ITT: We discuss our favorite colognes, what gets the most compliments, what we have, what we want to get, etc. Everything cologne! Everyone is welcome to participate, from newbies, to niche masters.
Cologne Crew History
Part 1: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=121805201
Part 2: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=139990403
Part 3: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=146288883
Part 4: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=148702653
Part 5: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=149808293
Part 6: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=150709723
Part 7: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=151576113
Part 8: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=152633213
Part 9: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=153869021
Part 10: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=155784113
Part 11: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=157935333
Part 12: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=160480051
How To Properly Apply Cologne
Depending on the strength of the cologne, use anywhere from 1 to 5 sprays. Most people go with 2 or 3 sprays. If the strength of the cologne is an 'eau fraiche', you can easily use 3-5, or if the cologne itself is especially light. If the cologne is of parfum strength or is a winter scent, use sparingly. Typically, heavier scents like those should only be sprayed 1 to 2 times.
The cologne in question should be sprayed on pulse points, or points on the body where there is a pulse/vein/major artery. Spraying on this point allows the cologne to develop properly due to it being heated by the pulse point. Some claim this is broscience, but it works well for me and many others. Usual pulse points/application spots include the sides of the neck where the carotid artery is, the base of the neck, the back of the neck (more rarely applied here, good for people to smell you after you pass by), the wrists, the inner elbow inserts, and the back of the knees. Experiment with it and see what works for you.
Cologne Lingo
Split: An event where a host buys a large quantity of a fragrance (usually high end/expensive) and divides it into smaller amounts to make it more affordable for people who dont necessarily want a large amount.
Decant: To divide up a large quantity of liquid into smaller batches.
Flacon: A large stopper bottle or flask. Usually in reference to the large quantity of a fragrance to be decanted into smaller amounts.
Atomizer: A device uses to convert a liquid into a mist. ie. the sprayer on the top of your bottle.
Notes: The description or breakdown of what is smelled within a fragrance. Broken down into 3 stages: 1. Top note (opening), middle note, base note
Gourmand: A fragrance that contains food-based notes. Colognes/perfumes that taste edible. ie. vanilla, mint, chocolate, coffee, cherry.
Projection: The distance a cologne travels. How far away can it be detected?
Longevity: Howm long a cologne lasts.
EDP: Eau de parfum -(8 - 15% perfume oil)
EDT: Eau de toilette -(4 - 10% perfume oil)
Sillage: The trail your fragrance leaves behind.
"Blind buy": To buy a cologne without sampling it or having no exposure to it. (never recommended)
Sample Vendors
http://www.aedes.com/Aedes-Sample-Service_p_908.html (Cheap samples for US brahs only)
www.theperfumedcourt.com
www.surrendertochance.com
www.luckyscent.com - Recommended for Canadian brahs.
Check Burzan's sig for a post on fragrance houses that offer free samples
Niche vs. Designer Fragrances
To make a long boring story short, niche versus designer colognes are based on storefronts selling the particular fragrance. Niche colognes are a little more rare/difficult to find. Generally only sold online or at boutiques. Designer fragrances are more popular/easier to find, sold in a lot of popular retailers.
Approved Splitters/Sellers along with a link to a post from them so you can see what they're splitting
-niktak11 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1109277503)
-Kidd123 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1108384853)
-ArtVandelay15
-Team Punishment
-Love Pirate (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1108358533)
-Betteroffalone (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1108668643)
-M323 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1108485253)
-Jsmith1990 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1213602151)
-Penisguyjones (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1215264261)
-Coolcicada (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1213601391)
-PipeHitter808 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1257599781)
Cologne Recommendation? Fill Out Form and POST IT!
Scent Popularity
[ ]Popular scent
[ ]Less popular scent
[ ]Doesn't Matter
Do you want to use it for..
[ ]Daytime
[ ]Nighttime
[ ]Doesn't matter
What season should it be appropriate for (select all that apply)
[ ]Winter
[ ]Spring
[ ]Summer
[ ]Fall
What occasion are you wearing it for
[ ]Signature Day to Day
[ ]Night Out/Bar/Clubbing
[ ]Date
[ ]Upper Class/Special Occasions
Mood/Tone
[ ]Alpha
[ ]Playful/Inviting
[ ]Subtle
[ ]Intimate
[ ]Bold/Daring
How much would you like to spend?
[ ]less than $20
[ ]20-50$
[ ]50-100$
[ ]$100+ CEO'n 10k a day
Rules
-Do NOT Spam thread
-Make good use of the form above if you're new and don't know where to start
-Talking overly of "Splits" i.e. business in thread will result in negs, keep it to PMs
Be sure to check the approved splitters sigs to see what they are splitting
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06-25-2014, 05:10 PM #1Bodybuilding Success
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06-25-2014, 05:11 PM #4Banned
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In!! The two lines I'm looking forward to sampling the rest of soon...
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06-25-2014, 05:21 PM #11Sexual Tyrannosaurus
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Where did TP go?
Someone enlighten me please.Fitness Journal:
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Be sure to edit the OP and add yourself and PGJ to the splitter list
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SOTD: Creed Royal Water. Finally figured out how to enjoy this frag. Even out of the atomizer I was applying too much. It became cloying real quick. One light spray to the neck and one on each arm is more than enough.A pattern in the chaos.
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06-25-2014, 05:28 PM #15Registered User
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In... anyone got some Japon Noir to decant?
On another note, I don't like Green Irish Tweed. Smells super light to me. To be fair, the only other decants I currently own are Tom Ford, but there is just something about GIT that smells cheap to me. I really lived Erolfa though*Praying Zeke Goes for 40 Crew*
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06-25-2014, 05:29 PM #1650 shades of prisma
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Bahaha is this a legit image?Originally Posted by ion3213
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I love Tom Ford adsOriginally Posted by flangmasterj
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06-25-2014, 05:56 PM #24
in. Sampled a bunch of demeter scents at the walgreens in downtown LA yesterday, Thunderstorm and rain = hnnnnnng
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SOTD : Charles St. Prefer this to TL.
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06-25-2014, 06:10 PM #27Enjoy the ment
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I second that. Neroli Portofino ads are great too (especially when you see the one that can't be shown on this site)Originally Posted by phreshprince
I love Tom Ford ads
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06-25-2014, 06:21 PM #29Powerlifter In The Works
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