Cologne Rabbit Hole · Brotherhood Of Scent

Cologne Rabbit Hole

Okay, this might be a little controversial.

Fascinated by the fragrance world since joining this community yesterday, I did a deep dive on several videos comparing the different levels of cologne (per perceived socio-economic level). Placing Axe and similar brands at the bottom, Chanel as mid-tier, Creed Aventus near the top, and the very top is of course Clive Christian No. 1 Passant Guardant; which comes with a diamond and gold inlay in a bottle which costs a staggering $228,000.

I digress... I just watched this video, which basically exposes how certain brands have diluted their quality (one which is basically repackaged Herbal Essences shampoo), and blind-tests with connoisseurs who are fooled by much more affordable counterparts. Many of which from the middle eastern market.

Is the video AI slop? Sure.

Is it a little pretentious? Naturally.

Will the information anger some here who have spent the money? Well, yeah...

After all, one's scent and collectability preferences is a highly personal thing.

What are your thoughts, gentlemen?

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