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
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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/Decanter: 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: How 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)
[b]Sample Vendors[b]
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)
-Team Punishment
-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)
-ion3213 (http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...post1324166881)
-Dizzy242
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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07-30-2015, 05:33 PM #1Registered User
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07-30-2015, 05:34 PM #3Banned
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Anyone have any stuff they want to trade? I have a few I'm looking to swap. Got a Le Labo Santal 33 100ml, 85% full, if anyone is looking for that.
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07-30-2015, 05:55 PM #1150 shades of prisma
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07-30-2015, 06:01 PM #13Enjoy the ment
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07-30-2015, 06:50 PM #14Bodybuilding Success
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07-30-2015, 06:53 PM #15Registered User
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Good title. 1st page.
Most up to date collection pic I have. Missing about 7 bottles tho.
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07-30-2015, 06:54 PM #16︻╦╤─ bang bang
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Innnn bout time cologne crew got a fresh part.
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07-30-2015, 07:05 PM #18fashion brah
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Ho lee fuk, out of curiosity how much would you say you've spent on cologne over the years?Originally Posted by 95YJ
Good title. 1st page.
Most up to date collection pic I have. Missing about 7 bottles tho.
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07-30-2015, 07:06 PM #19Stay safe bros
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07-30-2015, 08:30 PM #2450 shades of prisma
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07-30-2015, 09:57 PM #29DrinkingWater
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07-30-2015, 10:46 PM #30We all gonna make it?
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