That was a productive day, One bottle ticked of the bucket list @arnottsdublin. Was a struggle to make a choice but finally went for the Bvlgari. Also changed my opinion of the new Sauvage extrait. Then had my nose on almost every Tom Ford not already in my collection. The Black Lacquer is very interesting.was surprised they did not have the new ombre reserve in stock. Oh and a return to @handsomescent for a new selection. I picked up a couple of their Ouds, a leather, a lemon hello and Wild Atlantic Way. Their an Irish house, they buy their oils from one of the big French suppliers. Then add the alcohol and bottle in house. .Sadly @parfumarija & @cloonkeen were closed. Will need plan better the next time 🙏

Match #42 in the second-chance bracket is a pretty easy decision for me: Chanel Antaeus versus Montblanc Explorer Platinum. Chanel Antaeus (1981, created by Jacques Polge) is unapologetically masculine and doesn't make any attempt to soften its edges. It's a bold, old-school blend of woods, patchouli, leather, oakmoss, and spices. Strong, earthy, and full of character, it's definitely a fragrance that announces itself. Montblanc Explorer Platinum (2023, created by Bruno Jovanovic) is much lighter in style, although certainly not weak. Cedar, clary sage, and violet leaf give it a fresh, green, woody character that's pleasant and easy to wear. I like it well enough, but within the Explorer family, I'd reach for the original before Platinum. And that makes today's elimination fairly straightforward. Explorer Platinum is a perfectly enjoyable fragrance, but Antaeus has considerably more depth, personality, and presence. Chanel Antaeus survives and moves on in the second-chance bracket, while Montblanc Explorer Platinum is eliminated from the tournament.

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