...Did you end up with any full bottles?ScentFan:I think I said in the comments they are skin scents, though not sure what that means except little projection. For me, the appeal is in the brilliant composition itself, even if I have to reapply. When they arrive I'll do a full wearing and report again.ScentedSalon:If they are skin scents that would take away a lot of their appeal. Definitely won't be buying any full bottles. I don't know when we'll get a warm day but I will test them then.

...If they are skin scents that would take away a lot of their appeal. Definitely won't be buying any full bottles. I don't know when we'll get a warm day but I will test them then.

...Well, I got my samples but for some reason, they are all so weak on me. I better test them on another day before giving any impressions.

...I definitely prefer sweet like Poison. I like spices most of all and sweetness and spice go well together.

...I sure will. I was disappointed to learn that their HYLDNS perfumes are not in the sample pack. Those are based on Scottish landscapes and stories and are supremely unique.

...Excellent review. Mine are in the mail. Can't wait. I have been waiting for Luckyscent to get some of these for years.

...Tea.More reality shows or crappy movies?

...Seriously, we need to step it up with the forums. I am also new here and noticed the same thing: discussions are being expanded on way too slowly. I believe that since the numbers here are lower than the other sites mentioned, that is one reason. So let's all do our part to discuss perfume more. We can come up with fun topics too, not just purely perfume dissections.

...Apicius:Personally, I don't smoke, but I like the smell of clean and also perfumed pipe tobacco. And the smell of a good cigar can evoke a homely mood.I wonder if the prohibition of smoking will lead to perfumes that make you smell as if you were a heavy smoker. One of those attempts IMHO were the perfumes of Robbie VanGogh ( a hobby perfumer who sadly discontinued his activities), especially his "Hemp & Leather".One particular, strongly overpriced smoker's perfume is "Intricate" by Boadicea. Actually, it has a very strong smell that has much in common with a cold ash tray. Sillage and longevity are far beyond compare. It is great when you smell it the first time but I find it hardly wearable. Then, I find "Jasmin & Cigarettes" by ELDO well worth trying in this context. When it was launched, I remember it was a kind of reminiscence to the Marlene Dietrich style of female smoker.I haven't tried most of the perfumes you mentioned. Jasmin et Cigarettes was mellow. I need something more powerful. I have to try the Intricate.Though smoking is prohibited in many buildings in the US (and looked down upon as well), my experience has been that Europe and the rest of the world has a lot more smokers. I personally use Sacre Tabac Sucre. Not to cover the smell but because I love it. (I wrote about this perfume on my blog today.)

...Dalmajen:I have just finished watching House Of Cards, season one and two. I can't begin to tell you how incredible this series is! It has everything....drama, thriller, great story, suspense, etc. Kevin Spacey is great in this.all the actors shine. Watch it, and comment later... :)Can't wait till season 3 where he takes his new job.

...I just discovered Broadchurch, a crime mystery series. Five stars. The new Marco Polo on Netflix is good too.

...I have read the story that Tabac Blond was created for ladies to cover up the smell of cigarettes at a time when smoking was not considered proper for women. I love tobacco perfumes like Habanita, Tabacca and Odd Fellow's Bouquet. Does anyone use specifically tobacco-themed perfumes to cover up the smell of cigarettes? If yes, what are some other "smokers' scents"?

...It's actually funny because the word, spelled differently, means religious leader. So who can claim that as their own? It's like that woman that sued another perfume company because they used the word "peace" in their perfume name. Who can own such things???

...Pipette:That is the difference. There is a team of moderators here. And, if anything big comes up, the issue is promptly handled.At Fragrantica a lot of drama results because the moderators (probably because of lack of time and dealing with a large volume of posts) don't step in early enough to not let issues blow out of proportion.And if they do pop up to address an issue, they are butt-kissed like some kind of celebrities:"I truly believe your philosophy is why Fragrantica has such a warm and welcoming presence in comparison with just about any other site I could mention. The longer I've been here the more I have seen that it takes an administration with dedication to create such a lovely site. For this and so much more, I am grateful!"

...Silverfire:Wow. I never noticed this topic until Cryptic had posted to it. I'm a former Fragrantica user too. My experience is rather typical for me -- I never could figure out what proper etiquette was (rules were never enforced except when they were), so I just had fun. Too late, I found out that the admins didn't like fun. I also tried to help, volunteering in public, and in private multiple times, only to be ignored, and then personally attacked by an admin. After he threatened to ban me from the site, I went looking for other fragrance sites and found Parfumo. I rarely think about the site anymore -- too much angst involved.The admin's rudeness is legendary. I don't find him funny at all. Here is a sample of his grating style:"It was annoying to delete all those old la,dy posts so we made little joke and of course everybody who sees that... it's like drawing the line in the sand here so who cross the line is very aware that old la.dy is not preferred nomenclature over here so if they insist on making trouble they have no right to complain once we terminate their account.Nobody pees on our rug."

...LiliumLibido:Slapped on the wrist at Fragrantica for being here??? I hadn't thought of that... that would suggest off the charts arrogance on their part!I don't even say anything on the site anymore because I am sure I will be banned or censored. Next their rules will say "you cannot be a member of Fragrantica and STOP SPAM at the same time." hahahaha

...Esoada:I had a look att the Fragrantica forum todaySame boring, stupid topics as usualAnd the person running the site (Zoka) is a pure *beep*Beeep beep beep beeeeep beeep is my only thought on him.

...I just arrived on this site after many years on Fragrantica and just found this forum. I'd like to share my experience with all of you.The first sign of trouble for me was when I began to post on the forums. Right away, it was clear that there were some members who were always online and watching everything going on constantly. They would use snarky comments to make other users gang up on people (myself included) and it really was a pack mentality on unpopular opinions. This did not bother me as much as what happened next: I was using the swap forum when one of the snarky members reported me. She claimed that I kept bumping my thread up to the front, which was absolutely not true (unless I did it by accident). So what did the admins do? They banned me from the swap thread without discussion nor warning. That just showed that they didn't care about being fair and there is no concern with losing members since they have so many. The last straw was when one of the main admins was so exceptionally rude to a member who had a simple problem, putting her down in multiple posts that I just had enough. And thank God that happened because I would not have arrived on this wonderful site!Now I just peek in from time to time to Fragrantica to see what is new. I decided to check up on the forums today and sure enough, that same member that reported me was having a racist rant on one of the threads. I am very sure the admins will do nothing about it since she is one of their most active members. :roll:

...I really like Jeanne Arthes Boum Sa Pomme d'Amour. It costs $11 on ebay and smells like vanilla and red apples. If it was not for the poor lasting power, I would buy it often and use it a lot.

...Yes, it is a soapy and light rose.