Gucci Pour Homme 2008 (Discontinued) $40 Yes, at the local pharmacy. It was the only bottle they had. They told me it was found hidden somewhere and they put it on sale, and nobody paid attention to it, until I discovered. Fragrantica has the 2003 version photo called Gucci by Gucci Pour Homme, but the fragrance first lounged in 1976. The scent profile it’s amazing, doesn’t feel dated at all, but definitely mature for most noses nowadays. I’m so excited for being able to find this one at a great price.

Another no brainer from the Lidl owned G. Bellini line. A buget friendly option no doubtetly inspired by the extremely popular BDC, in particular the edt version. Although this is said to be an edp concentration, it's scent profiles matches Chanels edt the best. This Woody Aromatic was another 2017 release. The opening is sharp, zesty & spicy, providing an immediate clean & citrusy blast, with top notes of Bergamot, Mandarin & Pepper. At its core there is Lavender, Cardamom & Mint. As it settles, it takes on a more herbal and aromatic character. The mint provides a cooling sensation, while the cardamom adds a touch of warmth. The dry-down is predominantly woody and slightly resinous, thanks to the combination of Amber & Cedarwood which give it that masculine backbone. So although it is missing that complex incense note found in the original, it does a good job at capturing the blue DNA! that fresh, versatile, mass-appealing vibe. Again for less than the price of a cup of coffee, your getting almost 5hrs on skin. It has a moderate projection for about 90min. After which it sits closer to the skin. This works in the office, at the gym, for casual daytime outings, and even for semi-formal evening events.Best suited for Spring and Summer, though the woody base allows it to hold up well in Autumn. Incredible price; high versatility; captures the blue DNA, a safe blind buy. My Rating 6.5/10 Scent 2.5 Longevity 1.5 Sillage 1.5 Y/N 1

Blind Barber began as a unique concept—a barbershop with a hidden bar tucked away behind the last chair. Since its inception, the brand has expanded to several cities and evolved from grooming essentials to include a fragrance line. I was first intrigued by their scents when @Robb Linnemann-Silverberg introduced us to Shinjuku Mood. Fortunately, Ulta recently began carrying the line in-store, allowing me to sample them in person. The 50 ml bottles retail for $98, and I found two of the three offerings to be full-bottle worthy. Speakeasy This is a sexy, "date night" fragrance. It opens with a fresh bergamot that smoothly transitions into a warm, creamy base. • Top Notes: Lavandin Oil, Bergamot • Mid Notes: Signature Tonka, Violet, Davana • Dry Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk Shinjuku Mood I can see why this is Robb’s go-to weekend scent. The combination of black tea and cypress is incredibly unique and stands out from any other "tea freshies" I’ve tried. • Top Notes: Black Currant, Black Tea, Cypress • Mid Notes: Lavender Absolute, Resins • Dry Notes: Cedarwood, Suede, Birch Tar Only You, Babe Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. While it features an interesting red plum and star anise profile with a sweet, leathery dry down, I couldn't get past the strong licorice note in the opening. • Top Notes: Star Anise, Red Plum • Mid Notes: Clove Leaf, Saffiano • Dry Notes: Sandalwood, Musk Final Verdict: I walked away with both Shinjuku Mood and Speakeasy. I’ll provide a more detailed update on their performance and longevity once I’ve had the chance to wear them out.