them.

Aren't Good and Plentys sort of a licorice flavor? Try Fuel for Life by Diesel- it has notes of raspberry and licorice. I own it and women like it.

The fragrance at the link posted by Astro is one that all players should seriously consider owning. I get crazy compliments from women on it. Thanks to Astro for NOT naming it- we should keep it quiet- I would hate to see every PUA and frat douche wearing it and turning it into another LeMale (very good but very common). Hopefully, given that it is expensive and not available at typical department stores that won't happen.

Basenotes.net is a great source of info on colognes but here is a caveat- there are factions on the site that prefer colognes that are out-dated, weird or just rank. They have steered a lot of beginners wrong. There are members like us on the site-identify the guys who share your taste-you are much more likely to agree with their recommendations. also check out the thread stickied at the top on female compliments-lots of good leads there.

I really ought to do a data sheet on colognes.....

I agree - having a few great smelling colognes in your arsenal is essential.
I have about 40 bottles - bit i love my fragrances so its a bit over the top.
Highly recommend Basenotes and also http://www.fragrantica.com

Depending on your age group, i think women prefer a more sweeter smelling cologne on a man. But not overly sweet as some women`s frags can be.

My most complimented have been the following

YSL - Body Kouros
GUERLAIN - L`Instant De Guerlain Extreme
GIVENCHY - Pi
BOGART - Pour Homme
JUICY COUTURE - Dirty English

this is what i prefer

Quote: (05-03-2012 11:15 AM)kosko Wrote:  

You should go for something that smells "citrus" or "fresh" or "fruit-ish" candy that's to much.. Cologne really shouldn't mimic female sent.

I've had great success with Ralph Lauren Romance, its light and got a citrus smell to it, its perfect for summer.

In fall I go more dark and woody with Givenchy (sp?) PI.

I get the oils though of ebay. Buying the waterdown'd stuff in stores is a rip-off. A oil bottle can last you years and costs 15-20 bucks. I've had my 'Romance' bottle for 5 years now.

Hey Kosko
What oils can you recommend getting???

Go to a fragrance spot or high end department store and sample sents. There have been good brands tossed around withen the post but its important to get a sniff b4 you buy. Get a list and check them out at the store then purchase your favorite in oil form.

Quote: (05-04-2012 09:48 AM)kosko Wrote:  

Go to a fragrance spot or high end department store and sample sents. There have been good brands tossed around withen the post but its important to get a sniff b4 you buy. Get a list and check them out at the store then purchase your favorite in oil form.

Also a lot of the online scent shops will send you samples for a small fee. Otherwise just go to the department store to try and find the scent you're looking for online for a better price.

CK One Summer. It's very summery.

Aqua de loewe...they dont seem to sell it in department stores in the US but you can order it online. I get complimented on it almost everytime I wear it.

My #1
Gucci by Gucci... I get a shitload of compliments when I wear it. Medium sized square bottle.

Curve for Men
Gucci Guilty Intense
Calvin Klein Eternity

Armani Mania makes chics go crazy....I like to put a few different on at the same time. One spray of something on the neck. One spray of something different on the wrist. Than ask a girl to smell me and tell me which she likes better. Than you can tell them how animals smell each other in the wild before they mate.

Do y'all feel that cologne is actually important?

I'm allergic to colognes and perfume, can't even wear deodorant that's loaded with fragrances. Makes my eyes tear and throat clench up. Hah

Quote: (05-05-2012 06:35 PM)HiFlo Wrote:  

Do y'all feel that cologne is actually important?

I'm allergic to colognes and perfume, can't even wear deodorant that's loaded with fragrances. Makes my eyes tear and throat clench up. Hah

Extremely important. You should find one you aren't allergic to.

Cologne is pretty important. I noticed that I do better when I wear it over just using deodorant. Also I'm a big fan of Pinaud Clubman. It's super cheap, which is great for my broke ass. And it smells really manly.

Colognes that smell like candy, I hope none.


My collection
#1 - Polo Double Black about $70 it's a dark scent

Daytime light and crisp - CREED VIRGIN ISLAND WATER about $280

Thinking of adding CREED TABAROME MILLESIME this is some old Time george washington, dois xx manly shit with scents of tobacco leather and I think gun powder this shit is raw.

Quote: (05-05-2012 03:04 PM)Gmac Wrote:  

My #1
Gucci by Gucci... I get a shitload of compliments when I wear it. Medium sized square bottle.

My #1 as well. Wore it out after my brother's wedding last night (God rest his player soul) and got compliments left and right. Should be in everyone's arsenal.

New Ego.
You can get it online for about $20.
It has a strong vanilla scent, but it also has a manly smell to it.
First time i got it was on canal street in new york, now i dont where anything but this shit.

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Which colognes last the longest and are extremely potent smelling?