I am a huge soccer fan, so the World Cup was a big deal in my home. Naturally, when Alexandria Fragrances announced their World Cup collection, you can imagine my excitement! They featured 12 different fragrances representing 11 countries—the USA, Mexico, Spain, Brazil, Germany, Egypt, Morocco, Colombia, Portugal, France, and Argentina, plus "One World." I decided to buy two that sounded interesting: Let’s Go Mexico and Let’s Go Egypt. They are actually pretty good, but I was really hoping for original creations. Instead, it seems like one is a clone and the other is a hybrid. Let’s Go Mexico: In my opinion, this turned out to be a clone of Roja Elysium. It’s a great, easy-going "dumb reach" summer blue scent. Perfect for the San Antonio heat, but unfortunately, it wasn't anything new for my collection. Let’s Go Egypt: This one is a bit more interesting. To me, it feels like a hybrid of Creed Aventus and Xerjoff Naxos. It opens with that sweet, juicy Aventus vibe and quickly transitions into honey and subtle tobacco. The combination actually works really well, but unfortunately, I already own plenty of fragrances with this type of DNA (both originals and inspirations). I’m not sure if I’ll keep them both, or if I’ll eliminate them from my collection, Much like the countries they represent were eliminated before becoming champions.

Up front I’ve got Sol de Janeiro Cheiroso 7 and 10, their first two scents made with guys in mind but still fun and unisex. 7 is cozy and spicy, like a little snack with a kick, and 10 is brighter and more tropical perfect lazy grab‑and‑go spray. Behind them, the Commodity Bold kit, Commodity Moss and Heretic discovery set are my playground for big, room‑filling scents and cleaner, plant‑based blends. And the Zaharoff trio Soul Elixir, Seraphim Khus and Seraphim Musk bring all the depth and main‑character energy for when I want something rich and a bit spiritual.