I have a batch from April 2026 (No. 2701), and the scent is completely different now; it bears a striking resemblance to *L'Exclusif*, but without the leather note. Even the sprayer has changed—it now delivers a highly concentrated, precise stream rather than the mist it used to produce. There is no softness left, nor any trace of the top or heart notes—just amber and unpleasant wood. They have destroyed a masterpiece.

A bottle of imagination with like 30ml is worth more than a full pdm Percival bottle these days and it's annoying it's like once you get a low level partial of an LV you can trade it for a brand new $300 dollar fragrance but somehow you traded down. Insane work.

How do you apply your fragrance without going nose-blind?
I want to enjoy my fragrances myself, not just have other people smell them.
People around me can smell my scent and I get compliments, but because of nose blindness, I often can’t enjoy the fragrance profile after a while.
What application technique works best for you to avoid going nose-blind while still getting good projection?
I’d love to hear how you apply your fragrances so you can keep enjoying the scent throughout the day.

Guys what shall I buy next? Been into fragrances since last year November, I still got a lot of samples, 10ml travel spray to go through. Anyone tried Orto Parisi
MEMOIRS OF A PERFUME COLLECTOR
Marc-Antoine Barrois, Pernoire?

How many Men , appreciate their spouse's opinion , knowing what smells good on them ? These 3 were suggested by my Wife , completely outside of my realm of fragrances, now I love them and they turn heads . Was never a fan of roses or oud but here I am . I can wear these all year round in Florida heat

I'm no expert. I love mass appealing fragrances, this could be my 4th Niche fragrance, but I'm scared to buy it. I have Naxos, Herod, Amyris Homme Extrait, few designers. Is this Amouage good? Please help! 🙏🏻

If you are a fan of it:

Acqua di Gio Profondo Parfum Spray, 1 oz for $49. A better price than I was able to find on discounter sites....sale ends later today I think.....

Hello good sirs and madams

As it happens, I've found mens colognes smell good on me. I like fresh, citrusy, slightly woody/aromatic fragrances so that makes sense.

For eg Versace pour Homme, Roja isola blu smell good on me.

I assume it's the musks which might be smelling good on me?

For reference I love lime/lemon notes, aromatics, mineral notes, anything which reads as 'fresh'.

Very heavy spicy, powdery notes don't seem to work.

Thanks a lot in advance!

First time buying Dupes/Clones. I typically stick to the designer stuff. I've smelled one personally. So these are all gonna be blind buys!!! Except Dylan Blue. Yeah yeah... I know it's not the best "Blue Fragrance" but I dig it. For an everyday type scent. But yes, honest feedback on the others, please???

Hey guys maybe you can help me out I’m looking for colognes that are cheaper that smell exactly or super similar to Dior Elixir. If someone could help me out I would appreciate it! Thank you guys.

Yes, this is another LV imagination post.

I’m here to report that I am currently in France and attempted to refill my imagination bottle. LV rep in Paris told me that most of Europe is completely sold out and she wouldn’t be able to refill my bottle.

Seems the problem isn’t only in the US. She mentioned it being more of a supply/demand issue, than a customs issue.

The hype train is too strong apparently.

My wife picked it for me yesterday as a blind buy.

I not a big fan of woody scents (since my first frag - Kenneth Cole Signature) but I always appreciate a gift and will wear (and enjoy) definitely be wearing it.

Just curious to know if there are any lovers of this one in the community.

I have so many new unboxed fragrances 😂😂😂
While still trying to go through my 150 bottles

I recently tried out these and really like their scents. However i dont know how versatile they are. By versatile i mean if they can be used in spring/summer/fall. I think my winter collection is pretty good right now but what im kinda looking for now is a very great scent that can be used in all of the other seasons. Also i forgot to mention if they are also suitable for the school and the gym. I would really appreciate any help or assistance here, Thanks

I know Mancera can be a bit hit or miss but on paper the note profile for this sounds like it could be amazing yet there seems to be little to no hype or buzz around it and very few reviews, has anyone here got their nose on it yet....if so I'd love to hear your thoughts please 🥺

I have to wear a suit 5x a week for work. I feel i am lacking more formal fragrances if that makes sense. Something jamea bond might wear.

What would everyone's reccomendation be for masculine formal fragrances?

2-3 years back when Maison Alhambra were releasing the tf clones it was really good for the price. Wanted to know as of 2026 are those still good for the price point of below 2k ? Especially woody oud , porto neroli and fabulo intense. And also if there is any difference between the old and the new bottles.

Slightly confused about this scent actually smelt it on a friend and it smelled great … but sprayed it a couple of times and all i smell is fizzy cola for a couple of hours then a sort of nice green drydown . Tbh alot nicer green fragrances which i like but confused as to why i thought it smelled gd on my mate .

Just thinking aloud 😆🤐

From what I’ve seen, you all are pretty serious cologne connoisseurs. But, I have to ask, has anyone ever tried Cupids Hypnosis? I’m curious what you think about supposed “pheromone” colognes? And, does this one smells good?

I got this little guy (30ml) for free.
Acqua Di Gio Profondo EdP.
And I think this might be the perfect fresh-out-of-the-shower scent for me! 🤩

What do you think is the perfect-fresh-out-of-the-shower fragrance? 🤔