In the Game: "If You Could Only Wear One Fragrance," My Easy Pick
That's exactly how it is, folks. Over the years, I've had the chance to test many fragrances. Niche, designer - I've experienced it all. But one fragrance that has accompanied me since my teenage years is this little gem here. And why? Because in my opinion, it is extremely versatile:
This fresh citrus-mandarin opening - wow! Simply invigorating. It always transports me to a vacation.
Then these salty, aquatic notes, which don't come off as cheap but always feel authentic, just incredible. Pepper joins in and adds that certain kick.
This drydown: even as a teenager, I thought it smelled so noble and elegant. How do they do it? As a little perfume junkie, I now know, of course, it鈥檚 the notes of tonka bean and soft vanilla carried on this musk base. I have been enchanted for decades now by how this fragrance ends in the drydown.
"Allure Homme Sport (Eau de Toilette) | Chanel," I've tried all your flankers. Allure Homme Sport Eau Extr锚me was too creamy for me, Allure Homme Sport Superleggera an olfactory slap in the face. Yes, your longevity used to be better, but you were always there and will always remain. For a long time, you were truly the only one by my side, my signature scent. May the perfume god protect you from reformulation for a long time. Amen!
But now the big question: Which is your pick in the game: "If you could only wear one fragrance?" :-)
@Teststreifen thanks for the cool review.馃槈 I totally get the easy pick as a signature! Back in 2006, when I was at the local perfumery, I had to choose between AH Sport and Fleur du Male. I went with JPG. Later, I added the Extreme to my collection, but I had to let it go because of the creaminess you described. Now I'm thinking about getting the AH Sport. It's just one of those well-known "Swiss Army knives." My signature would probably be Aventus or Aventus Cologne, but the Chanel would definitely be among my top 10 signature-worthy candidates.馃槉
Thank you for reading :)
I think Aventus is often unfairly criticized. I still love its DNA. But I agree with Hacivat here. Just think of Aventus as good vibes 馃グ
I still need to test the Cologne :0 !!
Great review, thank you! I've already tried Missoni Wave and Allure Homme Sport Extreme, but both turn creamy after a while, which I really don't like. You mentioned you've noticed something similar? Is it definitely not the case with this one? Does it stay more citrus-fresh?
Thanks for your kind words :) As for the creaminess: well, let's just say... the tonka bean in the base does add a bit of creaminess, but it's more about the sweetness/pleasantness. What makes the Eau Extreme so creamy could be the sandalwood, which isn't present in the original. Why not give it a try yourself? :) For me, the original is simply the best!
Thanks, and I've also left a subscription.馃槉馃憢
Thanks for the nice chat! Subscription is in! 馃槂馃挭馃徎
I think Aventus is often unfairly criticized. I still love its DNA. But I agree with Hacivat here. Just think of Aventus as good vibes 馃グ
I still need to test the Cologne :0 !!
As for the creaminess: well, let's just say... the tonka bean in the base does add a bit of creaminess, but it's more about the sweetness/pleasantness. What makes the Eau Extreme so creamy could be the sandalwood, which isn't present in the original. Why not give it a try yourself? :) For me, the original is simply the best!
I would probably choose Eau Sauvage cologne.