I would love to see a tables turned type of video. Where Aaron brings his favorite fragrances and has Chris smell them and decide whether he likes them and what he likes about them.
I always love you two together. Aaron has so much know-how and so much to say, but he's always inherently shy. Chris really brings him out, and I enjoy how respectful the two men are of each other for their different strengths.
I agree, they have great chemistry. I also like the ideas that Chris brings to videos, as well as the questions he asks. Aaron would probably keep it pretty linear (as he does in his own videos) which I love, but Chris just brings that x factor and outside pedestrian perspective.
I have learned so much from Aaron. He is a chemist with real passion for perfumery. Great video. Amouage Dia is one of my favorites from the brand. Exceptional floral perfume.
I love hearing Aaron talk about fragrances and break them down like he just did. Thanks Chris for having videos with Aaron, so we can hear more of that. For me it’s more than just liking the fragrances scent. It’s learning about what goes into to each one and everything else so I really appreciate it. Keep having him coming on.
His hands alone can tell a story. The way he poetically moves his hands when describing notes, makes me wonder if people that know sign language can understand him.
@@oldschoolfunkster1 he'd have to be using sign language for people that know sign language to understand him you doughnut, they can't just make sense of random hand movements
@@robbiecale3327 ... I can understand some sign language because it has some common sense, international hand gestures of what they're trying to communicate. Oh, and I love fresh donuts.
Love Arron. He’s really done a great job at giving people a glimpse of what goes in this art of fragrance composition. I’ve been working on something lately that is giving me such a hard time. But it’s all worth it cuz we love it. 🖤🦄
I just found this channel. This was the absolute best format, of a fragrance review, that I’ve ever seen! Was already a fan and follow Aaron. Will sub.
Took the plunge and purchased a bottle after your previous video Chris. It’s insanely good and already had a lot of compliments. A new favourite. Keep up the great work.
Went on sale on Liberty of London, just picked it up. I must say when I tried this in Selfridges the other week I was blown away and got a sample straight away. Fantastic fragrance.
The best part of watching Aaron talking 1fragrance is his body language.. people can say anything about a perfume , but you can actually watch his movements , facial expressions , and you can get the exact idea or visualize the shorta effect its gonna make on you and people around .
Damn, Aaron is very inspiring personality. Thanks to Him, I am trying to learn some things about chemical side of perfumery. It has become my life passion.
I enjoy this channel so much more then gent scents, it feels like a dedicated show that's legit lol not some random TH-cam video pushed daily with no real substance.
A lot of girls don't like the original reflection man, it's too feminine but most guys that smell it love it. I've seen a few girls test reflection man they all hated it
Reflection Man is a fantastic fragrance that isn't the sort of thing I generally want to wear, but would love to smell elsewhere. I'm curious of Reflection 45 would be different with its amped spiciness and woodiness and richness to balance the powder. Thoughts?
I remember I asked you a few weeks ago if you would do a vid on this fragrance with Aaron😄and you replied with just a 😉...so I have been waiting patiently, (well impatiently) 🤣🤣and here you deliver, thank you so much Chris 🙏🏼 loved the video❤️both of you really are a class act. Take care and much love 💙🏴
And this is why xerjoff alexandria ii is my all time favourite. It’s soft and powdery with lavender and vanilla, but the Oud in the background sucker punches you in the face out of nowhere. It’s such a perfect balance
Chris, Aaron....any chance you guys have a bottle of smoulder left?....I just got into Aaron's frags around January and they are fantastic.....Im willing to pay double the amount that it retailed for.
You say you will use this for the rest of your life? How long will this actually stay good for? Will it last longer being a higher oil content or spoil quicker? What is the life expectancy of a frag this expensive vs an EDP for example? Thank you!!
I love amouage its my favorite house I own 8 ATM have not got the chance to smell this one or any of the newer ones yet ect meander enclave boundless I love reflection so I have to get a move on and get these samples lol .
Hi . I'm curious to know from all viewers experience where do you purchase your fragrances? I'm wondering if the online stores are really less expensive than the stores. Thanks
imagine going out and paying $800 for a bottle of perfume because Chris Wilkinson says he got 15 compliments in 1 night wearing it, only to not have anyone compliment you on it
You bought that bottle really quick as well, remember you made that video about the compliments at Esxence and basically had a bottle within days. I haven't tried R45 yet myself, I do like the original, but not that much. Don't like iris at all myself.
Just remember. When southern US people say “bless your heart”. They mean FU. Compliments could mean you’re shockingly (smelly, beautiful, ugly, just shocking). Doesn’t always mean a good thing.
From 1:52 - 2:00… I’m questioning how a passionate perfumer, like any great artist, can love their craft so much/pour their heart & soul into their creations and yet…not appreciate complements over them?? If art isn’t acknowledged by the world around you and instead, you get crickets and silence, what is the point? Either I’m missing something or Aaron is regarding this. Certainly went over my head there 🥺
I was thinking the same as the nature of the complimenters weren't revealed until I read your comment. Even still, this being his most complimented fragrance ever says something! Because I'm sure he has been to many other perfume summits before
I’d assume the safest way to start a conversation on the right foot with a fragrance reviewer is by complimenting how he/she/they smell.. knowing that, how do you discern a genuine compliment from a customary/polite/fake ones when you’re known as someone who reviews fragrance?
I was thinking the same as the nature of the complimenters weren't revealed until I read your comment. Even still, this being his most complimented fragrance ever says something! Because I'm sure he has been to many other perfume summits before
@@stx7389 because its shallow, superficial, and yes deluded. No one care about your fragrance, they only compliment you if they notice you wearing it like bright colored shoes. It doesn't mean they like it, it just means they noticed you care and are messaging your ego.
Aaron used to irritate me because so much he said was purely negative. I've really come to appreciate his input, criticism, and break downs of the fragrances as he has grown.
The original was one of the worst perfumes I’ve smelled so far. Headache inducing neroli bomb. That’s still my favorite thing about perfumery though. It’s all so subjective. There’s a lot of beauty in that alone.
Synthetic aromachemicals. Cashmeran, kephalis, karanal, some musks like Habanolide. All have a metallic woody vibe. 'Metallic' is like a hot iron smell. Used a lot in modern perfumery.
I would love to see a tables turned type of video. Where Aaron brings his favorite fragrances and has Chris smell them and decide whether he likes them and what he likes about them.
Such a good idea 100%
I can listen to Aaron talk all day. He's very knowledgeable!
And I don’t mean to be weird, but his voice has me wishing he’d read me a book or som’n 😂
I always love you two together. Aaron has so much know-how and so much to say, but he's always inherently shy. Chris really brings him out, and I enjoy how respectful the two men are of each other for their different strengths.
I agree, they have great chemistry. I also like the ideas that Chris brings to videos, as well as the questions he asks. Aaron would probably keep it pretty linear (as he does in his own videos) which I love, but Chris just brings that x factor and outside pedestrian perspective.
don't listen. you didn't win this is a scam
I have learned so much from Aaron. He is a chemist with real passion for perfumery. Great video. Amouage Dia is one of my favorites from the brand. Exceptional floral perfume.
I love hearing Aaron talk about fragrances and break them down like he just did. Thanks Chris for having videos with Aaron, so we can hear more of that. For me it’s more than just liking the fragrances scent. It’s learning about what goes into to each one and everything else so I really appreciate it. Keep having him coming on.
His hands alone can tell a story. The way he poetically moves his hands when describing notes, makes me wonder if people that know sign language can understand him.
@@oldschoolfunkster1 he'd have to be using sign language for people that know sign language to understand him you doughnut, they can't just make sense of random hand movements
@@robbiecale3327 ... I can understand some sign language because it has some common sense, international hand gestures of what they're trying to communicate.
Oh, and I love fresh donuts.
Love how quick Aaron changed the topic of compliments. “Oh look at the bottle”
‘If you don’t like it don’t buy it’.
Words to live by there.
Love Arron. He’s really done a great job at giving people a glimpse of what goes in this art of fragrance composition. I’ve been working on something lately that is giving me such a hard time. But it’s all worth it cuz we love it. 🖤🦄
Thank you so much for the collap lads, I'm definitely going to try out some ATH fragrances soon, more videos together please!
Aaron is such an artist. So unique.
The best fragrance duo in the game .. I love when Chris triggers Aaron and gets him started .. you can feel his passion 🤣👏🏼👍🏼great video again guys.
I just found this channel.
This was the absolute best format, of a fragrance review, that I’ve ever seen!
Was already a fan and follow
Aaron.
Will sub.
I enjoy watching this type of intelligent conversation about fragrance.
Took the plunge and purchased a bottle after your previous video Chris. It’s insanely good and already had a lot of compliments. A new favourite. Keep up the great work.
Went on sale on Liberty of London, just picked it up. I must say when I tried this in Selfridges the other week I was blown away and got a sample straight away. Fantastic fragrance.
You can really see Aaron in his element when he's breaking down and analyzing notes!
The best part of watching Aaron talking 1fragrance is his body language.. people can say anything about a perfume , but you can actually watch his movements , facial expressions , and you can get the exact idea or visualize the shorta effect its gonna make on you and people around .
Damn, Aaron is very inspiring personality. Thanks to Him, I am trying to learn some things about chemical side of perfumery. It has become my life passion.
He is a one in a million artist
I enjoy this channel so much more then gent scents, it feels like a dedicated show that's legit lol not some random TH-cam video pushed daily with no real substance.
One of the best Duos on the FragCom
Cheers to you 2🏆
Those seats tho🔥🏆Class
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Having interlude 45 and epic 56 both are fantastic
Thanks guys!! 🙏🏻
I got a tester of this, the girls like it but I don't like the price it costs 😂
A lot of girls don't like the original reflection man, it's too feminine but most guys that smell it love it. I've seen a few girls test reflection man they all hated it
@@GrowingDownUnder This version 45 is different from the original, remembers something, but it changes. Take a look at the notes of both
Where did you bought the tester?
@@stefanotravaglini451 In Madrid, lesecretdumarais
Get it with a 25% discount code then 👌
Love the Aaron collabs
Animalistic with sweet notes….he hit it on the head. When combined together, it creates magic!!!
ATH always love the collabo!
I love perfumes and I also like R45 but I really really need those chairs 😍
Reflection Man is a fantastic fragrance that isn't the sort of thing I generally want to wear, but would love to smell elsewhere.
I'm curious of Reflection 45 would be different with its amped spiciness and woodiness and richness to balance the powder. Thoughts?
What a great video idea Chris, loved this
Must say Aaron with beard and macho look is superb !
I remember I asked you a few weeks ago if you would do a vid on this fragrance with Aaron😄and you replied with just a 😉...so I have been waiting patiently, (well impatiently) 🤣🤣and here you deliver, thank you so much Chris 🙏🏼 loved the video❤️both of you really are a class act. Take care and much love 💙🏴
i love this frag man. its amazing
And this is why xerjoff alexandria ii is my all time favourite. It’s soft and powdery with lavender and vanilla, but the Oud in the background sucker punches you in the face out of nowhere. It’s such a perfect balance
YESSSSS AARON COLLAB!!!!!!!!!
Great video and I enjoyed it and I'm going to try it and have a blessed day
Chris, Aaron....any chance you guys have a bottle of smoulder left?....I just got into Aaron's frags around January and they are fantastic.....Im willing to pay double the amount that it retailed for.
Thx for this butifule review,, thx alot for inviting lovely aron,💗👏👍
Aaron is one of the nicer and less narcissistic people in the community.
Are you a psychologist?
I guess you're not a psychologist
@@professionalpookie Can the psychologist in you see that I was trying to say that the fragmental guy is narcissistic?
@@stonecharles7163 again, I guess you're not a psychologist
Hes literally a narcissist
Love Aaron’s opinion on frags. Please invite him on more videos 👍
How does it compare to the original reflection man which is probably my favourite of all time
You say you will use this for the rest of your life? How long will this actually stay good for? Will it last longer being a higher oil content or spoil quicker? What is the life expectancy of a frag this expensive vs an EDP for example? Thank you!!
Just ordered one little sample. Its quite expensive:) if i like it i will go for at least 10 ml more if not a full bottle
Did u like it lol?
I love amouage its my favorite house I own 8 ATM have not got the chance to smell this one or any of the newer ones yet ect meander enclave boundless I love reflection so I have to get a move on and get these samples lol .
best video ever, so clever
Is sandal wood in it ???
Aaron is very honest guy about his opnion. Mental is a bit worried that Aaron saying some honesty here
I just got another bottle of Reflection Man (original) new style bottle, and after discount it cost me £83!
I need to try this brand. Seems to be great house. Good review
Now days it’s like “ok it’s good to hear you like the fragrance, but let me see what Aaron says about it before I buy it”
Yes! I've literally bought Invictus for my brother because Aaron really liked it
Dude totally
I get most compliments from a simple mix of Natural Sandalwood, Vetiver & Rose oil which I apply on my forehead
Awesome video. Love you both. Cheers
Cant wait to try ATH fragrances
Great video, as usual
I find this very similar to alpha man & reflection man
Hi . I'm curious to know from all viewers experience where do you purchase your fragrances? I'm wondering if the online stores are really less expensive than the stores. Thanks
is the 45 also metallic like the original one?
imagine going out and paying $800 for a bottle of perfume because Chris Wilkinson says he got 15 compliments in 1 night wearing it, only to not have anyone compliment you on it
If you’re paying money to get compliments that’s your problem, it should be for your own satisfaction
I just got this from Saks Off 5th for $270
Love the reviews you do with ATH. Would love to see you do a review of bergamask and get ATH views 👍
You bought that bottle really quick as well, remember you made that video about the compliments at Esxence and basically had a bottle within days. I haven't tried R45 yet myself, I do like the original, but not that much. Don't like iris at all myself.
Good review Chris & Aaron. Where did you find this discounted please Chris?
Escentual 👍🏻
@@FRAGMENTAL thank you!
Love you guys
Would love if you could get Aaron to comment on some of the clone house
Reflection 45 to me (at least my bottle) smells no different from og Reflection which is so disappointing to me.
Aaron is Sherlock Holmes and Chris Professor Watson.
Haha
I curl my toes everytime i smell this
I can afford one bottle. Either Amouage Reflection 45 vs. Dior Homme Parfum. Which should I get? All opinions welcome. Thank you.
That’s a $400 difference… If you can afford Reflection 45, you might as well get both.
@@ajgunari Well, right now, Neiman Marcus has a deal for Black Friday. Amouage Reflection 45 for $375.
Sounds like it became a expensive trip 😄 I have the OG Reflection Men and assume its very similar, just maybe a bit deeper and of course stronger.
The original lasts great for me, so will stick with that for now. I will definitely pick this version up in the future, though.
Just remember. When southern US people say “bless your heart”. They mean FU.
Compliments could mean you’re shockingly (smelly, beautiful, ugly, just shocking). Doesn’t always mean a good thing.
From 1:52 - 2:00…
I’m questioning how a passionate perfumer, like any great artist, can love their craft so much/pour their heart & soul into their creations and yet…not appreciate complements over them??
If art isn’t acknowledged by the world around you and instead, you get crickets and silence, what is the point?
Either I’m missing something or Aaron is regarding this. Certainly went over my head there 🥺
Thank you
OG Reflection Man is better and more intoxicating ❤
THANK YOU!
Probably compliments are due to a perfume summit. Everybody just notices and compliments each other
I was thinking the same as the nature of the complimenters weren't revealed until I read your comment. Even still, this being his most complimented fragrance ever says something! Because I'm sure he has been to many other perfume summits before
500 a bottle it better be fuckin amazing
Oh, it is!
I’d assume the safest way to start a conversation on the right foot with a fragrance reviewer is by complimenting how he/she/they smell.. knowing that, how do you discern a genuine compliment from a customary/polite/fake ones when you’re known as someone who reviews fragrance?
I was thinking the same as the nature of the complimenters weren't revealed until I read your comment. Even still, this being his most complimented fragrance ever says something! Because I'm sure he has been to many other perfume summits before
Aaron wish the beard is better as a philosopher of perfumery
You just wanted him to justify your purchase!! 😉😉
I think TH-cam fragrance reviewers get compliments from people that recognise them in public but don’t want to say that. 😂
You need to review maison Alhambra scents under the lattafa house, they have loads of Tom Ford clones
How does it smell? Would it be good for 25yo man?
Depends on what you like. It could definitely work.
Compliments is the biggest myth in the fragrance community 🤡
I'm loving how Aaron hates compliments. Just shut that shit down instantly.
@@jamrollz he's so gay
You’d be surprised, I have over 50 bottles and most of them are niche. My most complimented fragrances are JPG Le Male and Layton.
@@jamrollz Why? Nothing wrong with that stop acting
@@stx7389 because its shallow, superficial, and yes deluded. No one care about your fragrance, they only compliment you if they notice you wearing it like bright colored shoes. It doesn't mean they like it, it just means they noticed you care and are messaging your ego.
I’m a simple man, I see Aaron’s handsome mug, I click
"you triggered me into all of this" 😄😄
me too...im getting broke due to obsession with great perfumes
Im 16 and im ”fun” i dont have any fragrances. But i ihad to buy 2 wich ones should i buy (that women actully love) and I’m not very mature
Aaron used to irritate me because so much he said was purely negative. I've really come to appreciate his input, criticism, and break downs of the fragrances as he has grown.
People who really want to fly below the radar.. the Grey Man if you will.. don't wear colognes lol
Don't blind buy it!
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Instead of this better buy Naxos Xerjoff
The original was one of the worst perfumes I’ve smelled so far. Headache inducing neroli bomb. That’s still my favorite thing about perfumery though. It’s all so subjective. There’s a lot of beauty in that alone.
Chris was too sexy for Milan, too sexy for Milan, New York, and Japan.
Haha
I think he's lying
First
Not a big iris fan. Medicinal? Sounds horrible!
Stop with the finger and hand movements!
Also wtf is metallic Woods??
Bet he cares
Synthetic aromachemicals. Cashmeran, kephalis, karanal, some musks like Habanolide. All have a metallic woody vibe. 'Metallic' is like a hot iron smell. Used a lot in modern perfumery.
I’d guess it’s woody notes that also have a metallic smell.
Bois Imperial and Ganymede spring to mind. Akigalawood is quite metallic (in my opinion)
How do you not like compliments from a fragrance or anything else for that matter 👀🫡