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CK One Essence Fragrance Review – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 12th February, 2025

CK One Essence Fragrance Review by Michael 84

One of the most iconic fragrances which has ever been created has to be CK One from Calvin Klein. I had it growing up, and still have a bottle now.

Calvin Klein released CK One Essence in 2024, a brand new ode to the classic scent. But how does it stack up?

I wanted to try this out and got a bottle for Christmas last year.

This is how it smells, how it compares to the original and everything you need to know about CK One Essence.

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Best Smelling Fragrances On Valentines Day For Men

Thursday, 6th February, 2025

The Best Valentine's Day Fragrance For Men

If there’s one occasion that you want to smell good, it’s Valentines Day.

Smell good for a girl, for yourself, in the house or if you manage to go out on a date. There’s a lot of great fragrances that are guaranteed to get you compliments.

These are the best men’s fragrances for Valentines Day this year.

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Tom Ford Oud Minerale Fragrance Review – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025

Tom Ford Oud Minerale Eau De Parfum Review by Michael 84

When it comes to looking for a new fragrance, Tom Ford is always a good brand to try out.

Back in 2023 Tom Ford Oud Minerale eau de parfum moved from the Private Collection to the Signature Line over at TF. This meant going from the higher price point and squared bottle, to the rounded bottle in a better price point.

Back on Black Friday I tried this out, and really liked what I smelled, so got this scent for Christmas just gone.

Here’s what you need to know, and why it’s one of my fragrances for 2025.

Here’s what Tom Ford Oud Minerale smells like.

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Armani Acqua Di Gio Parfum Review – Here’s How It Smells

Wednesday, 15th January, 2025

Armani Acqua Di Gio Parfum Review - Here's What It Smells Like

Giorgio Armani and in particular the Acqua Di Gio line of fragrances has always been a big favourite for men. The original eau de toilette is a classic and still loved today, and one of the biggest favourites was always Profumo.

In 2023 Armani released a new scent which many say is to replace Profumo, this is Acqua Di Gio Parfum.

I recently got this for Christmas in 2024, and will be using Acqua Di Gio Parfum going into 2025 and beyond.

Here’s what you need to know, including what Acqua Di Gio Parfum smells like.

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Valentino Sogno In Rosso Fragrance Review – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 8th January, 2025

Valentino Sogno In Rosso Fragrance Review - Here's What It Smells Like

Valentino released it’s Anatomy of Dreams Haute Couture fragrance collection in late 2024, A Haute Couture perfume collection inspired by the hedonistic spirit of Rome.

They kindly sent over one of the scents from the exclusive collection for review, Valentino Sogno In Rosso. A beautiful fragrance to get you straight into 2025.

Here’s everything you need to know, including what Valentino Sogno In Rosso smells like.

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The Best Men’s Winter Fragrances – Top Scents That Warm You Up In Cold Weather

Wednesday, 18th December, 2024

The Best Winter Fragrances For Men

Winter is here! It’s cold outside, and you need to keep warm. The obvious thing is to wear warm weather clothes, but your scent should match the season too.

There’s so many great fragrances to wear in Winter, I have a lot of them.

Here’s some of the best men’s winter fragrances you can wear in Winter. They’ll give you that warmed up feeling!

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The Best Armani Fragrances For Men – 7 Scents That Smell Amazing

Wednesday, 6th November, 2024

The Best Armani Fragrances For Men

When it comes to fragrances, Armani have had a lot of great scents over the years, and they continue to do so. They are a well known Italian fashion brand, but they’ve also created some really nice smelling men’s fragrances over the years too.

I currently own a few Armani aftershaves, and have owned plenty over the years.

These are the best Armani fragrances which I have owned or tried over the years.

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BOSS Bottled Absolu Parfum Intense Review – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 30th October, 2024

Boss Bottled Absolu Intense Parfum Review

There’s a new fragrance for 2024 in the BOSS Bottled line. BOSS Bottled Absolu Parfum Intense is the latest scent that’s been added to the line, right in time for autumn and winter.

How does this stack up in the much loved Bottled line?

This could be the best yet! I am very impressed with this scent, and it could be the best new fragrance for 2024.

Here’s what BOSS Bottled Absolu Parfum Intense smells like, and everything you need to know.

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Bleu De Chanel Parfum Review – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 23rd October, 2024

Bleu De Chanel Parfum Review

There’s no doubt that Chanel know how to make a good scent. Synonymous with their women’s fragrances, their men’s have become classics too, and I own a few which smell great.

The Bleu de Chanel line has to be the best, and after the original eau de toilette and eau de parfum were released in 2010 and 2014, Bleu de Chanel Parfum came in 2018.

Is it worth getting and what does it smell like?

Here’s everything you need to know about Bleu de Chanel Parfum and that all important smell test.

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Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Dark Leather Eau De Parfum – Here’s What It Smells Like

Wednesday, 25th September, 2024

Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Dark Leather EDP Fragrance Review

We’re getting well into Autumn now which means using some darker scents that smell good.

It’s perfect timing for a new fragrance, and Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Dark Leather eau de parfum is a scent that fits the bill perfectly.

Here’s everything you need to know about the fragrance, including that all important smell test.

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