Every fragrance enthusiast has a "Point of No Return." It’s that first bottle that made you realize scent isn't just about "smelling clean" - it’s about identity, confidence, and how you choose to command a room. It was the moment you stopped grabbing whatever was on the bathroom counter and started building a signature. Today, we’re kicking off a 7-day challenge to find the "Gateway Scent" that started your journey. The Challenge: "The Scent That Started Your Journey" We want to hear about the specific fragrance that opened your eyes. Maybe it was a gift that made you feel like a man for the first time, or a scent you saved up for because you saw it on someone you respected. What was the bottle that turned "getting ready" into a ritual? HOW TO JOIN (Super easy) Drop your story in the comments under this post. Use this quick format: 1. The Scent: What was the fragrance that started it all? 2. The Origin: Who wore it, or how did it find its way into your hands? 3. The Representation: What did that scent represent to you at the time? (Sophistication? Power? A new chapter?) 4. The Journey: Where has your fragrance journey taken you since that first bottle? Optional: Feel free to attach a photo of the fragrance. HOW THE CHALLENGE WORKS - Challenge will run for 7 days (starting today until Jan 23rd) - Post your story in the comments of this post (not separate posts) - Our team will personally pick the winner at the end - Winner will be announced next week Friday Jan 23rd - Winner gets a surprise gift from Antonio 🎁 WINNERS WILL BE PICKED BASED ON - Detail and quality of your comment (70%) - Thumbs up from others (5%) - Paid members will have plus points. RULES & LIMITATIONS - Must be Level 5 or higher to win - Free shipping (USA only; forwarding addresses accepted) The floor is yours. Which bottle changed the game for you? Tell us the story that started your fragrance collection below. 👇

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Introduce yourself and level-up, it's that simple! You'll get at least 5 likes (oftentimes more!) which will move you to level 2 and on your way to level 3 (these levels give you access to prizes!). What to say in your intro? Share where you're from, your reason for joining, your profession, perhaps your favorite fragrance or a picture of your entire collection! Whether you're a seasoned cologne collector or just starting, have fun engaging with the group.

🎩 Fragrance One Black Tie – 66% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH1Ttk Elegant, classy, and seductive — your perfect formal-night scent. 🌊 The Merchant of Venice Venetian Blue Intense 50% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH15Ox a deep, elegant blue fragrance with fresh citrus, aromatic herbs, and smooth woods that feels like a luxurious evening by the sea.

It’s super cold where I am today, so I need something to cut through the bitter chill. This one is perfect. It’s a very close dupe of Clive Christian’s Blonde Amber with excellent performance. I have a decant of Blonde Amber, and have done a couple side by side comparisons, both on paper and on skin. I find the French Ave version a little easier to wear- maybe a tad more fresh than the OG. If you like Blonde Amber, but you don’t want to pay the hefty price tag, give this one a shot. I like Blonde Amber, but not for the price tag. I’m thankful for a dupe like this so I can still experience that DNA. I get about 8 hours on skin with good projection for about 6 hours. After about 10 hours, it becomes a skin scent. Outstanding performance for the $45 price range.