There is no question that Dolce and Gabbana is by far my favorite and has been that I've carried for over 6 years now. I consider it my signature fragrance because it is the one that I make to replenish when i see the ordinarily shaped bottle get passed the invisible half way marker. It's the one that has a smaller brother always ready to go in my travel bag for any situation that comes along. The bottle has no bright colors, no interesting look or signature details- the fragrance in this case speaks for itself and so do the ladies if they find the courage to speak their sense.
I do like to switch it up and have another group I play with for different occasions. Here are a few that are some that rank high in my nose and have gotten a good response when worn. You can pick up most of these at
Sephora.com or at a local Sephora.
The essential fragrance in my collection. This one is one I pickup everytime I go to Spain since Boise lacks variety in almost everything and I'm unable to get it locally.
A fragrance of unadorned elegance, vibrant notes of citrus bergamot with warmer tones of wood. At once classic, modern, and sensual, this everyday fragrance embodies masculine charisma.
Notes:
Bergamot, White Pear, Cashmere Wood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean, Musk
Style:
Elegant. Sophisticated. Contemporary.
Declaration Essence is a tribute to men in love. The Essence explores new facets of the original perfume by underlining the strength of its sensuality and natural refreshing woody harmony. A pure and elegant bottle is made of a heart shaped glass with shades from deepest blue to near transparent. The refreshing top notes of bergamot reveal a unique signature built around intense woody middle notes and a profoundly sensual base.
Notes:
Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Cistus, Pepper, Cardamom, Cedar Wood, Vetiver, Oak Moss, Immortelle.
Style:
Sensual. Elegant. Refined.
Distinct, innovative, elegant, and subtle, this warm fragrance offers a long-lasting sensuality. Inspired by the energy and international allure of New York, 212 Men fragrance is impeccably attired in a bottle inspired by the world's most refined objects. It is packaged in a carton of colors evoking those same key notes of energy, style, and panache.
Notes:
Grapefruit, Ginger, Mandarin, Aquatic Molecules, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Musk.
Style:
For a sexy, sophisticated, subtle, and spontaneous man.
This sensual, masculine fragrance is aromatic, with an assertive, spicy core and a warm, leathery-like background that makes it unique and inherently noble and gentlemanlike. Brisk Moroccan coastal plants spiked with piquant fruits, cinnamon tree leaves, pepper, lush florals, smooth woods, and Turkish tobacco make this scent truly unforgettable.
Notes:
Rhubarb, Santolina, Quince Paste, Silver Absinthe, Marine Fennel, Cubeb Peppers, Juniper Berries, White Lavender, Cinnamon Tree Leaves, Jasmine, Orris Root, Patchouli, Oak Moss, Fir Balsam, Ashwood, Tonka Beans, Tobacco Leaf, Madras Wood, Suede Accents.
Style:
Classic. Distinctive. Smooth.
Do you have what it takes? It's a question of conviction, a matter of self-confidence. Experience Only The Brave from Diesel—a magnetic duality connecting the warmth and masculinity of lemon and leather with the energy of amber and cedar wood.
Notes:
Lemon, Leather, Amber, Cedarwood.
Style:
Bold. Compelling. Dynamic.
How to Buy (and Apply) Fragrance
Think small.
The life span of a bottle of cologne is one year. Even if you haven't gone through the whole thing, after twelve months buy a fresh one; you don't want to wear a stale fragrance. I typically get two a year and have a collection of 15 but I try to use the oldest ones on spraying my garments and closets.
Test in increments.
When shopping for a fragrance, try two at a time at the most, one on each arm. Sniff your shirtsleeve between tests to clear your palate. Choose one after you like the way it smells on your skin as they can smell different on others....
Keep it simple.
Leave spraying wrists and other pulse points to the ladies. One hit on each side of your neck will do. Maybe one on the stomach if your single and are out for the evening.
Rotate scents.
Like your wardrobe, your scent should change with the seasons. In the warmer months, wear a small amount of a lighter, fresher scent; in winter, heavier scents like musks in slightly larger doses are appropriate. This is pretty easy to figure out...
