Finally got around to replacing my original Le male bottle, picked up a cracking gift set, & JPG Backpack. Added in one of @theperfumeshop own brand bottles from their ©Lone range. Got some strong Ombre Nomad vibes going on for a steal

— a new release just came across my desk from Bon Parfumeur, and as Carol Burnett once said “I saw it in the window and couldn’t resist”. So I’ll be looking forward to receiving this in the next few weeks 😏

Launched in 2017 as part of the iconic Boss Bottled lineup, Bottled Tonic is an Eau de Toilette crafted to sit alongside the original without straying too far from what made the range recognizable. Though official details on the perfumer are not as widely publicized as some releases, what stands out most from my experience is that it actually carries traces of the original Boss Bottled DNA—something rare these days when so many flankers feel like completely unrelated scents. It’s classified as a fresh, aromatic fragrance, designed to be easygoing rather than loud or complex, and right from the start it feels like a safe, reliable pick for regular use. The opening hits exactly as advertised: bright, zesty, and crisp, with apple, bitter orange, grapefruit, and lemon leading the way. It’s sharp enough to wake your senses but never harsh or artificial. Within 20 to 30 minutes, it softens into a warmer heart—ginger, cinnamon, and cloves bring a gentle, subtle spice that never feels heavy, balanced nicely by geranium to keep it fresh and clean. As it dries down, it settles into simple, earthy woods and vetiver; there’s no fancy sweetness or heavy resins here, just a solid, grounded finish that stays true to its straightforward character. I appreciate that it keeps that familiar Boss Bottled feeling, and at around €50 for 100ml, it’s reasonably priced. It’s pleasant, never offensive, and works perfectly for the office, casual days, or warmer weather. But let’s be honest, performance is its biggest letdown. On skin you’re looking at only 3 hours of wear, with barely any projection or scent bubble after the first hour. To get anything close to decent longevity, you have to spray generously, and applying it directly to clothing is basically a must if you want it to last into the afternoon. It’s not a powerhouse, but if you go in knowing that, it delivers exactly what it promises: a nice, simple daily scent. My Rating 6/10 Scent 2.5 Longevity 1.5 Sillage 1 Y/N 1

Between Creed Pegasus. Layton and Percival. Which should be my next score. ?

Most of us will lift our wrist to smell our fragrance. This is how we test to see how the fragrance smells. There are a few reasons for that, and that is because in the long run, most of us cannot smell it projecting off our body.. you are not alone! The main reason is olfactory adaptation (sometimes called nose blindness). When you apply a fragrance, your brain quickly learns that scent is “background information” and starts filtering it out so you can focus on new smells in your environment. The perfume may still be projecting strongly to everyone around you, but your brain stops paying attention to it. A few other factors contribute: 1. Continuous Exposure The fragrance is constantly rising from your skin and clothing. Because you’re exposed to it nonstop, your olfactory system becomes desensitized. 2. Scent Cloud Position Much of your fragrance projects a foot or more away from your body. Other people walking into your scent trail may smell it more strongly than you do. 3. Molecules You’re Less Sensitive To Some ingredients are notorious for causing nose blindness: - Ambroxan - Iso E Super - Certain musks - Cashmeran - Modern amberwoods Many people think a fragrance disappeared when these materials are still projecting heavily. 4. Spray Location If you spray directly under your nose (neck, chest), adaptation happens faster. Spraying farther from the nose—back of neck, shoulders, forearms—can sometimes help. 5. Humidity, Heat, and Air Movement In a dry climate like Phoenix, fragrance can disperse differently than in humid climates. Sometimes the scent leaves your immediate breathing zone but is still noticeable to others around you. A Simple Test If you think a fragrance is gone: 1. Leave the room for 10–15 minutes. 2. Come back. 3. Ask someone else if they can smell it. You’ll often find that what seemed “dead” is still projecting. A Common Fragrance Mistake Many fragrance enthusiasts overspray because they stop smelling their scent after an hour or two. In reality, others may still smell it 6–10 hours later. This is especially common with fragrances like Louis Vuitton Imagination, Amouage Reflection Man, and Xerjoff Torino21, which can become intermittent to the wearer while remaining detectable to others.