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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
Amouage Interlude 53
I get it. I'll readily admit that I'm picky when it comes to fragrances. I'm more likely to not like than to approve. There are several that I can fully respect and appreciate, even if they don't appeal to me, but I know how I am. When I do like them, they fall into two categories; ones that grab me immediately and ones that take time for things to warm up and click. That's why I like to take my time and try things repeatedly to see how they progress. A friend graciously offered to share a sample of Interlude 53 with me, which I very much appreciated. When I first tried it ... you know the old saying, square peg in a round hole? Well, it wasn't that. It was more of an oval peg in a round hole. It fit, but not exactly. But, even from that beginning, it very much intrigued me. So I put it aside and tried it here and there, letting myself learn its nuances and slowly taking the time for us to get to know each other. As I often do, I put on a fragrance to just enjoy for myself as I sit here on a Friday night. I decided to grab this one again (it's about gone at this point). Well, the tumblers on the safe finally clicked on the right combination and everything fell into place. It's smooth. It's deep. It's mature. It's patient. It carries a quiet confidence that doesn't need anyone's approval. It's the man that knows who he is and doesn't feel the need to try and impress anyone. In short, it was worth the wait for my senses and sensibilities to catch up to it. And it's really making me want to go put on a suit so I give it the respect it deserves. This feeling right here is exactly why I keep trying things. Because one day things might fall into place and I understand what has been sitting there all along.
Ralph Lauren: Ralph's Club Elixir (Refillable Bottle)
Website Official Notes: Top Notes: Green Mandarin, Grapefruit oil, Cardamom oil • Mid Notes: Sage heart, Lavandin Heart, Geranium heart, Orris butter Pallida • Base Notes: Patchouli Oil, Fir Balsam absolute, Leather accord, Olibanum oil A beautiful, fresh, citrusy, earthy, woody, smoky, resinous, rich, deep, complex, bold, exotic, and refined madness. I haven’t wear this in a while, and I’m surprised again by it. It’s just stunning, and makes you stand out. This one might work well on any season with the right amount of sprays. It’s perfect for dressed up, formal, special occasions, night outings, or whatever situation in which you want to be noticed. However, will not offend anyone, but might be more appealing to the more mature guys. Love it!
Ralph Lauren: Ralph's Club Elixir (Refillable Bottle)
Deal: Ralp's Club Elixir, $46.99 - Perfume Empire
Good evening gents! Looking for some stuff, bumped into this deal. Don't think I have ever seen the Elixir at this price, not even close... so perhaps a listing error. Take advantage? So yeah, Perfume Empire isn't the usual discounter thrown around, but personal experience, they're legit. They have both an ebay storefront (1.5M reviews, 99.7% feedback) and own website, both listing the same price. At this price, seems I am getting a new bottle after all. https://www.perfume-empire.com/products/ralphs-club-elixir-by-ralph-lauren-cologne-for-men-2-5-oz
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