Hey guys, Joe A. here with today's Scent of the Day : Electimuss Caspian Cherry - Day 287. Parfumo lists top notes of amaretto, black cherry, and dark chocolate, with main accords of sweet, fruity, gourmand, creamy, and spicy. This is a hot, heavy, seductive cherry dressed like a sultry woman off the Silk Road, with honey, coconut, and creamy woods giving it more velvet dress than fruit basket. First Sniff: like cherry liqueur put on red lipstick, lowered the lights, and ruined somebody's evening plans. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ao2yoakQOIE

I thought it would be fun and helpful for anyone just getting started / on a limited budget in this hobby for us to start a thread on top budget picks: anything you can find that’s at least 50ml for $50 and under. This doesn’t have to just include ME brands or clones, it can also include designers you can find at discounters. These should be bangers you actually love to wear that offer fantastic value for the price! Here are some that I’ve come across that I’m so glad to have in my collection: - Fragrance World Star Man Nebula - Versace Man Eau Fraiche - Lalique Ombre Noire - Jimmy Choo Man Ice - Rayhaan Aquatica - Givenchy Gentlemen Only

A) Jean Rish Bergamot Intense Price: $40 (website- sold out) Purchase Price: $14.29 Company was founded with the belief that luxury should be expressive and accessible, creating fragrances that don’t just smell good — they have something to state. They proudly make their products in the US, locally formulating and sourcing their materials with the idea that fragrances tell a story. They’re designed to be worn, remembered, and loved. It’s luxury rooted in care, precision and authenticity. Fresh Bergamot with hints of Lemon and Mandarin, balanced by Orange Blossom, Lavender, and Rosemary. The scent settles into Patchouli, Cedarwood, and Amber, creating a clean yet powerful fragrance for the modern man. - TOP NOTES – Bergamot, Ginger, Cardamom - MIDDLE NOTES – Orange Blossom, Warm Wood - BASE NOTES – Patchouli, Vanilla bourbon - LONG LASTING – Crafted as an Eau de Parfum (EDP), Jean Rish impresses with a rich scent that lasts up to 6 hours, all wrapped in packaging as stylish as it is timeless. Scent: Bright and citrusy Fragrance Setting: A cool, but warm Summer evening wear. Sillage: 6-7 hrs B) Hopificio Firenze Oriental Wood Price: $47 (website- eBay & Mercari) Purchase Price: $14.29 Created by an Italian fragrance house, the fragrance has been compared to Initio Side Effect and Bvlgari Black. It’s a smoky, velvety concoction of sandalwood, vetiver, and patchouli. I don’t have bottom, heart, or top notes unfortunately. Scent: Warm and woodsy Fragrance Setting: A cool evening wear. Sillage: 5-7 hrs There isn’t much online regarding both of these fragrances, but my experience with them is enjoyable in fragrance and sillage. These were great and solid blond buys, saving roughly $60 for both. Currently enjoying Bergamot Intense as I head out to a friend’s home for some long overdue camaraderie. For your consideration, Jean Rush Bergamot Intense and Hopificio Firenze’s Oriental Wood. As usual, your sillage may vary, fragrance discretion is advised.