Scent suggestions?

[UnderMyKilt]

Hi folks, I'm looking for input from both men and women on suggestions for a new scent, cologne or eau de toilette, for myself.

I've been alternating between the same three scents for decades, Calvin Klein Escape, Calvin Klein Eternity, and Drakkar Noir. As my 60th birthday approaches, I've made positive changes in diet and physical activity, and I'm once again sporting a fit and trim physique. I'd like to try a new scent to go with my new outlook.

Women, what do you like to smell on men? Men, what do you like to smell on yourself and, if so inclined, on other men? To give you an idea as to my wife's tastes, of the three scents noted above she prefers the Drakkar Noir because it has a "hint of Patchouli" which kind of reminds us of our Patchouli scented youth.

On edit, I thought I'd mention that Aramis is off the table. I wore it through much of my marriage to my first wife and there's too much baggage associated with the scent.

Thanks in advance.

 

[blowit]

I like to use Chanel Antaeus Pour Homme. Smells nice I think.
I also very much love the scent of Patchouli but can't seem to find it anymore. I might have to give Drakkar Noir a look.

 

[live4thebj]

I found while something smells great, it doesn't always smell great on you. Learned there is a body chemistry to the smell. So before you commit, smell it on you; not just the stick!

 

[UnderMyKilt]

I found while something smells great, it doesn't always smell great on you. Learned there is a body chemistry to the smell. So before you commit, smell it on you; not just the stick!

Oh...always. If I can, and if available, I try to get the tiny sample vials that are often available at the larger retailers like Nordstrom and Macy's so I can try them for few days before laying down the money for a larger bottle.

 

[UnderMyKilt]

I like to use Chanel Antaeus Pour Homme. Smells nice I think.
I also very much love the scent of Patchouli but can't seem to find it anymore. I might have to give Drakkar Noir a look.

Interesting you should mention that since the description of the Chanel Antaeus Pour Homme, as noted below, mentions the presence of patchouli. The only thing that might make me reluctant is the mention of lime as I've never liked lime in a fragrance.

Antaeus is the name of ancient Greek demigod. Strong, like a god, and gentle as a man, Antaeus belongs to those perfumes of expressed individuality and strong character which emphasize masculinity, what was a trend in 1980-ies. Myrtle and sage, lime and thyme have united to give the fragrance a special freshness and masculine character. The fragrance is warming up and becomes intensive at the end due to patchouli, sandalwood and labdanum in the base. Sharp animalistic nuance is brought in by the notes of castoreum and leather.

The top notes include lemon, lime, coriander, myrtle, clary sage, and bergamot. The heart is composed of thyme, basil, rose and jasmine, while the base of patchouli, castoreum, labdanum, and oak moss. The perfume was created by Jacques Polge in 1981.

Typical type-a personality, and as is the case with anything I do or buy, I've been researching my choices thoroughly. In that regard I found many sources of patchouli oil, and scent preparations that are largely patchouli, just by using a search engine.

I also found this resource which I find to be quite intriguing and am considering several of these scents....in addition to your Chanel Antaeus Pour Homme, because of their patchouli component.

GQ: What is Patchouli?

 

[hylas_]

Here's some of my faves. Don't think any of them contain Patchouli, but anyway:

Wonderwood by CdG - My favourite wood, really wonderful. Very masculine!
Hinoki by CdG - No, wait, this is my favourite wood... fantastic pine fragrance.

Ocean Wet Wood by DSquared2 - My favourite summer fragrance, great aquatic and wood combination.

Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf - Quite sweet, and just on the border of being "too much", but on the right side of that border.

Cologne by Mugler and L'Eau D'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyaki - Granted, those two are extremely common. But I think there's a good reason for that. Both are just really pleasant and easy to wear. Cologne is a vetiver, L'Eau D'Issey is an aquatic/citrus.

Amazingreen by CdG - This one's a bit strange, and the name's a bit misleading. It's really more of a off-kilter aquatic than a green scent. But it has really grown on me, and it's possibly my single favourite fragrance at the moment.

 

[Sheana_V]

Some of my favorite notes on men are: Whiskey, Leather, Licorice, Iron

 

[yukonnights]

I use a Patchouli & Sweet Orange mixture. I know, not much help since you already use a Patchouli yourself