Well guess I am starting my Amouage journey now. Its almost like I am a grown up in the frag community. Also trying a new house called L’Atelier with this new one called Zeste d’Orange and Oud. Sounded incredible.

I just finished my third experience with my first sample from HappyLand Studio and I’m trying to lean into this house with open mind. I dove into it on recommendation from one of my brothers, wanting to give fougère / barbershop-style scents a fair shot because I’m used to fresh, clean fragrances. I figured maybe I’d get something clean but a little more soapy, hopefully not too powdery, spice or leather, some musk, maybe not exactly me, but worth the exploration. What I get from Barbershop Extreme is a clean soapiness with floral notes, woven together with spice and a little leather. It is extremely aromatic and will likely introduce you. There’s is a weight to it right from the go that requires some confidence to carry off. It’s not delicate. It lands more refined and classic than soft soap. This is one that will last and last on your skin, and on your clothes, for days. On a really positive note, I will say that its transformative character is most impressive, giving all of the elements their chance to shine, and as a skin scent settles nicely. It's just going to take a while to get there. The right kind of a guy could pull this off with a Henley and boots look, while another might head right into a more formal office setting, both of whom would have just had a fresh haircut and a shave or a beard trim. Guy in the suit, be careful. In the elevator it could choke people out.

I may not be at ScentXplore, but I get to enjoy one of the perks. A tropical fruit punch with a spike of booze.

One man’s junk is this man’s treasure today. I’m wrapping up a job and as I’m leaving the superintendent’s office I see this cardboard box with frags in it collecting dust so I ask him about it. He told me one of the residents at the property sadly passed away then he ended up receiving these bottles. Lucky for me he’s a simple 2-3 bottle kind of guy as it is and after taking the two bottles he did like he gave these all to me 🤯. Granted these are all used some more substantially than others but hey, the Layton and double black was enough of a win for me alone. All the others are just a bonus. Og Nautica, tumi awaken, polo double black, Layton, JV XX artisan, BLV pour Homme, and Henry rose sheep’s clothing. At first sniff none of them seem to be spoiled either. It’s a good day to be a fraghead.

https://www.xerjoff.com Hey guys, Joe A. here with another one for ya! Today I had the distinct pleasure of meeting and listening to an inspiring talk from Sergio Momo, the visionary founder behind Xerjoff, a luxury fragrance house that has become synonymous with opulence, artistry and uncompromising quality in modern niche perfumery! Launched in 2003, Xerjoff was born from Momo’s passion for rare raw materials, meticulous craftsmanship and the belief that fragrance should be a full sensory luxury experience, right down to the weighty bottles and extravagant presentation. Momo’s background in design and his deep appreciation for Italian craftsmanship are evident in every aspect of Xerjoff, from scent structure to visual identity, making him not just a brand founder, but a true architect of modern luxury perfumery! #ScentXplore2025 #Xerjoff #EnjoytheJourney