Tonight's selection was specifically chosen in honor of my friend and brother @Thomas Chavez and his new status in this community as a Level 9. In my opinion, this selection exemplifies the essense that I believe is personified by our fellow brother and gentleman. It is a classy, timeless and pleasing fragrance that has endured and has been appreciated for decades. We all know the name Lalique as the pinnacle and benchmark in the fine crystal industry. We also know that Lalique does not play off the status of their name as others have, but instead simply focuses on providing top-notch quality fragrances at prices accessible to all. Lalique Pour Homme, often referred to as the "Lion" is a classic woody, aromatic fragrance launched back in 1997 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Maurice Roucel. It's a scent that embodies a sense of timeless, understated elegance and quality far exceeding its typical price point. This fragrance offers a beautiful and sophisticated journey of notes from the opening to the dry-down. The initial spray is a bright, aromatic burst of citrus and herbs. Notes like lavender, rosemary, bergamot, and mandarin provide a refreshing and slightly spicy kick that quickly transitions to the mid. The mid introduces a refined floral-woody accord. You'll find a dry, cedar mid balanced by the powdery touch of iris and maybe a little hint of jasmine. This is where the scent gains its classic, "gentlemanly" character, sometimes referred to as a "barbershop" frag. The base/dry-down is deep, warm, and comforting. It includes a blend of oakmoss, sandalwood, patchouli, vanilla, and amber for a lasting base. The vanilla is dry and ambery, not overly sweet, giving it a sense of sophistication and maturity. The overall aroma is complex. It evolves from fresh and zesty (love that word) to a dry, woody, and slightly smoky finish (my favorite) which is often compared to Creed Bois du Portugal, and much like Lailique, our brother @Thomas Chavez, both are classy yet unpretentious.

Hey BOS, have you tried this one? It's available at Fragbuy