Im sorry but i think you are absolutely wrong in the very beginning: The Acqua di Parma brand, as the name implies, comes from the italian city of Parma in the northern region of Emilia-Romagna. Where did Spain, Mallorca comes from?🤔🤣
Please change this if you can - Acqua di Parma is an Italian perfume. Therefore it cannot come from Palma de Mallorca but comes from Parma, a city in Northern Italy, where ADP originated from.
I too own a bottle of Floris 89. Yes, it is indeed very good. In terms of time-of-the-year, I'd definitely put it closer to Christmas than any other period. That spicy sillage definitely stands out. I'd compare it a bit to Dior Eau Sauvage Parfum. My favourite Floris fragrance is Jermyn Street (which is a parfum concentration). I love it! 😍 Yes Floris sell many different fragrances. I have blind-bought several others and I regret buying all of those others. 😟 One thing that I misunderstood, and none of the fragrance videos ever points it out, is that one can easily believe that a named fragrance is the same smell in the parfum concentration as compared to an EDT, Elixir, Intense or aftershave ... but just stronger or weaker. This is NOT the case. The same initial name can, and often is, designed by an entirely different perfumer ... and smells sometimes, completely different. I found this was exactly the case with Dior Sauvage Parfum and Dior Sauvage Elixir. They are nothing like each other. Why they have almost the same name, I just cannot fathom. By the way, I have a 100ml bottle of Dior Sauvage Elixir. I loved it. So much so, I sometimes used to give a squirt before retiring to bed. Then, last April, I caught covid. It must altered my sense of smell. Now I can't stand the stench of the stuff. And I paid £174 for 100ml bottle. 😭
"Distinctive" is an euphemism when describing Kouros. It's one of those heavy hitters that works wonders in certain situations but can brand you for life as the obnoxious cologne guy, I mean chap, in the wrong setting. Love your channel, keep up the good work.
You are absolutely right, it is a showstopper of a fragrance, but for some reason, probably my early memory of it as my first genuine luxury fragrance, I've always had a soft-spot for Kouros in-spite of it's rather bullish presence. We all have a vice I suppose. What is your favourite fragrance? Ash
@@TheChapsGuide My favorite is Bel Ami by Hermès, it's somewhat outdated but the leather note in it is to die for, it's raw and somewhat nasty, very dry. So I have to agree with your comment on all of us having a vice.
Blenheim Bouquet! My summer standard, I love it so much- and living so close to Marlborough, the origin of the scent- and Penhaligons as we know it- really speaks to my interest in heritage.
I’d highly suggest picking up Tous 1920 the Origin EDP. There is no sweetness to it. To me the notes that come through the most are cedar, black pepper, cumin, and black tea. It’s beautiful and usually around 40-50 dollars for a 3.4 oz. I get a lot of compliments at work. I think you’d love it. It’s really interesting and distinct. It’s a lot like Cartier Declaration edt.
I really like Newport from Caswell-Massey, an old Cologne first made in the late 19th century. It’s timeless, fresh, and evokes the coast of New England!
My fragrances are Floris 89 which is my go to day to day, Penhaligons Blenheim Bouquet which is my second, Floris Limes which I wear in the evenings and Aqua Di Parma for extremely hot summer days. I also have a bottle of Mr Burberry which I never wear except on extremely cold days or when I’m in a tux
Acqua di Pino Colonia is a very inexpensive, but rather good alternative to Acqua di Parma. It has a very similar opening, but after that lacks most of the glamour of Acqua di Parma. This however means that it is also somewhat easier to use without too much thinking as a light but beatiful scent for summer.
I am going backwards through your video library. The anecdote about your son was amusing and very recognizable in reverse - I often "borrowed" my grandfather's aftershave or cologne when he stayed with us. He was always a tall, powerful, strong, chivalrous gentleman who cared about how he presented himself. His fragrances were a part of this image.
Given your proclivity for 'woodsy' scents, might I recommend Hwyl by Australian cosmetics brand Aesop. It's a wonderful and relatively affordable perfume, and it might be right up your alley! Thanks for your fantastic videos!
My wife got me mont blanc explorer and that is very nice.... one of my all time favourite is aramis I use to get complements off aramis all the time at work of girls in the office very masculine but when I use to work part time at a perfume shop all the girls there hated it
@@TheChapsGuide In the 1970s, there was an aftershave balm called Aramis 900. It seems to have disappeared now. It smelled very different to the usual Aramis you get now. It was a beautifully fresh scent. I wish it was still around.
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I was wearing Kouros in 1986. It was much better then than the contemporary version. A couple of scents are likened to it....Amouage Figment and Lapidus Pour Homme.
Superb video. After trying half a dozen of Floris' scents I bought their No127 special, probably thier oldest scent. Churchill wore this and the BB you showed. Interestingly, my wife and daughters prefered the No89 over the 127. I detect you have a Cardiff(?) area accent? John Lewis stocks Floris, FYI. Also great to see you also enjoy the classic Aqua Di Palma Colonia..... the Colonia Intensa is excellent. Thank you again.
I'm a soft-touch for the old classics really, especially the more traditional fragrances like No 89 and its stablemates at Floris. I am originally a native of Aberdare, so not far out with Cardiff. I was a regular visitor to Swansea and last touched down there about 2-years ago. Nothing can touch that Gower Peninsula for natural beauty - many, many happy memories!
I own the AdP Colonia and really like it. My favourite summer fragrance is Tabarome by Creed. Was lucky enough to get it for half price around 5 years ago. Other summer fragrances I like are Jo Malone's 154 Cologne, Diptyque's Philosykos, Frapin's L'Humaniste, and Brecourt's Contre Pouvoir and their Mauvais Garcon. There is a niche fragrance house in NYC named Krigler, they have a excellent selection, plus you can buy a nice sample pack.
Wow, you have curated a fine collection of superb fragrances there sir and have a great knowledge of the finer scents and what works for you. I love the summer months, as I feel this is best season for fragrances, as they can be such a mood booster. I'll keep and eye out for some of those fine fragrances you have mentioned, I may even drop the manufacturers an email and ask for a sample vial. Thanks for you comments, Ash
Wore Kouros a lot in the nineties. Advantage: in 2020 with social distancing people can still smell you 😉 Tip for summer: Eau de Rochas Homme is a classic scent and long lasting.
You are right about Kouros in regards to it's 'presence'. It certainly knows how to fill a room when it enters. I am unfamiliar with Eau de Rochas Homme, so I asked my consultant perfumer if it had any credence - "I'm wearing it myself right now" came the response. I think I need to track down a bottle soonest or I'll miss out on the zeitgeist! Thanks for the tip!
Kouros is one of my all time favourites. Great for a summer night out. It smells amazing and get compliments wearing it. The whole room certainly knows you're there when you've got this stuff on. Next day when you've taken a shower you can still smell it. Kouros Summer Edition, specifically from early 2000's is the best aftershave I have ever smelled. Period. They can cost £100+ second hand, if you can even find it!
I love my Acqua di Parma, I have Colonia, Ebano, and Essenza. I would also urge you to try Aventus from Creed but it is ridiculously expensive so only a special occasion scent
I use the Floris London fragrances because it is a good smell and made in England and really important to this fragrance is CRUELTY FREE! EVERYONE NEED TO USE CRUELTY FREE FRAGRANCES ONLY! And need to buy whatever it is possible made in England or made in EU and organic clothes and fragrances. We need to stop exploiting the people, animals and nature. We need to persuade companies to have a fair attitude. The clothing industry pollutes the environment the most and exploits the third world the most. Everyone can do against it if they make a conscious purchase.
It’s similar but doesn’t have great performance, but on a hot day, because of its low cost, can be sprayed with happy abandon! You can also purchase individual wipes and shower gel. All have a pleasant and refreshing effect in the summer. 4711 is also THE original ‘Eau de Cologne’. ADP is better quality- I would go for Essenza if you want longevity….
Adore your channel,I am wearing for spring "Douro" by Penhaligons It is my fave EDT.for evenings at The Opera or Ballet I wear "Mouchoir De Monseur"by Guerlain.For day I wear Boucheron Eau De Parfum pour Homme.By The Way it is pronounced JERMIN Street,not jermain Street !!! Terre De Hermes is also a wonderful choice for spring.
You have a great collection of fragrances there, a few which are not familiar to me. I'm in the habit of emailing many of the more classy scent houses for sample vials, so I may try a few of those to see if I connect with any - thanks for the comments, Ash
Ash...try Les Senteurs 71 Elizabeth Street,London sw1.They have the most fantastic range imaginable.0207 730 2332.Or Bloom perfumery 4,Langley Court Covent Garden WC2..02072400338.Woodforde,s perfumery Sidmouth Devon is worth a try too.01395 579307.I would assume they are all closed at this present moment in time due to the Coronovitrus..Best Of Luck.
I'm actually starting to pick up cologne's £25 or less. I've just purchased some Cuba Gold for £10, which apparently smells like the original LeMale. Including also a bottle of 360 White Perry Ellis £25. Which is also similar to LeMale. I just can't justify spending £65 on one bottle of aftershave anymore, in my late 30's.
I'm fully onboard with your fragrance strategy, I personally purchase mostly inexpensive colognes that cost sub £25 but smell great. I love the Dunhill collection of colognes (For Men, 'D' and Edition), all are really fantastic and mostly available under £20. I will never spend big money on a cologne - there is simply no need with so many great scents on the market at modest prices. I use the Fragrantica website to steer many of my purchases - worth exploring if you are interested.
@@Lawful_Rebel nice formulation for the nowadays companies motto: rather weak and cheap than better quality and a bit more expensive - less components more water thus more revenue. What a world !
Im sorry but i think you are absolutely wrong in the very beginning: The Acqua di Parma brand, as the name implies, comes from the italian city of Parma in the northern region of Emilia-Romagna. Where did Spain, Mallorca comes from?🤔🤣
Please change this if you can - Acqua di Parma is an Italian perfume. Therefore it cannot come from Palma de Mallorca but comes from Parma, a city in Northern Italy, where ADP originated from.
All noted sir - thank you for the correction.
I too own a bottle of Floris 89. Yes, it is indeed very good. In terms of time-of-the-year, I'd definitely put it closer to Christmas than any other period. That spicy sillage definitely stands out. I'd compare it a bit to Dior Eau Sauvage Parfum.
My favourite Floris fragrance is Jermyn Street (which is a parfum concentration). I love it!
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Yes Floris sell many different fragrances. I have blind-bought several others and I regret buying all of those others.
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One thing that I misunderstood, and none of the fragrance videos ever points it out, is that one can easily believe that a named fragrance is the same smell in the parfum concentration as compared to an EDT, Elixir, Intense or aftershave ... but just stronger or weaker. This is NOT the case. The same initial name can, and often is, designed by an entirely different perfumer ... and smells sometimes, completely different. I found this was exactly the case with Dior Sauvage Parfum and Dior Sauvage Elixir. They are nothing like each other. Why they have almost the same name, I just cannot fathom.
By the way, I have a 100ml bottle of Dior Sauvage Elixir. I loved it. So much so, I sometimes used to give a squirt before retiring to bed. Then, last April, I caught covid. It must altered my sense of smell. Now I can't stand the stench of the stuff. And I paid £174 for 100ml bottle. 😭
"Distinctive" is an euphemism when describing Kouros. It's one of those heavy hitters that works wonders in certain situations but can brand you for life as the obnoxious cologne guy, I mean chap, in the wrong setting. Love your channel, keep up the good work.
You are absolutely right, it is a showstopper of a fragrance, but for some reason, probably my early memory of it as my first genuine luxury fragrance, I've always had a soft-spot for Kouros in-spite of it's rather bullish presence. We all have a vice I suppose. What is your favourite fragrance? Ash
@@TheChapsGuide My favorite is Bel Ami by Hermès, it's somewhat outdated but the leather note in it is to die for, it's raw and somewhat nasty, very dry. So I have to agree with your comment on all of us having a vice.
Zino by Davidoff is one of my old style fragrances even though it doesn't smell dated at all. A true classic and quite cheap.
Blenheim Bouquet! My summer standard, I love it so much- and living so close to Marlborough, the origin of the scent- and Penhaligons as we know it- really speaks to my interest in heritage.
I’d highly suggest picking up Tous 1920 the Origin EDP. There is no sweetness to it. To me the notes that come through the most are cedar, black pepper, cumin, and black tea. It’s beautiful and usually around 40-50 dollars for a 3.4 oz. I get a lot of compliments at work. I think you’d love it. It’s really interesting and distinct. It’s a lot like Cartier Declaration edt.
I really like Newport from Caswell-Massey, an old Cologne first made in the late 19th century. It’s timeless, fresh, and evokes the coast of New England!
There is no Parma in Mallorca chap!
My fragrances are Floris 89 which is my go to day to day, Penhaligons Blenheim Bouquet which is my second, Floris Limes which I wear in the evenings and Aqua Di Parma for extremely hot summer days. I also have a bottle of Mr Burberry which I never wear except on extremely cold days or when I’m in a tux
Acqua di Pino Colonia is a very inexpensive, but rather good alternative to Acqua di Parma. It has a very similar opening, but after that lacks most of the glamour of Acqua di Parma. This however means that it is also somewhat easier to use without too much thinking as a light but beatiful scent for summer.
To each their own. I like Eau Sauvage EDT and parfum and Terre d'hermes edt. Be happy and smell nice everone!!!!
I am going backwards through your video library. The anecdote about your son was amusing and very recognizable in reverse - I often "borrowed" my grandfather's aftershave or cologne when he stayed with us. He was always a tall, powerful, strong, chivalrous gentleman who cared about how he presented himself. His fragrances were a part of this image.
Great story and that’s how most of us chaps learned of the ‘chap’ ways.
OMG,every body knows that Aqua di Parma is original from Italy.The little island from Spain is Palma di Majorca.Not Parma di Majorca.
Given your proclivity for 'woodsy' scents, might I recommend Hwyl by Australian cosmetics brand Aesop. It's a wonderful and relatively affordable perfume, and it might be right up your alley! Thanks for your fantastic videos!
Thank you so much for the tip - I'll look it up.
Eau de Lancaster is my favorite in it's price bracket .
I'm hearing good things about Eud de Lancaster - may be worth a visit I think. Thanks for the tip.
My wife has fallen in love with the scent of sandalwood, so I have been starting to collect sandalwood scented products
I love sandalwood, but cedarwood is also a very close second favourite.
@@TheChapsGuide I have a deodorant and matching cologne from Olivina, Cedar-Bourbon scent and a Beechwood-Bourbon scent from Dr. Squatch
My wife got me mont blanc explorer and that is very nice.... one of my all time favourite is aramis I use to get complements off aramis all the time at work of girls in the office very masculine but when I use to work part time at a perfume shop all the girls there hated it
I'm a big fan of Aramis, a real classic - In fact I filmed a review of it for a future video a few weeks ago.
@@TheChapsGuide
In the 1970s, there was an aftershave balm called Aramis 900. It seems to have disappeared now. It smelled very different to the usual Aramis you get now. It was a beautifully fresh scent. I wish it was still around.
SIR, best regards from Germany!!just discovered your fantastic channel.It is great !!Chances are ,you are going to be my Fashion commander !Five thumbs in northern direction for you and the outstanding quality content !!!!🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒
Welcome to the team sir. As a former resident of your wonderful country, its always great to have a German perspective.
I was wearing Kouros in 1986. It was much better then than the contemporary version. A couple of scents are likened to it....Amouage Figment and Lapidus Pour Homme.
I highly recommend Atkinsons 24 Old Bond Street xxx extract ,you'll smell like a King
Superb video. After trying half a dozen of Floris' scents I bought their No127 special, probably thier oldest scent. Churchill wore this and the BB you showed. Interestingly, my wife and daughters prefered the No89 over the 127. I detect you have a Cardiff(?) area accent? John Lewis stocks Floris, FYI. Also great to see you also enjoy the classic Aqua Di Palma Colonia..... the Colonia Intensa is excellent. Thank you again.
I'm a soft-touch for the old classics really, especially the more traditional fragrances like No 89 and its stablemates at Floris. I am originally a native of Aberdare, so not far out with Cardiff. I was a regular visitor to Swansea and last touched down there about 2-years ago. Nothing can touch that Gower Peninsula for natural beauty - many, many happy memories!
@@TheChapsGuide I have the good fortune to live on Gower, just.
YSL Tuxedo is the only fragrance I wear. It's bloody expensive but it lasts for a very long time on your skin, I'd say at least a full working day.
That's a new fragrance to me, sounds like it may be worth investigating further. Thanks for the comment. Ash
Thanks for the suggestion. I love YSL Kouros so will be interested to try Tuxedo.
@@TheChapsGuide If you like Tuxedo ,you might like to try Moustache by Rocha same smell fraction of the price
I own the AdP Colonia and really like it. My favourite summer fragrance is Tabarome by Creed. Was lucky enough to get it for half price around 5 years ago. Other summer fragrances I like are Jo Malone's 154 Cologne, Diptyque's Philosykos, Frapin's L'Humaniste, and Brecourt's Contre Pouvoir and their Mauvais Garcon. There is a niche fragrance house in NYC named Krigler, they have a excellent selection, plus you can buy a nice sample pack.
Wow, you have curated a fine collection of superb fragrances there sir and have a great knowledge of the finer scents and what works for you. I love the summer months, as I feel this is best season for fragrances, as they can be such a mood booster. I'll keep and eye out for some of those fine fragrances you have mentioned, I may even drop the manufacturers an email and ask for a sample vial. Thanks for you comments, Ash
Wore Kouros a lot in the nineties. Advantage: in 2020 with social distancing people can still smell you 😉 Tip for summer: Eau de Rochas Homme is a classic scent and long lasting.
You are right about Kouros in regards to it's 'presence'. It certainly knows how to fill a room when it enters. I am unfamiliar with Eau de Rochas Homme, so I asked my consultant perfumer if it had any credence - "I'm wearing it myself right now" came the response. I think I need to track down a bottle soonest or I'll miss out on the zeitgeist! Thanks for the tip!
Kouros is one of my all time favourites. Great for a summer night out. It smells amazing and get compliments wearing it. The whole room certainly knows you're there when you've got this stuff on. Next day when you've taken a shower you can still smell it. Kouros Summer Edition, specifically from early 2000's is the best aftershave I have ever smelled. Period. They can cost £100+ second hand, if you can even find it!
Kouros is such a summer classic - fresh, sweet and sexy.
Have you tried Bentley Intense? Amazing gentleman smell and only £28-32. Its very over powering for me for first 20 mins but is very nice
I have heard it is a great fragrance - I will definitely check it out. Thanks for the tip.
@@TheChapsGuide it is definitely a classic British fragrance. Very strong and gentlemanly
It's lovely stuff for the price.
Very Nice Gentelmanly Selections.
Many many thanks
I love my Acqua di Parma, I have Colonia, Ebano, and Essenza. I would also urge you to try Aventus from Creed but it is ridiculously expensive so only a special occasion scent
I prefer the Green Irish Tweed offering from Creed - however, I'll tragically never be able to afford its remarkable prices.
""Parma - Mallorca" and with such assurance !
fantastic video....subbed with alerts on
Thanks for the sub! Welcome to our community.
It´s not from Palma de Mallorca but from Parma in Italy !!
I use the Floris London fragrances because it is a good smell and made in England and really important to this fragrance is CRUELTY FREE! EVERYONE NEED TO USE CRUELTY FREE FRAGRANCES ONLY! And need to buy whatever it is possible made in England or made in EU and organic clothes and fragrances. We need to stop exploiting the people, animals and nature. We need to persuade companies to have a fair attitude. The clothing industry pollutes the environment the most and exploits the third world the most.
Everyone can do against it if they make a conscious purchase.
Nice choices!
Glad you think so!
I can't find Sauvage for less than around $100 USD.
Acqua di Parma is quite expensive. Do you think 4711 would be a cheaper similar fragrance ?
I have both AdP and 4711 - to be honest I don't think 4711 is anywhere near as good as AdP. It is not a suitable substitute in my opinion.
It’s similar but doesn’t have great performance, but on a hot day, because of its low cost, can be sprayed with happy abandon! You can also purchase individual wipes and shower gel. All have a pleasant and refreshing effect in the summer. 4711 is also THE original ‘Eau de Cologne’. ADP is better quality- I would go for Essenza if you want longevity….
Adore your channel,I am wearing for spring "Douro" by Penhaligons It is my fave EDT.for evenings at The Opera or Ballet I wear "Mouchoir De Monseur"by Guerlain.For day I wear Boucheron Eau De Parfum pour Homme.By The Way it is pronounced JERMIN Street,not jermain Street !!! Terre De Hermes is also a wonderful choice for spring.
You have a great collection of fragrances there, a few which are not familiar to me. I'm in the habit of emailing many of the more classy scent houses for sample vials, so I may try a few of those to see if I connect with any - thanks for the comments, Ash
Ash...try Les Senteurs 71 Elizabeth Street,London sw1.They have the most fantastic range imaginable.0207 730 2332.Or Bloom perfumery 4,Langley Court Covent Garden WC2..02072400338.Woodforde,s perfumery Sidmouth Devon is worth a try too.01395 579307.I would assume they are all closed at this present moment in time due to the Coronovitrus..Best Of Luck.
another great video thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
I think the cat likes the Acqua de Parma lol.
I'm actually starting to pick up cologne's £25 or less. I've just purchased some Cuba Gold for £10, which apparently smells like the original LeMale. Including also a bottle of 360 White Perry Ellis £25. Which is also similar to LeMale.
I just can't justify spending £65 on one bottle of aftershave anymore, in my late 30's.
I'm fully onboard with your fragrance strategy, I personally purchase mostly inexpensive colognes that cost sub £25 but smell great. I love the Dunhill collection of colognes (For Men, 'D' and Edition), all are really fantastic and mostly available under £20. I will never spend big money on a cologne - there is simply no need with so many great scents on the market at modest prices. I use the Fragrantica website to steer many of my purchases - worth exploring if you are interested.
What! No Old Spice?
These are only the fragrances that I am publicly prepared to disclose - there are many more that must be kept secret.
Old Spice used to be very special, but it has been reformulated and 'watered down'.
@@Lawful_Rebel nice formulation for the nowadays companies motto: rather weak and cheap than better quality and a bit more expensive - less components more water thus more revenue. What a world !