Please educate me. For years (like decades almost) I wore one cologne and one cologne only until they stopped making it (I didn’t know and couldn’t stock up before it was gone and it haunts me to this day). Since I can no longer wear it and have gone through the last of it minus a small bottle I only use on VERY special occasions. I’ve been trying and buying new scents. The old scent I wore was middle of the road in price and I can go on forever about how much I loved it, but I’ve found many new scents now that cover the spectrum in terms of price and I can’t seem to tell one from another in the price justification. My question now is this, I’ve tried Dior and other expensive colognes and I don’t find them to last longer or require less than other cheap fragrances that cost 1/5 to 1/3 of the price. So if the scent is attractive and it smells good on your skin and lasts etc. what’s the benefit of buying high end scents? I understand it with shoes, clothes for nicer construction, fit, and fabrics, and even watches (to a certain extent) but not with scents. Can anyone educate me as to what I don’t know or maybe I’m missing to spend more on different more pricey or luxury brands of colognes? Is there a reason or should I just save my money and buy cheaper options if it’s still “good” I’m interested to hear your thoughts. This may be an area I’m uneducated.

I liked the double monks that I got from TLB so much that I bought a pair of wingtips too. 207 artistas, they’re beautiful! If you’ve considered a pair, jump!

OK, so by introducing yourself you are guaranteed to get to level 2 - it's really that easy and I LOVE learning more about the cool people in this group. Feel free to share where you're from, why you're here, what you do for a living, and what you like about style. Are you a watch guy, suit guy, fragrance guy, or maybe just getting started? Have fun here!

I’m looking for a pair of brown, laced shoes to pair with chinos (typically khaki, olive green, and dark blue). What are your recommendations? I’ve tried Thursdays Executive but found the toe too squared, and the chairman, but found them too dressy. I’d like to stay around $300, but could go up in price for the right pair. Some other wishes: laced (no loafers), medium to dark brown, leather sole and welt construction.

Today I want to Share some of My suede shoes 😎 🍀 👌 ☕