Which fragrance house or brand would you never buy because they don't suit you or your skin chemistry? It could even be that you don’t agree with their work ethic or history of shady actions, a good reason now to want to indulge in their fragrance. Please share, we would love to hear your opinion.

Hey guys, anyone got recommendations for natural cologne? My wife and I are making sure we’re using non-toxic products. I have no idea about cologne. I normally just go off my amazing natural scent… but not everyone agrees it’s amazing lol 😂

Good morning gentlemen, Lately I have seen many of our experienced fragrance connoisseurs who have posted spreadsheets and made examples that have broken down their fragrance collection from seasons, how often they wear them on a rotating basis, and some even by temperature of when to wear what. So my question for the experience fragrance enthusiasts, do you ever match fragrance with what you are wearing ? I don’t mean just by season or temperatures but by the style of clothing, or maybe even the color of clothing? And if so how do you determine what would go best?

Perfume houses are generally classified based on their brand identity, production scale, target audience, and distribution channels. The main categories are Designer, Niche, Indie, and sometimes an overarching "Luxury" tier, though the lines between these categories have blurred significantly in recent years. Here are the primary classifications of perfume houses: - Designer: These fragrances are produced by major fashion houses (e.g., Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Prada) as an extension of their main brand portfolio.Focus: Designer scents aim for mass-market appeal and are often trend-driven, versatile, and easy to like. They are developed to be crowd-pleasers with broad demographic appeal and availability: They are mass-produced and widely available in department stores, beauty retailers like Sephora, and online shops. Marketing: These brands rely on large marketing budgets, glossy advertising campaigns, and celebrity endorsements. Price: Generally more affordable than niche options due to economies of scale in production. - Niche: Niche houses focus primarily, or solely, on the art of perfumery itself, rather than being part of a larger fashion or lifestyle brand.Focus: Niche brands emphasize creativity, artistry, complexity, and unique scent profiles that might not appeal to everyone but are treasured by enthusiasts. They often use higher-quality, rarer, or unconventional ingredients. Availability: Historically, they were available only in specialized boutiques or high-end perfumeries, making them more exclusive. However, many have been acquired by large corporations (like LVMH or Estée Lauder) and are now found in major department stores alongside designer brands. Marketing often relies more on word-of-mouth and the story behind the scent than mass advertising. Price: Niche fragrances typically have a higher price point due to limited production, artisanal methods, and premium ingredients. - Indie (Independent): Indie houses are a subcategory of niche that are smaller and truly independently owned, often with the founder or a single perfumer (nose) responsible for the creations.Focus: They represent the most artistic and experimental end of the spectrum, with maximum creative freedom and limited commercial pressure.Availability: These are the most exclusive in distribution, often sold only directly from their website or a handful of specialized online retailers.Price: Prices can vary widely but are often premium, reflecting the small scale of production and ingredient cost. - Luxury/Artisan: These terms often overlap with high-end niche or exclusive designer lines. "Artisan" generally implies products that are handcrafted in-house in smaller batches, while "luxury" points to the highest tier of price, exclusivity, and ingredient quality (e.g., Clive Christian or exclusive lines like Dior Privée). 

Hey everyone, I’ve been getting more serious about collecting lately and wanted to hear from people who’ve been in the game longer than I have. Besides the bottles themselves, what accessories or tools do you consider essential for a smooth (and enjoyable) fragrance-collecting experience? I’m thinking things like storage, decanting, organization, travel items, maintenance, etc.—but I’m open to anything you’ve found useful. What are your must-have accessories, and why? Any specific brands or products you swear by would be awesome too.