Watch Lover crew, here are a few standout posts from the Watch Lover community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @James Milson for “Throwback Thursday's Casio MW600F” and the story of finding a red-dial Casio without spending a fortune. It showed that a great watch story and a strong community conversation are never just about the price tag. Post: https://www.skool.com/watch-lover/throwback-thursdays-casio-mw600f 👏 Shoutout to @Warren Money for “Throwback Thursday” and a humorous, self-aware take on watch influences, rules, and the Seiko Alpinist. It brought personality to the discussion and invited a lively exchange among fellow collectors. Post: https://www.skool.com/watch-lover/throwback-thursday-bd27cbb2 👏 Shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for “Green means GO!!” and a detailed appreciation of a watch that punches above its price point. It was the kind of enthusiastic, accessible recommendation that helps collectors discover value in unexpected places. Post: https://www.skool.com/watch-lover/green-means-go-2 👏 Shoutout to @Brett Sutton for “WOTD- Submariner Anniversary Saturday August 29th” and the personal story behind marking two years with his grail watch. It captured the milestones and memories that make a collection meaningful. Post: https://www.skool.com/watch-lover/wotd-submariner-anniversary-saturday-august-29th 👏 Shoutout to @Joe Macafee for “Milestone unlocked — and watches earned” and a post connecting a personal achievement with the joy of watches. It celebrated progress in a way that fellow members could appreciate and rally around.

Released in 2021, by Pierre Montale, the nose behind the entire Mancera line. This is the heavier, richer evolution of the original 2011 Cedrat Boise. The one point everyone should be talking about is that opening, some say it's comparable too Creed Aventus, but I'd pick this any day over the Creed. Here Montale took a bright citrus-fruit DNA and cranked it up with leather, oud and some serious woody depth, so much so that this is effectively a different fragrance entirely. Also worth noting: despite being labelled Eau de Parfum, it’s bottled at Extrait-level strength, which goes a long way toward explaining why it performs the way it does. You can tell with just a few sprays on the back of your hand. Note the oily film it leaves. That's a sure sign. It opens loud and proud, with a bright, zesty citrus hit alongside juicy, tart blackcurrant, with warm spices underneath so it never reads thin or sharp. If you’re here expecting a straight Aventus clone, hang around: that fruit burst fades faster than you think. Within 45 minutes it darkens up considerably, smooth leather, creamy white sandalwood, and soft Cambodian oud bringing a gentle, refined smokiness rather than anything harsh or medicinal. The jasmine is polite and well-behaved, just a touch of elegance, while patchouli leaves add a clean, earthy-green anchor that keeps it grounded. By the dry-down, warm vanilla, polished grey amber, wild oakmoss and that signature Mancera white musk wrap everything up. Its luxurious, rounded, and surprisingly balanced. The leather and oud don’t scream; they just give the scent real weight and maturity. Performance is surprisingly closer to the 8hour mark than I expected. With strong projection for the first few hours, then a solid, noticeable trail that clings to clothes and lasts well into evening. It settles beautifully and is also noticeably sweeter and heavier than the original. Fantastic in cooler weather, evenings and autumn/winter, but far too dense and syrupy for scorching summer days. And yes, the hype is largely deserved. It’s not perfect, and it’s not cheap, but if you want serious performance and depth rather than just flashy marketing. This is the one.

Has anyone who has been taking GLP-1 found that they have had a stronger interest in fragrances? I guess my deeper interest in perfumery grew when I started taking the drug. Your thoughts? From the article: For some GLP-1 users, a positive effect is a growing interest in gourmand fragrances. According to NielsenIQ, perfume sales are up 23% as people seek ‘sensory inputs’ they no longer get from food. Similarly, Mintel reported a 24% increase in gourmand scents. Trendalytics reported a 266% increase in social engagement for gourmand perfumes compared to last year. An Appellation article states, “One theory suggests that when sugar cravings fade, the brain may seek out scent-based ‘pleasure signals’ as a substitute. In this way, indulgent-smelling products might offer a non-caloric form of comfort or reward.” https://www.happi.com/exclusives/glp-1s-unintended-side-effects-will-fuel-new-beauty-products/

This is one of the oldest debates in the fragrance world - and opinions run HOT. NICHE FRAGRANCES: Crafted by independent houses obsessed with artistry over mass appeal. Think Amouage, Creed, Serge Lutens. Bold, complex, unapologetically unique. You wear niche and you know no one else in the room is wearing the same thing. But you're paying for the privilege. DESIGNER FRAGRANCES — The Chanels, the Diors, the Tom Fords. Masterfully blended, backed by decades of heritage, and worn by people who know what they're doing. Dior Sauvage and Bleu de Chanel are bestsellers for a reason — they're refined, proven, and never embarrassing. The debate: Is niche fragrance the pinnacle of personal expression — or is it overpriced elitism dressed up as art? And are designer houses underrated gems hiding in plain sight? Tell us: Team Niche or Team Designer? Vote below 👇 — and tell me which house or specific fragrance makes your case? Roast the other camp respectfully — this is a gentleman's debate after all. 😄

Today i went with the most smoky fragrance in my collection after interlude 53 with 1 spray only because i had a planned sitting in office with some co workers so that works very normal.