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Questions for Marcelo Oillataguerre
Hey guys, Joe A. here with another one for ya’! So this next meetup is a pretty cool opportunity to talk with @Marcelo Oillataguerre , aka, The Niche Fragrance Collector, and since time will be limited, I personally don’t want to waste the moment asking the usual ā€œwhat’s your favorite fragrance?ā€ type of questions! Don’t get me wrong, favorite scent questions are fun. We all love hearing what someone with a serious nose reaches for. But when you’re talking to someone who has smelled deep into the niche world, traveled through a lot of brands, explored different styles and built a real point of view around fragrance, I think the better question is not just 'what do you like?' It’s more like 'how do you think about fragrance now?' Right now, one question I’m leaning toward is this: ----------ā€œWith niche fragrance becoming more mainstream and more expensive, what separates a truly artistic niche release from one that is just wearing the "costume" of niche?ā€---------- That one interests me because we are living in a strange fragrance era. Everything is ā€œexclusive,ā€ everything is ā€œextrait,ā€ everything has a dramatic bottle, a moody campaign and a price tag that looks like it comes with a monthly payment plan. But does that automatically make it art? Or are some brands just throwing on a velvet jacket and charging admission? The other question I’m considering is: ----------ā€œAfter smelling as much as you have, what has changed the most about your own taste over the years?ā€---------- Because honestly, that might be the real collector question. Most of us start this hobby chasing compliments, performance, hype or whatever bottle the algorithm keeps shoving in our faces. But over time, your nose changes. Your patience changes. Your standards change. Sometimes the fragrance you've ignored two years ago becomes the one that finally makes sense! What say you, guys? If you only had a few minutes with a serious niche fragrance reviewer, what would you ask? Would you go for something practical, like underrated houses and buying advice, or would you ask something deeper about artistry, taste and the direction of the hobby? Conversely, what is one fragrance reviewer question you are absolutely tired of hearing? Love to hear from ya'!
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SOTD: Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa
I’ve been letting Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa sit on my shelf for quite a while now, trying to decide how I truly feel about it. Released in early 2024, this fragrance was a highly anticipated follow-up to the massive success of the original Asad. It was crafted by the renowned perfumer Fanny Bal, which initially gave me high hopes. When I first smelled it in the store, the coconut note gave off a "Le Beau" vibe that piqued my interest, but after bringing it home, the experience became a bit more complicated. It’s a complete departure from the DNA of the original, and even after letting the bottle macerate for months, I’m still not entirely convinced it’s the right fit for my collection. The scent journey is a bit of a rollercoaster. It kicks off with a very sharp, almost aggressive opening of black pepper and lavender that hits the nose hard, though thankfully that initial sting burns away relatively fast. As it transitions into the heart, the fragrance transforms into a creamy, coastal experience driven by a prominent coconut water note mixed with sea salt and a touch of iris. The dry down is where it settles into its final form—a mix of smooth vanilla and a lingering incense. While the salt and creaminess make it unique, there is a specific herbal-spicy quality to the blend that feels a bit polarizing compared to the mass-appeal sweetness I expected. In terms of performance, it’s a bit of a mixed bag for me. It doesn’t scream off the skin; the projection is relatively intimate, and the longevity is moderate, lasting around 5 to 6 hours before becoming a faint skin scent. Because of that salty, tropical profile, it is definitely best suited for the high heat of summer or casual daytime wear during a beach holiday. It’s a "vacation in a bottle" type of scent, but it lacks the punch and versatility of the original Asad. While I appreciate the brand trying something bold and different, I find myself reaching for the Bourbon flanker much more often when I want something with real character.
SOTD: Asad Zanzibar by Lattafa
Luna Rossa Carbon EDT by Prada
Wearing this fresh spicy for today, very well blended & modern, suited more for daytime wear but also can be worn at night. Very versatile fragrance, you can wear it to the office, for running errands, casual activities and for the gym. Have you tried the new Luna Rossa Carbon EDP? If you have, do you see yourself buying it? I tried it and I liked it. Have a good one Gents!
Luna Rossa Carbon EDT by Prada
Your favorite clone houses
My wins on theclone houses are from the middle east because some of them they make it last longer than the original expansive fragrances whether the designer or niche and middle east house are my wins. What clone houses are your wins?
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