The Five Fragrances of 2011 You Should Remember

Posted on December 29, 2011 | 9 Comments

Here we are, waiting for 2011 to end and anticipating all that 2012 will bring. As I reflect on what has occurred, I’m reminded of how blessed I am. Another year of good health and family is enough but 2011 also gave me a chance to spread my fragrant wings and for that, I’m grateful. Thank you Complex, Men’s Health and Antenna magazines for allowing me to share my views with your readers. (The Winter issue of Antenna recently came out and will be posted in the coming days.) Continue reading →

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Philips Norelco SensoTouch 3D 1250XCC

Posted on December 19, 2011 | 1 Comment

As a young man, my father always told me never put a straight razor on my face. He said it would make the hair grow back faster and thicker. Myth or not, I never did put one on my face until my first professional shave at Martial Vivot. It was the closest shave I ever experienced. Continue reading →

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Travel Essentials

Posted on December 15, 2011 | 2 Comments

I recently took a trip to the beautiful island of St. Thomas for a conference. In preparing for the journey, I decided I didn’t want to check my luggage and that presented all sorts of challenges. There’s the thoughts of what to wear when complicated temperature difference. And then there’s the cosmetic issue. For some guys, that’s the least of their problems. But when you like to smell good, you appreciate companies that can accommodate the TSA’s travel restrictions. On this particular trip, I took with me Atelier Cologne’s Bois Blonds and Aroma M’s Geisha Green. Both served me well. They have lasting power, and are quite versatile. Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesdays

Posted on December 14, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Aventus by Creed

Posted on November 24, 2011 | 2 Comments


I am a fragrance enthusiast. No biggie, right? Well, that right there often places me in the pot of, “what scent do I wear today.” For those with a signature scent, you wear the same thing everyday. I like variety and sometimes I suffer from indecision. As one of the often used twitter hashtags go, that’s #firstworldproblems. Take for instance, however, Thanksgiving – what do I wear to a family gathering? Do I go modern and rock something I love but is untraditional in my book like Rose 31 by Le Labo or Cereus 11 by Cereus? Or do I keep it traditional with something like Sartorial by Pennhaligon’s or Sandalwood Vert by Fresh? (Sorry, no link. I’m holding onto the few drops I have until they bring it back…if they ever do.) Continue reading →

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Holiday Details

Posted on November 22, 2011 | Leave a comment


Well, here we are, another holiday season is upon us. Floors will be swept and mopped with just a tad-bit more care. “Honey can you…” will fill the air. And the laughter of friends and family will remind us all how blessed we are.  Continue reading →

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Cuirs by Carner Barcelona

Posted on November 15, 2011 | 4 Comments

A few months back, I mentioned one of the standout fragrances I discovered at the Elements Showcase was Carner Barcelona’s Cuirs. It’s spicy, virile and unmistakably masculine. Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesdays

Posted on November 9, 2011 | Leave a comment


Joseph William “Joe” Frazier aka Smokin Joe

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Le Labo City Exclusives

Posted on November 1, 2011 | Leave a comment

Back in 2009, I happily found myself in Paris and one of the many things I had to do was visit Colette in search of Le Labo’s Vanille 44. Back then, it was the only way I could get my hands on this creation and I’m happy I did. I’m still rocking it and it remains one of my go-to rainy day scents. (Never mind that date on the bottle. Mine is still going strong.) Continue reading →

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Good Read…I had fun with this one

Posted on October 31, 2011 | Leave a comment


The last few months have been kind to Fragrant Moments. First there was Complex magazine, and now Men’s Health. When its Fashion and Grooming Editor, Brian Boye, gave me a call and said he wanted my contribution on this story he was working on for the November issue, I was awe-struck. I’ve known him for years and I admire his work and I read the magazine, regularly. And while I’ve worked with him on the yearly Grooming Awards, it still felt special. I’m passionate about fragrances and opening my readers eyes to the many options out there. So its nice when I’m asked to contribute elsewhere. Anyhow, I hope you guys learn something but the bottom line is you’ve got to get in the stores and sample.

Thanks for the opportunity Brian. Let’s do it again.

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