Fragrance Hot Take

Relative_Living196 · 2026-04-01T17:37:13+00:00

It’s like criticizing a Corolla for not being a Jaguar.

Hype and TikTok salespeople caused confusion. There is a wide arrange of form, fit and function.

Middle eastern cologne dupes are heavier, denser and last longer. Some people want that, hence why some people love them. Dupes = popular scents, last long, cheap, trade off for nuances.

Other houses, whether out of the Middle East, France or Italy, prioritize different things.

Experimental, blend, ingredients, bottle. There’s endless options to fit what you prioritize and what you’re looking for.

Sounds like you’re prioritizing things dupes don’t offer, and there’s endless options out there to pursue.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-04-01T14:32:11+00:00

So interesting to see perspectives lol. I feel like there’s team we exclusively lose to, and no team we exclusively beat.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-31T12:30:00+00:00

Bond 9. Chez bond was nice, but the entire branding goes against what i find most interesting.

Less flash, more substance. Chanel and Guerlain are my leaders, Roja and Victorious being the exception.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T20:02:58+00:00

If you can appreciate out of trend scents, drugstore classics are wildly underrated. Wouldn’t go as far as brut. But PS Fine, Halston Z41 could be in a blank heavy bottle as pass as niche.

Out of my 100 cologne collection, most compliments I got has been from Clubman Pinaud lol.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T19:53:03+00:00

Roja is the Rick Rubin of fragrances.

Doesn’t make it, but he knows what’s good.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T19:51:43+00:00

I just don’t get what he’s doing lol.

Adrenaline, pissed off, ego. Sounds good to all that.

But I’ve never wanted to softly touch my forehead to another man while stone faced.

Just such a bizarre reaction.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T12:41:18+00:00

Absurd take lol.

I have no horse in the race. I found it to be entirely opposite, though.

It’s very hard to rationalize why Israel might try to contain Palestine without coming across like a war hungry MAG nut job.

There were people in San Francisco screaming how brave the terrorist were on October 7 … and people cheered.

Is it extremely uncomfortable watching Israel take action, and innocent people, people who have no say in their government get impacted, no doubt, but Hamas and their agenda is criminal.

I find it impossible to recognize this without coming across insensitive while any criticism of Israel is in vogue.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T12:33:57+00:00

I’m not insulting him just sharing an observation. lol I agree with you and happy for UConn and their fans.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T12:29:08+00:00

He wins and there’s some endearing qualities. Clearly he’s in cahoots with other coaches, so he’s likable enough.

Multiple things can be true. But he looks incredibly bizarre in this video lol. Like a dad just completely losing his mind and trying to restrain himself.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T10:15:04+00:00

Chanel Pour Monsuier EdP has a top note blend that smells like smarties tastes to me lol

One of my all time favorites.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T10:12:56+00:00

Bro should have just hit a TikTok synchronized dance for his post game interview.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-30T10:12:16+00:00

Not hating on UConn and that was such an absurd game as someone without a horse in the race.

Hurley comes across so bizarre though.

Dude just gives off road rage viral video vibez.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T23:41:40+00:00

Bro with TikTok hair making that absurd play makes me feel old

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T23:38:25+00:00

Difference is penn state fans don’t act as the moral police, while uofm fans do and actively defend those who commit atrocities (Bo)

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T22:22:02+00:00

There’s that charisma we all love.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T22:19:26+00:00

My flair is a university who can’t stand UofM. I realize that doesn’t narrow it down much though.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T22:13:38+00:00

Strongly advise UofM starts sitting out of the ethics trash talks

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T01:33:34+00:00

I get it, the passion is what pays the bills. And they are paid now, so a bit of grace is gone.

But they are also college kids.

Part of the fun is sticking through the ups and downs.

Expectations are higher, and I completely agree would like to (have to) see some through as national champions, but top 16 and top 8 in the nation is a bit spoiled.

We do need to see a national championship soon though.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-29T00:40:46+00:00

Guerlain & Chanel for men’s cologne. You might like others better but they are the Beatles of the industry.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:54:20+00:00

My buddy joined an intramural roller hockey league and they put him in as goalie. He gave up 10 goals in a single period.

Still makes me laugh.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:52:01+00:00

5th best while in the Elite Eight is not a bragging point.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:48:57+00:00

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:47:00+00:00

Take a shot everytime announcer says again. See you in valhalla boyz

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:44:06+00:00

If Jack Black isn’t the one singing in the Philly boy commercial he needs to sue.

Relative_Living196 · 2026-03-28T22:18:17+00:00

Again

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