Starting another Monday, and going with Burberry Hero EDT. The freshest version with nice citrus off the top but strikes quickly into that known cedar foundation. The EDP is still the best in the line to me, but this is more of an every day wear.

Taking my daughter to the movies and wearing Rasasi Hawas Tropical in a warm but not hot day. Really enjoy the coconut water style opening. Very crisp but not too heavy. Lost in the wave of new Hawas offerings.

I bought this one a while ago and I think I have never worn it before. This is a classic fougère with the distinctive, refined, and timeless Cartier’s DNA. This is not for everyone though, will be more nostalgically appealing to the matured crowd. It opens fresh, aromatic and spicy, transitioning towards a more intense spiced scent. At the dry down turns to a more subtle woody, mussy and resinous scent. Today I was running on a 90 degrees heat, it performed beautifully. This is a four season, any occasion, average projection and longevity.

Picked this up last weekend, so I’ve had a chance for a couple full wearings now. Here’s my thoughts: It’s a nice Sospiro Vibrato dupe. Not 1:1, but the opening is pretty darn close. This is a bit more powdery and a tad fresher than the OG. I’d say this is a version of that DNA that is more suitable for daily wear. I get about 5-6 hours on skin before it’s completely a skin scent. Projection is very good for the first 1-2 hours and then dials back quite a bit from there. It’s a nice taste of Vibrato on a budget, but if you really like the DNA, go for the original.

Decided to go with my all time favorite, Dior Eau Sauvage Parfum. Such a classic fougere style with the richness of the patchouli and oak moss to give it a modern spin. Not a young man’s favorite, but worth it in any professional’s collection. May be the first bottle I empty and have to reorder.