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English Laundry Blowout – Up to 62% Off Underrated Gems
⚔️ Cambridge Knight – 62% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH1js8 A spicy aromatic with citrus brightness and noble woody depth. 👑 Throne – 60% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH1js9 Sweet pineapple and tobacco warmth — a regal, compliment-pulling charmer. 🏙️ London – 58% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH1jsB Crisp bergamot and oakmoss with proper British gentleman polish. 🌺 Tahitian Waters – 56% OFF https://get.aspr.app/SH1jsB Tropical aquatic freshness with coconut and exotic floral warmth.
English Laundry Blowout – Up to 62% Off Underrated Gems
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Questions for Marcelo Oillataguerre
Hey guys, Joe A. here with another one for ya’! So this next meetup is a pretty cool opportunity to talk with @Marcelo Oillataguerre , aka, The Niche Fragrance Collector, and since time will be limited, I personally don’t want to waste the moment asking the usual “what’s your favorite fragrance?” type of questions! Don’t get me wrong, favorite scent questions are fun. We all love hearing what someone with a serious nose reaches for. But when you’re talking to someone who has smelled deep into the niche world, traveled through a lot of brands, explored different styles and built a real point of view around fragrance, I think the better question is not just 'what do you like?' It’s more like 'how do you think about fragrance now?' Right now, one question I’m leaning toward is this: ----------“With niche fragrance becoming more mainstream and more expensive, what separates a truly artistic niche release from one that is just wearing the "costume" of niche?”---------- That one interests me because we are living in a strange fragrance era. Everything is “exclusive,” everything is “extrait,” everything has a dramatic bottle, a moody campaign and a price tag that looks like it comes with a monthly payment plan. But does that automatically make it art? Or are some brands just throwing on a velvet jacket and charging admission? The other question I’m considering is: ----------“After smelling as much as you have, what has changed the most about your own taste over the years?”---------- Because honestly, that might be the real collector question. Most of us start this hobby chasing compliments, performance, hype or whatever bottle the algorithm keeps shoving in our faces. But over time, your nose changes. Your patience changes. Your standards change. Sometimes the fragrance you've ignored two years ago becomes the one that finally makes sense! What say you, guys? If you only had a few minutes with a serious niche fragrance reviewer, what would you ask? Would you go for something practical, like underrated houses and buying advice, or would you ask something deeper about artistry, taste and the direction of the hobby? Conversely, what is one fragrance reviewer question you are absolutely tired of hearing? Love to hear from ya'!
Questions for Marcelo Oillataguerre
The Hawas rat race is getting insane..
I’ve been a big fan of this line from the beginning and currently have 7 flankers including the OG on my shelf as it is, but lately Rasasi has been releasing flankers three and four at a time it seems making it pretty dumb trying to keep up now. My eye however has been on the Exotic and Thunder flankers as of late but still can’t find them anywhere online at the normal Hawas price range and/or widely rolled out yet. So as I’m going through my daily Jomashop scrolling at home today I see these final two additions that I had no idea even existed and haven’t seen any info regarding these online whatsoever. I impulse bought the Overdose. They both say limited quantity and are around the normal price range for these bottles (sub$50). Neither is registered on Fragrantica either. Did I just strike gold with this mystery release. Stay tuned for first wears when it comes in. Smell great brothers.
The Hawas rat race is getting insane..
SOTD: Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa
I’ve been letting Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa sit on my shelf for quite a while now, trying to decide how I truly feel about it. Released in early 2024, this fragrance was a highly anticipated follow-up to the massive success of the original Asad. It was crafted by the renowned perfumer Fanny Bal, which initially gave me high hopes. When I first smelled it in the store, the coconut note gave off a "Le Beau" vibe that piqued my interest, but after bringing it home, the experience became a bit more complicated. It’s a complete departure from the DNA of the original, and even after letting the bottle macerate for months, I’m still not entirely convinced it’s the right fit for my collection. The scent journey is a bit of a rollercoaster. It kicks off with a very sharp, almost aggressive opening of black pepper and lavender that hits the nose hard, though thankfully that initial sting burns away relatively fast. As it transitions into the heart, the fragrance transforms into a creamy, coastal experience driven by a prominent coconut water note mixed with sea salt and a touch of iris. The dry down is where it settles into its final form—a mix of smooth vanilla and a lingering incense. While the salt and creaminess make it unique, there is a specific herbal-spicy quality to the blend that feels a bit polarizing compared to the mass-appeal sweetness I expected. In terms of performance, it’s a bit of a mixed bag for me. It doesn’t scream off the skin; the projection is relatively intimate, and the longevity is moderate, lasting around 5 to 6 hours before becoming a faint skin scent. Because of that salty, tropical profile, it is definitely best suited for the high heat of summer or casual daytime wear during a beach holiday. It’s a "vacation in a bottle" type of scent, but it lacks the punch and versatility of the original Asad. While I appreciate the brand trying something bold and different, I find myself reaching for the Bourbon flanker much more often when I want something with real character.
SOTD: Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa
How & Why This Platform Really Works!
I wanted to pen an outline of a recent experience I had in acquiring a fragrance, and how this experience really encapsulates the intrinsic value of this platform and the members that drive it. @Edward Mooney reviewed a Lattafa fragrance – Teriaq Intense back in December 2025, the description (as usual) was outstanding, providing a high level of detail, as well as an evocative description of the specific character of the scent. I’d logged it as something I was really interested in, but……couldn’t track down an accessible way to sample it here in the UK. Fast forward 5 months, I’m on holiday in Bavaria, and, completely unexpectedly, stumbled across a middle-eastern fragrance shop – in Nuremburg! In case you’re ever there, checkout Kingdom of Perfumes – really good selection, and excellent retail presentation. Was browsing the impressive array of testers they had on display, when my eyes fell of a bottle of Teriaq – finally, I had an opportunity to try it out. It was fantastic, and very accurately reflected Ed’s breakdown. It struck me that without this platform and the blend of shared enthusiasm, knowledge, and expertise – as well as the effort that so many brothers invest in their thoughtful and consistent contributions – I’d be completely oblivious and missing out on so much. So big thanks to both @Antonio Centeno for creating the platforming and building the community, and of course to Ed for the awesome heads-up.
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