Well ... I'm older and I remember designer fragrances around $40 - $50 back in the day. No clones usually a Mans and a Womans version ... Mens were cologne womens were perfume. They all were strong ... they all lasted all day ... some even more so. Times have changed.
I'm an old guy also.Been collecting for over forty years. Now I have some old school colognes still that I will still wear. My all time favorite is Santos De Cartier eau concentree'. It's the best smelling classy fragrance that's not far out of date for today. Alfred Sung Homme. great cheapie but now you have to look for the purple juice bottles,made in Canada by Riviera concepts, because they've reformulated it and watered it down. Giorgio Of Beverly Hills,I bought it when it was first released at Neiman Marcus. And the newer reformulation is still pretty good even though the real oakmoss density is lacking. Aramis Havana and Tuscany. The new versions aren't that bad. I still have a small travel splash bottle of Kouros, late 80's formula. One drop on each wrist can fill a room.
I believe the way all fragrances are priced now compared to 20-30 years ago isn't just inflation but its also in part reformulation which may be a cheaper way to produce an OG bottle but ultimately that means it won't be as potent & long lasting, hence the reason we've got loads of other Flankers which have continued to increase in pricing particularly ingredients in fragrances such as naturals such as Vanilla Absolute and Jasmine Sambac, all this is a way for fragrance houses to get round the inflationary issues whilst still drawing in as much buyers as well as continuing to increase their profit margins. Many clone fragrances based on designer house fragrances prove that it's possible to make good perfume at reasonabe costs to the buyer with a cut for the maker/perfumer. Behold the capitalist west at its best...
200 dollars for a designer fragrance is absurd! I'm not sure if its inflation or the company just taking advantage of the market? Either way its uncalled for.
Agreed. But for brands like Chanel, retail is virtually unavoidable. I’m in Australia and I’ve never seen Bleu de Chanel at discounters. I have all three in the line now, and the most expensive one was the Parfum which cost me $232 for 100ml.
@@travisn346 no fragrance cost that much to make. Most of the price is branding. Its the same if the juice of plenty good clones was in a dior or chanel bottle they'd cost much much more than what they cost now.
Love this kind of content. Chrome Extreme is mm, mm, mm, mm, mm. Imo, better than Profondo. It's one of my most complimented scent from strangers. I'll be getting Missoni Parfum soon.
buying colognes online scares tf out of me, i’ve seen so many reviews of online stores saying their colognes smell nothing like the in store bottles after receiving them; what’s the most reputable site?
Yeah man i kinda took a break from buying fragrances for a couple years. I recently regained interest in my fragrance hobby and was shocked how much Fragrances cost now on discounters. They definitely went up.
I found artisan pure for $25. I love this fragrance ended up buying three bottles. The longevity isn’t bad I just do a little bit of overspray and it last me through the day
In 2021 I smelled cologne everywhere. Now guys barely wear it😢. I really enjoy smelling a good cologne on a man. Very attractive. A good smell keeps people thinking about you....
Most of their fragrances you will get 4-6 hours tops . Most summer scents ( citrus ) do not have great performance in the summer due to evaporation and humidity , so expect to respray at least once .
It is true. Their projection and longevity are a little low for retail price. For discounter prices, just spray more & spray clothes. They'll last far longer that way
Thanks 🙏 Dallas for this list but THE BEST and Ultimate Cheapie Will forever BE 👊 CK ONE SHOCK. Cheap, FRESH & it Will last 4-ever. 200 ml CK SHOCK will last for eternity. 😁😄😎
I've never paid more than $120 for any fragrance I've ever owned. These prices are a spit in the bucket. Things are only overpriced if you think they are.
Haha, this kid is like “I remember way back when fragrances were $80”. Shit I remember when they were $30 in the early 90’s. Only reason I bought Drakkar Noir was to cover up the weed smell on my clothes in high school lol.
@@gtiguy1992able Drakkar Noir was actually pretty popular in the early 90’s, I got mine at Macy’s. I don’t think they sell it anymore. The current formulation isn’t worth buying. I just thought it was funny he’s talking about six years ago like it was a long time. Inflation has risen the cost of basically everything because everything needs to be shipped, and gas has doubled in price so thank our wonderful president for that.
Hey! It's not "Aye la extrehm". It's "ah lex-trehm". The 'a' is separate and is therefore pronounced separately. And 'a' in French is 'ah'. 'l'extreme' is sort of one word, 2 syllables: "lex-trehm". Why not try to articulate the French th way French is supposed to be articulated? Have Google translate whisper it to you!
@chaos fragrances In regard to the perfume raffle you ran yesterday. How do we ascertain that the draw was transparent. You should have gone live on TH-cam or instagram to do the draw. What’s to say you didn’t pick a friend or family? I really shouldn’t have bought 150 tickets if i knew this wasn’t going to happen the right way. Can’t say that I am satisfied or a tad bit happy with your methods. It’s very shady. I’m out. Regards.
I was homeless, did drugs went into prison, where i got to know God. Changed my life. Now have a home, a wife and a lovely year dauther (Tracy), and a stream of income that gets me $27,000 weekly. Plus a new identity a child of God....
Well ... I'm older and I remember designer fragrances around $40 - $50 back in the day. No clones usually a Mans and a Womans version ... Mens were cologne womens were perfume. They all were strong ... they all lasted all day ... some even more so. Times have changed.
Amen 🙏 🙏🙏 to that Dave. I agree with you 1000%. 👍
Now they sell perfume for women and advertise it for men like One Million
I call cap
I'm an old guy also.Been collecting for over forty years. Now I have some old school colognes still that I will still wear. My all time favorite is Santos De Cartier eau concentree'. It's the best smelling classy fragrance that's not far out of date for today. Alfred Sung Homme. great cheapie but now you have to look for the purple juice bottles,made in Canada by Riviera concepts, because they've reformulated it and watered it down. Giorgio Of Beverly Hills,I bought it when it was first released at Neiman Marcus. And the newer reformulation is still pretty good even though the real oakmoss density is lacking. Aramis Havana and Tuscany. The new versions aren't that bad. I still have a small travel splash bottle of Kouros, late 80's formula. One drop on each wrist can fill a room.
I believe the way all fragrances are priced now compared to 20-30 years ago isn't just inflation but its also in part reformulation which may be a cheaper way to produce an OG bottle but ultimately that means it won't be as potent & long lasting, hence the reason we've got loads of other Flankers which have continued to increase in pricing particularly ingredients in fragrances such as naturals such as Vanilla Absolute and Jasmine Sambac, all this is a way for fragrance houses to get round the inflationary issues whilst still drawing in as much buyers as well as continuing to increase their profit margins.
Many clone fragrances based on designer house fragrances prove that it's possible to make good perfume at reasonabe costs to the buyer with a cut for the maker/perfumer.
Behold the capitalist west at its best...
200 dollars for a designer fragrance is absurd! I'm not sure if its inflation or the company just taking advantage of the market? Either way its uncalled for.
That's why good clones make sense
But if it's guerlain or Tom Ford,, I'm still buying at $200😂
Agreed. But for brands like Chanel, retail is virtually unavoidable. I’m in Australia and I’ve never seen Bleu de Chanel at discounters. I have all three in the line now, and the most expensive one was the Parfum which cost me $232 for 100ml.
Chanel and Dior are worth retail.
@@travisn346 no fragrance cost that much to make. Most of the price is branding. Its the same if the juice of plenty good clones was in a dior or chanel bottle they'd cost much much more than what they cost now.
Great video with some great choices in there and I enjoyed it and have a blessed day
Totally agree with Nautica Aqua rush! Its so good and refreshing during Summers! Find it better than voyage. Wonder why it doesn't get the hype!
I've got Lacoste lhome intense after your suggestion. I must say it is very unique and very airy fragrance. Loved it
Love this kind of content. Chrome Extreme is mm, mm, mm, mm, mm. Imo, better than Profondo. It's one of my most complimented scent from strangers. I'll be getting Missoni Parfum soon.
buying colognes online scares tf out of me, i’ve seen so many reviews of online stores saying their colognes smell nothing like the in store bottles after receiving them; what’s the most reputable site?
Kenzo Jungle is phenomenal. I always look forward to wear it on date nights or a nice summer breezy day
Yeah man i kinda took a break from buying fragrances for a couple years. I recently regained interest in my fragrance hobby and was shocked how much Fragrances cost now on discounters. They definitely went up.
I found artisan pure for $25. I love this fragrance ended up buying three bottles. The longevity isn’t bad I just do a little bit of overspray and it last me through the day
Drop that link...
Encre Noire A L'Extreme is one of the most enigmatic scents I have. In a good way.
Kinda surprised you didn't throw in Perry Ellis aqua extreme
I put John Varvatos Artisan Pure in my summer rotation
Literally just got the Encre Noire and there’s barely any reviews. Could you do a review?
Wild request:
Have you found any fragrances that could be catalogued as "dark summer scents"?
Azzaro Chrome Extreme thankfully is cheap as chips here, got 100ml last month for $35. 5 sprays = 8hrs
Always nice to have options when finances are scarce. Righteous.
I wonder that many TH-camrs talk about clones ,but in their background they all have niche designers....
Clones have become the rage rather recently. So yeah, their collections will be mostly designer and niche.
In 2021 I smelled cologne everywhere. Now guys barely wear it😢. I really enjoy smelling a good cologne on a man. Very attractive. A good smell keeps people thinking about you....
Ive heard that any of the John Varvatos fragrances are weak. Is that true?
Most of their fragrances you will get 4-6 hours tops . Most summer scents ( citrus ) do not have great performance in the summer due to evaporation and humidity , so expect to respray at least once .
@@Hill3304 Thanks for the info
It is true. Their projection and longevity are a little low for retail price. For discounter prices, just spray more & spray clothes. They'll last far longer that way
Hollister California
Super cheap airier savage type scent.
Thanks 🙏 Dallas for this list but THE BEST and Ultimate Cheapie Will forever BE 👊 CK ONE SHOCK. Cheap, FRESH & it Will last 4-ever. 200 ml CK SHOCK will last for eternity. 😁😄😎
I've never paid more than $120 for any fragrance I've ever owned. These prices are a spit in the bucket. Things are only overpriced if you think they are.
Thanks
Haha, this kid is like “I remember way back when fragrances were $80”. Shit I remember when they were $30 in the early 90’s. Only reason I bought Drakkar Noir was to cover up the weed smell on my clothes in high school lol.
Drakkar noir has always been cheap and still is to this day he was talking big designer brands lol
@@gtiguy1992able Drakkar Noir was actually pretty popular in the early 90’s, I got mine at Macy’s. I don’t think they sell it anymore. The current formulation isn’t worth buying. I just thought it was funny he’s talking about six years ago like it was a long time. Inflation has risen the cost of basically everything because everything needs to be shipped, and gas has doubled in price so thank our wonderful president for that.
@@rd5469 I got my drakkar noir from..Sam's club and its not as strong as the 90s but mine will still has a good 6 or so hours
Hey!
It's not "Aye la extrehm". It's "ah lex-trehm".
The 'a' is separate and is therefore pronounced separately. And 'a' in French is 'ah'. 'l'extreme' is sort of one word, 2 syllables: "lex-trehm".
Why not try to articulate the French th way French is supposed to be articulated? Have Google translate whisper it to you!
Has anyone been successful with the mailing list, to grab a fragrance, that hasn’t been easily available?
Yes! Got Le Beau Le Parfum 🥥 🔥
@chaos fragrances
In regard to the perfume raffle you ran yesterday. How do we ascertain that the draw was transparent. You should have gone live on TH-cam or instagram to do the draw. What’s to say you didn’t pick a friend or family?
I really shouldn’t have bought 150 tickets if i knew this wasn’t going to happen the right way. Can’t say that I am satisfied or a tad bit happy with your methods. It’s very shady. I’m out.
Regards.
Missoni parfum, not a fan of.
Headache inducing
I was homeless, did drugs went into prison, where i got to know God. Changed my life. Now have a home, a wife and a lovely year dauther (Tracy), and a stream of income that gets me $27,000 weekly. Plus a new identity a child of God....
I'm curious to know how you earn that much weekly
👍👍👍👍
Pls. Less talk more on presentation...and review...so thatcitcwillcnitctakeeeeecsoooo longgggg
Chrome extreme is super basic and just terrible 😔
agree to disagree
And I just got it lol
@@jessem7230 thoughts?
Azzaro, NO.