FRAGRANCE SPLITS - *SEPTEMBER 2022*

Passenger wrote: »

Are you still doing a split in its original bottle/box, Pat?

Provisionally gone I'm afraid.

New email list coming tomorrow morning, including a brand new release from Creed - keep an eye on your inboxes!

FRAGRANCE SPLITS - MAY 2021:



Bottle sizes
Glass bottles: 10ml, 25 / 30 ml (same bottle), 50ml. NB: new batch of 10ml glass bottles I've started using actually hold slightly less, about 9.6ml - apologies.
Plastic bottles: 10ml, 20ml.

Note: I am currently phasing out the glass 10ml bottles in favour of plastic ones which I feel are superior (even if they don't look as nice).

Note 20ml splits are available in plastic bottles only


"Open splits" need to get a minimum number of people signed up to go ahead.


Shipping
Courier: €12.50 for up to 5 or 6 bottles depending on size. This option must be used for glass bottles.
An Post: €4.50 - only available for plastic bottles (10 / 20ml). Max seven 10ml or three 20ml bottles. Not tracked or insured!

Full payment details will be provided by PM / email - I take Revolut, bank transfer, or PayPal.


Creed Price Rise
Creed implemented a major price rise on 1st April so prices will be on the up across the board. Viking Cologne below reflects new pricing as it’s released after that date. Original Vetiver and Original Santal are old (cheap….ish!)
pricing so grab them while you can – I have one bottle of each on the way. I’ll try to pick up some more releases for next month if I can.
Aventus - last two 50ml bottles left at the old price of €85 for 50ml......when they’re gone it’s ~€95!



I also have the following available in hand as of 5/5/21:

Creed - Aventus: €85 per 50ml. Last two left before the big Creed price rise! It's ~€95 when they're gone.
Serge Lutens - Gris Clair: €15 for 10ml, €27.50 for 20ml, €39.50 for 30ml, or €55 for 50ml in original 100ml bottle/box.
Simone Andreoli - Sunplosion: Aloha State of Mind: brand new summer fragrance from the Malibu mastermind: mango, guava, lime, coconut - fruity! €21.50 for 10ml - last one.
Boucheron - Jaipur Homme eau de parfum: Highly rated classic masculine....and cheap to boot. €9 for 10ml - last one.
Amouage – Beloved Man: Lighter than usual from Amouage. €22 for 10ml, €43 for 20ml, €62 for 30ml, or €94 for 50ml in the original 100ml bottle and box.
Armani / Prive – Bois d’Encens: €22 for 10ml - last one.
Missoni - Pour Homme EdP: Fresh and masculine - a modern clssic. €12.50 for 10ml, or €23 for 20ml. 20ml left.
Dior - Fahrenheit Parfum: The 90s legend reborn in a stronger Parfum concentration, but perhaps easier to wear due to reduced petrol note. €17.50 for 10ml, or €33 for 20ml. 20ml left.
Kilian - Straight to Heaven: Boozy masculine from super pricey French house €27 for 10ml - last one. You'll find it hard to find Kilian cheaper than that!



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CREED


Viking Cologne - BRAND NEW RELEASE *in hand*
Hot off the production line, this is the brand new release from Creed. Released May 1st (next Saturday) and I already have some in hand ready to ship. Obviously there’s not much in the way of reviews yet, but I've been road testing this today and found the opening markedly different from 'original' Viking with a strong orange note, and much fresher and more summer oriented. It's drying down now and moving more toward Viking with some lovely warming spices. Note that while Viking is a male fragrance, this new version is being marketed by Creed as unisex (but still strikes male to me).
€30.50 for 10ml, €59.50 for 20ml, or €86.50 for 30ml. RRP €200 for 50ml. 50ml available.

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Original Santal *on the way*
Grab this while it's still available! Have grabbed a bottle before the recent big Creed price rise makes its way through the wash so last chance to get it at this price. Original Santal puts the emphasis more on woods (especially sandalwood) and spices (cinnamon) for slightly cooler weather. “Comically underrated crowd pleaser from Creed! Sexy, creamy, masculine, and a true powerhouse. Has some light vanilla along with bursts of yummy sandalwood and cinnamon. Performance is well above average with great projection”.
€24.50 for 10ml, €47.50 for 20ml, or €68.50 for 30ml. 40ml available.


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ACQUA DI PARMA


Colonia Club *in hand*
Spring / summer vibes from AdP as usual – little bit heartier this time, with some lavender and an all-round barbershop angle with green and mint. Old school. Listed as unisex but I can’t see too many women wearing it – definitely hits more masculine.
€24.50 for 20ml or €34 for 30ml, or €51 for 50ml.

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ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH


Fierce Cologne *in hand*
I debated over this one as it’s a bit mainstream but the many great reviews, even from fragrance snobs, convinced me in the end. Typical designer cues here in the vein of Bleu de Chanel and Sauvage etc – good for clubbing (remember that?) and general wear. Touches a bit young for an old curmudgeon like myself, but if you’re young – or young at heart – this may be for you.
€25.50 for 20ml, €36 for 30ml, or €54 for 50ml.

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PHILIPP PLEIN


No Limit$ *in hand*
More designer juice here, although I’ve no idea who Philipp Plein is. Given the bottle design (yes, that pic is the bottle – sprayer is in the ‘chip’!) I suspect he’s not a shy and retiring type. The fragrance itself is actually a lot better than I was expecting – sure there’s a designer vibe, but there’s definite added oomph with spices; this is actually fairly original. Created by Alberto Morillas who has an impeccable ‘nose for hire’ CV (and is rumoured to have had uncredited involvement with Aventus). Great performance with this one too.
€14.50 for 10ml, €26 for 20ml, or €36.50 for 30ml.

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA


Under the Lemon Trees *in hand*
Does what it says on the tin time here – lemon is the obvious highlight, with a supporting cast of tea, cardamon and other spices. Great summer wear. “Under The Lemon Tree is a grounded citrus fragrance that bottles the rind of citrus feel rather than the tangy tart citrus you might assume. On the dry down I get tea and musk - It's so good. It's clean, earthy, and fresh.”
€16 for 10ml, €29.50 for 20ml, or €43 for 30ml. 30ml left.


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MANCERA


Vetiver Sensuel *in hand*
New release from Mancera, and already reviewing better than most of their lineup. Vetiver Sensuel is atypical though – instead of the usual oud / rose assault, this is much fresher, with citrus, vetiver and spices. Easy daytime wear. “With Vetiver Sensuel you get a clean, bright, and masculine vetiver that isn't overly herbal or hay-like. This scent is very inoffensive and has enough citrus to give it enough lightness to be uplifting without being overtly fresh or aquatic” (Fragrantica).
€15.50 for 10ml, €28.50 for 20ml, or €40.50 for 30ml. 30ml left.


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SIMONE ANDREOLI


Malibu: Party in the Bay *open split*
It’s back! The fragrance best known for out VIW-ing Creed’s own Virgin Island Water. Like VIW on steroids, this has the booze and coconut, but sweeter and with an almost Calyppo ice pop vibe. Big summer favourite and difficult to find in stock at times it’s selling so well.
€21.50 for 10ml, €40.50 for 20ml, or €59 for 30ml.



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L’OCCITANE


Eau des Baux *in hand*
It may come from the humble L’Occitane stable, but Eau des Baux is one of those cheapies that always seems to pop up in “Best fragrance for…..” threads on fragrance forums. It’s easy to see why – this is a very pleasant wear with cypress and smoke given some pop by cardamon and pink pepper. Sadly the venerable 100ml bottles have now been replaced by 75ml, but no corresponding reduction in price. “Warm and rich, but not too sweet. Brisk cold weather profile which smells of quality and very natural, not coming off synthetic to my nose. Fairly resinous and quite noticable projection.”
€12 for 10ml, €22 for 20ml, €31.50 for 30ml, or €37.50 for 45ml in the original 75ml bottle and box.
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Here's the brand new Viking Cologne from Creed - in hand, ready to ship (think I'm the first splitter in Europe anyway that can say that). The red of the original Viking is gone in favour of a new orange look - likely due to the prominent orange note in the opening. This is really quite a versatile 'all day' fragrance - quite fresh and zingy for the first few hours, becoming more spicy and warm (akin to the original Viking) later in the development. I'm a big Viking fan and this is a really complementary flanker - unlike Aventus Cologne which some would say is too close to the original to warrant a separate purchase, this is different enough to its parent not to be redundant while still retaining some familiarity. I don't know what Creed are playing at with the names though - both Viking Cologne and Aventus Cologne are eaux de parfum, and different products from the colognes Viking and Aventus......they really could have thought it through better!

New list gone out by email this afternoon!

Mc Love wrote: »

All looks great Pat but my life wouldnt be worth living if I bought one! My Rasputin is nearly gone, and its a great fragrance

Rasputin is a banger alright. I have looked at getting more Swedoft in, but their sudden popularity has led to a steep rise in their prices!

Martin maloney wrote: »

Pat,
Any sign of Mousse illummee on the horizon?

Not at the moment. Rogue Perfumery have jacked up their prices big time, and the increasing focus on VAT, Customs duty etc means more packages being caught = possibly prohibitive cost!

Seamu$ wrote: »

Hi Pat,

Is the Aventus available in a 20ml plastic atomiser?

Thanks!

No, just 50ml usually as I get it in 500ml flacons normally.

adox wrote: »

Hi Pat,

Both arrived in one piece today. Packed to survive and earthquake as usual!

Getting some funny looks in the office here in work. I wore in Black Phantom and now have some Beloved Man on my left had and Fahrenheit Parfum on my right hand.

The Amouge is the most un-amouage I have smelled from the house but I expected that. Weird having a "freshie" from them.

The Fahrenheit brings me right back although Im liking the slightly different direction the parfum has taken from the original.

Both good choices alright!

shutterclick wrote: »

Hi Pat, I've never done this before (well, I have through my brother)
Do you still have the Maison Margiela – Under the Lemon Trees
And the mugler cologne?
Would take both

Yes, good for both. I'm on holidays in Wexford at the moment so will give you a shout at the weekend if that's ok.

Mc Love wrote: »

A friend of mine was asking if you are going to be getting any at the barbers in?

No current plans for that one, unless I come across a bargain!

Not an ideal update to be fair! I'll have a new email list next few weeks - kinda taking things easy currently!

Spice and Wood not currently on the agenda for those that asked (I'd quote but there's no multiquote!), but will let you know if I spot a bargain (they're getting very rare these days though....).

Well down I'd presume! Not much can be done about it I guess.....