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A compendium on the culture of Fragrance, Cigars and Wines. Niche/Artisan/Luxury Fragrance Reviews. Major brand and Boutique Cigar reviews. Honest Wine Reviews. Cigars-Whiskey-Wine-Perfume Let's Enhance and Elevate!!! Email me, I'd love to work with you.
A SPECTACULAR SHOWCASE OF MASCULINE ELEGANCE
Showcasing the very best of fragrances that give a certain je ne sais quoi to your vibe!
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0:00 INTRO
1:55 ROSE D'ARABIE
3:25 CREATION E
5:23 ALEXANDRIA III
7:08 JUBILATION XXV
8:12 FOUGERE PLATINE
10:13 SPICE AND WOOD
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0:00 INTRO
1:55 ROSE D'ARABIE
3:25 CREATION E
5:23 ALEXANDRIA III
7:08 JUBILATION XXV
8:12 FOUGERE PLATINE
10:13 SPICE AND WOOD
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Відео
The Merchant Of Venice Vinegia 21 | INCREDIBLE!
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Showcasing Vinegia 21 by The Merchant of Venice. Fragrance notes include Praline, Cinnamon, Saffron, Agarwood (Oud), Patchouli, Akigalawood, Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood and Incense. #LETSENHANCE #THEDRYDOWN Please Subscribe to THE DRY-DOWN to get more insights on extraordinary and long-lasting impressions of SCENTS, CIGARS & WINE: www.youtube.com/@Bornchampsc 📌 Send me QUESTIONS AND BUSINES...
CONFIDENCE | BE AN OBSESSION WITH THESE FRAGRANCES
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Want to make a STATEMENT of CONFIDENCE? Choose these Outstanding Fragrances For CONFIDENCE #LETSENHANCE #THEDRYDOWN 📌 Send me QUESTIONS AND BUSINESS INQUIRIES to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagram @the_dry_down leave a message Cuir Majeste 🔗 to Harrods of London www.harrods.com/en-us/shopping/armani-prive-cuir-majeste-eau-de-toilette-100ml-22149474 INTRO 0:00 2:05 SCENTS OF W...
ESSENCE OF COFFEE | THE FORMULA: SUBLIME ESPRESSO ☕️ FRAGRANCES
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Coffee so rich and strong it will hold a silver spoon upright. Coffee and scent both sensual and vigorous. Coffee as a stimulant, aphrodisiac and sleeping draught is the essence of this list. Enjoy!!! #LETSENHANCE #THEDRYDOWN 📌 Send me QUESTIONS AND BUSINESS INQUIRIES to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagram @the_dry_down leave a message 2:20 VALENTINO UOMO 3:57 SPIRIT OF DUBAI ...
2024 TOP TEN SUMMER IN-REVIEW | WHY MESS WITH PERFECTION!
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Clear the deck...I've gathered my most worn and favored scents of summer 2024. #LETSENHANCE #THEDRYDOWN #TOP10SUMMER 📌 Send me QUESTIONS AND BUSINESS INQUIRIES to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagram @the_dry_down leave a message 0:00 INTRO 1:27 VIVAMOR 2:57 ROCK ROSE 5:00 PETIT MATIN 6:41 GREEN PEARL 8:31 BLUE TALISMAN 10:14 IMPERIUM 12:13 TYGAR 14:18 CONTRALTO 16:00 PIKOVAYA ...
The "SANDALWOOD KING" Cartier Oud & Santal CONNOISSEUR'S CONVERSATION
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Cartier Oud & Santal is Class personified! Is this the best Sandalwood & Oud fragrance on the market today? I'll give you my thoughts on what Cartier has to offer with their prestige line perfumed by Mathilde Laurent. Let's enhance! #LETSENHANCE #THEDRYDOWN
5 Most Underrated Fragrances | Tag Video
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Special Shout out to @TheFragranceConnoisseurs for the tag on the Top 5 Underrated Fragrance Gems that are in my collection. Special Shout out to @Cellynoseitall for a special invite as well and @dedrickhicksjr for bring this to the community. FORGIVE THE BACKGROUND NOISE: NEIGHBORHOOD CHILDREN HAVING A WATER BALLOON FIGHT....CHEERS!!! 📌 Send me questions to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Foll...
This is the LOVER'S WOOD | SANDALWOOD FRAGRANCES
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This is a Sensual and Divine fragrance note. Sandalwood begins to arouse the senses by opening with a seductive structure of notes containing compelling spices that transition slowly to Long-lasting and carnal base notes of Sweet & Sticky rose or leather, and Intoxicating Musk leave one enraptured in sandalwood's spell. 📌 Send me questions to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagra...
The "SEXIEST" Masculine Spice in Fragrances | Cumin Fragrances
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DIvine in and get transported..
My OBSESSION..A Magnificent collection of OUD & AMBER
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The genre that beats all genres?? Amber & Oud. Show me what you got!! 📌 Send me questions to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagram @the_dry_down 0:00 INTRO 2:44 XANDRIA 4:00 AMBRE AQUILARIA 6:03 MALESIA 7:52 KALEMAT BLACK 9:33 XERJOFF ASTARAL 11:13 AMBER OUD 13:08 THE OUD 15:49 ALEXANDRIA II 17:21 SAHRAA 19:43 NEFS 20:59 AMBER AOUD 22:17 OUD & AMBER
"The Formula" | Sophisticated Summer "TOBACCO"
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This is one of my favorite profiles in all of perfumery. It garners compliments injects confidence and ultimately "uniqueness" to my persona. Part 2 of "The Formula" Series Here I'm talking about Summer Tobacco, classical woody scents with a deep musky, woody nuance and captivating rosy and citrus component. I like to describe them as Robust, Elegant, Intense, Rich, Powerful, Day, Alluring, Woo...
OOH! Who is That??? Vol. 3 |Compliments on a Higher Level!
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My 2024 Compliment Kings...Volume 3 Get them weak in the knees! 📌 Send me questions to Chris.collector@icloud.com 📌 🔴 Follow Me on Instagram @the_dry_down 0:00 Intro 2:10 Isola Blue 3:44 Grand Soir 4:54 Ebene Fume 6:32 Blue Talisman 8:50 Oud Satin Mood 10:40 Elegance's Heart 12:35 Noir Extreme 14:16 Filosofia
OOH! Who is That??? Vol. 2 |Compliments on a Higher Level!
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OOH! Who is That??? Vol. 2 |Compliments on a Higher Level!
OOH! Who is That??? Compliments on a Higher Level!
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OOH! Who is That??? Compliments on a Higher Level!
"The Formula" | The scent profile that gets me the most attention.
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"The Formula" | The scent profile that gets me the most attention.
GREEN FRAGRANCES | FRESH, NATURAL & UNCOMPROMISING
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GREEN FRAGRANCES | FRESH, NATURAL & UNCOMPROMISING
Let's talk SCENTS, CIGARS & WINE | Compendium Vol. 8
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Let's talk SCENTS, CIGARS & WINE | Compendium Vol. 8
CLASSY MASCULINE FRAGRANCES FOR THE STYLISH & DEBONAIRE MAN
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CLASSY MASCULINE FRAGRANCES FOR THE STYLISH & DEBONAIRE MAN
Which do YOU Choose??? Best of these Rose Oud Combos
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Which do YOU Choose??? Best of these Rose Oud Combos
The Allure of SUMMER NIGHTS | Night Life Aphrodisiacs
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The Allure of SUMMER NIGHTS | Night Life Aphrodisiacs
BEST VELVETY, CREAMY & SMOOTH CITRUS SCENTS FOR SUMMER
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BEST VELVETY, CREAMY & SMOOTH CITRUS SCENTS FOR SUMMER
Electimuss Spice D'Arno | Electimuss' Newest Heatmaker
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Electimuss Spice D'Arno | Electimuss' Newest Heatmaker
Top 10 Summer Xerjoff fragrances for 2024 | Summer Heat!!!
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Top 10 Summer Xerjoff fragrances for 2024 | Summer Heat!!!
Ultimate Summer Wardrobe | The B.L.E.N.D. LIST
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Ultimate Summer Wardrobe | The B.L.E.N.D. LIST
Solar Marine Aquatics| Breath of Fresh Air
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Solar Marine Aquatics| Breath of Fresh Air
Quartana Soleil Invisible | Enigmatic Citrus Smoke
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Quartana Soleil Invisible | Enigmatic Citrus Smoke
Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.3 | Height of Haute Summer!!
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Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.3 | Height of Haute Summer!!
Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.2 | More Luxe more Life!!
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Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.2 | More Luxe more Life!!
Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.1
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Summer Luxury and Niche Fragrances Pt.1
You keep bringing the heat and showcasing fragrances that are off the radar.
If I mix it with baccarat extrait how would I smell??
Lets see.....I have TF Fougere Platine, Fougere D'Argent, and Beau de Jour, and although my favorite is Beau de Jour, for a black tie occasion Fougere D'Argent would be my choice. Other Fougeres such as Houbigant Fougere Royale, Nicolai Parfumeur New York Intense and Creed Bois du Portugal would be considerations. For a Rose/Oud scent, my choice would be the unisex Tom Ford Noir de Noir. And maybe Xerjoff More Than Words too. But for a black tie masculine elegance occasion, Tom Ford Oud Wood would also be a choice. Creed Spice & Wood is a good option, but I would add Creed Royal Oud. Not only could it be black tie, but it is my current "Coronation as a king" scent. For black tie masculine elegance scent, I'd give consideration to dark, thick, brooding cannabis scents as well. Black Afgano by Nassamoto is a good one. In fact, Black Afgano was first brought to my attention a few years ago while watching a Gentleman's Gazette video on black tie dressing for an opera. His fragrance choice was Black Afgano. Another under-the-radar frag I would consider is Roberto Ugolini Oxford. The shoe makers scent representation of his Oxford shoe. Makes sense his most elegant masculine formal shoe, the Oxford, would be represented by this scent. Its masculine, understated, and formal.
You already know bro💯 "THUMBS UP"🥊🔔
Excellent list fam
@@SUITSANDSCENTS 💯 keeping it buttoned up!!
Trajan is too good, i ran through my bottle like a fiend #bacaratvibes
Superb List 👏...Ormonde Jayne Man, Roja Enigma, Creed Vikings or Creed Royal Oud, Rasputin Swedoft, Christian Dior Eau Sauvage...i have to add some more...😂...Santal 33 + Boadecia's Iceni, TF Oud Wood, Costume National Soul
@@royikwumeleze5695 great list. ☑️
Good ones. Even Ormand Jayne Man, which is understated.
Spice and Wood my go to 💪🏾
5:30 I ordered that based on your recommendation, and Xerjoff Le Capitale. Have you sampled Le Capitale yet? Its in the same regal luxury style as Alexandria 2. It smells dangerous its so good.
That's a solid lineup and insightful presentations. These companies need to try to hire you on to represent their brands 😆
@@upsetuloss I certainly appreciate that! 💯💎💯 indeed they should 😎
Dope list🔥recommendations, gotta find spice wood at a good price. 💪🏽💪🏽
Navitus is one of my favorite houses....they have so many easy to wear fragrances that get me compliments quite often.
Man you need one of them tropical party style fragrances, that is whats missing from this list...you know with coconut and a basket of tropical fruits.
Your list is making me rethink my obsessive purchases because i have a few off this very list. I still need to check out Isola Blu.
A friend of mine was raving about how many compliments he was getting with Rock Rose...i need to cop myself a bottle already.
I really enjoy Tygar and i don't own it but i do own Navitus The Key...gives me the same vibe and easily lasts so long.
tremendous list, so many to choose from. You basically arranged a fall lineup for almost every occassion. Jubilation 25 is unreal, Amouage's best work in my opinion. I'm more of an Alexandria 2 fan than 3, but i see your vision. Fougere Platine is a SLEEPER & well worth the scavenger hunt. shocked you did not add cartier oud & santal to this list. so many Masculine additions to this list- i would add - Frederic Malle Promise, Monsieur, Musc Ravegeur, Memoir's A Night in Marrakesh, Xerjoff Richwood & Amouage Pegasus Exclusif
Wow Heart sounds amazing 🤩
I like Oud Satin Mood alot but doesnt really get me compliments, however SOD Fakhama does its thing.
Top 5 Masculine Elegance: YSL 6 Saint Sulpice, Boadicea Nemer, Gucci Voice of the Snake, Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan, vintage/Italy Dolce Gabbana Pour Homme. I didn't include any Roja fragrances, as I could make an entire list of Roja in this category and I tend to lean Roja when I want this profile of elegance.
Thanks for the recommendations. Yes, Roja is in a class of its own
@@khairt1731for sure. If I were to list my masculine elegance Rojas in my collection: Oligarch, Manhattan, Creation E Parfum, Madison or Midsummer Night Dream, Harrods Oud, and PDLN 1. For just general elegance I’d add Diaghilev. For straight masculine I’d grab Fetish.
Man cmon might as well do part IV....we need that!!!
Great video, can you do a video on sexy fragrances that will get you "followed" or women gotta know what you got on.....aka attraction in a bottle!
I thought I saw Carlisle, but no mention of it. Anyway, great selection
@@larryasiedu7704 part 2 coming. Had a camera malfunction
Wonderful list. Mine would be: Roja Parfums Creation E Parfum (Enigma), Xerjoff Warda al Oud, Ormonde Jayne Nawab of Oudh (Parfum), Tom Ford Oud Wood Intense (sadly discontinued) and Frederic Malle Monsieur
The rose oud combos mention sound intriguing. I have OJ Taif elixir and I must say it’s my top rose scent. In your opinion how do the ones mention in this video stack up? Furthermore as usual another fire video!
What's your top 5 Masculine Elegance style fragrances?
Nassamoto pardon. Layton exclusive Chris collins African rooibos Roja danger pour homme parfum Xerjoff more than words
Have you ever smelled Pozzo di borgo 8 mars 1764
Another one I have to get my nose on. Dope video brother
@@gregthomas3137 I certainly appreciate that! 💯💎💯
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My son picked Vinegia 21 up last year and it is on my list to pick up. Also, I got in Emiro and it is a good Amber Aoud like fragrance. Moresque did it right. I have Amber Aoud and this one gets you close.
@@TheFragranceConnoisseurs I get more Aoud than Amber Aoud. But I’ve heard both. All in all it’s a great scent. Good pick up!
@@Bornchampsc I definitely want to spend some time with Emiro to understand it better
Bout to get a sample of that to see what it do
Very intriguing. Will have to sample. Ordered Alexandria 2 after sampling it per your recommendation! Have you smelled Xerjoff La Capitale? Its in the same luxury profile as Alexandria 2! I ordered that one too! May I recommend you a sexy pantie dropper fragrance...Kilian Fievre Verte. Every woman that smelled it gave me compliments. Huge sillage and projection! In a friendly way
Definitely will test drive💯✅
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Champ u smelled bodacious ?
Great video and I enjoyed it and I'm going to try it and have a blessed day
The 2 I've experienced was Montale Intense Cafe (Rose coffee fragrance) and Follow by Kerosene (brewed coffee)
Peace, Brother. Great breakdown. I just copped Vinegia 21 recently and you are absolutely right about it being beautifully complex - AND well liked by the ladies. Keep doing your thing
@@alovelle I certainly appreciate that! 💯💎💯
I own this one and 6 sprays is more than enough...this is a powerful fragrance without a doubt..i wear it in this Dallas Tx 🔥 and it performs like a HEAVY WEIGHT CHAMP even still but i do 3 sprays and its there and works/performs alllllllllll day...Great review bro💯 "THUMBS UP"🥊🔔
The fragrances I have sampled so far from this house are 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@ribeiro143 was just saying that in another comment. Definitely getting Arabasque next.
@@Bornchampsc arabasque is my personal favorite from house . That will be my first full bottle purchase . Great video as usual brother
Great review, just ordered a sample. 🤟🏾
@@MrClark30 I certainly appreciate that! 💯💎💯 always bro!!
Dope review, gone to get my nose on it. Sounds good 🔥
@@Scorp3348 smoking that LFD tonight. I’ll see if I can review it
@@Bornchampsc oh yeah , wanna hear your perspective on it.
Hyped for this one! Great review. Cheers
I certainly appreciate that! 💯💎💯
How does this stack up against Hypnotizing Fire Parfum? I did buy me a bottle, tested it on a 1st date and she was in disbelief how good I smelt, it overachieved lol
@@upsetuloss wow….good question! They run neck and neck Fam. Executed a bit different but very in-line with each other. Let me wear them side by side and see how they differ
@Bornchampsc Appreciate you, because I'm a click away from buying it lol. Last question, do you think it's redundant to own both since they are so similar?
@@upsetuloss if I bought one I wouldn’t be in a rush to pick up the next but it would still be on my buy list. These are my “style” so I’m biased towards purchasing. Redundancy is occasion wearability and scent profile but scent variation is at best 60%
@@Bornchampsc That's a solid breakdown, got you. Should be a nice field test when you compare the two.🫡
I have this one bro and it's CRAZY 🔥 and I've been wearing it in this Dallas TX summer 🔥 and it just BANGS fam no 🧢 Lol but 6 sprays is no joke..you can do on the neck and one on the shirt and it's gone ride the entire day...Great review fasho... Preciate you G💯 "THUMBS UP"🥊🔔
Excellent video brother, I send you hugs here from Brazil 🇧🇷🏆🍻🏆🫡🫡🫡
Great review! Lubin "Upper Ten" is my favorite.
@@tyreebranch I need to revisit this house overview style. Kubin is a top tier house. 💯💯💯
@@Bornchampsc Top Tier for sure.
This was one of my first videos Fam.
Love Blonde Amber and especially Amberwood on my husband! I thought Blonde Amber might work on me too but it’s way too masculine smelling. These are stunning 🤩 fragrances for men. Very unique and luxurious!!!
@@deborahg427 I agree… and I certainly appreciate that you watched ! 💯💎💯
@@Bornchampsc you’re welcome! I think that Blonde Amber is a lighter take and that men might hesitate to try that one but it’s definitely masculine leaning. Amberwood though is truly my favorite from CC! So far.
Just going back through old videos. This is a great one. Not sure if you've been to the Lubin store in Paris's 6th arr but it's AMAZING. I smelled some I'd never seen before in the States. Akkad is top 3 from their line for me, for sure.
@@pandafragrance planning on a Parisian vacation in 2025. Definitely doing some cigar and fragrance shopping. It’s in my list