Declaration changes more than any fragrance in recent memory. It starts off (to my nose) with a perfectly restrained cumin note that resembles sawdust (and not B.O.). It turns into a sweet floral where the neroli and the citrus shines through for the rest of the day. I liked it, and I respect it for originality. It’s certainly better than almost anything being pushed at the counters these days. I think it’s signature scent worthy, quite sophisticated, and would be a good addition to any collection. The bottle is original as well. I just wouldn’t buy it for myself. Update: Finished a 3ml sample today and this has become a memorable and somewhat addicting scent that I want to return to. For now I’m going to spend half the price on Tous 1920 the Origin EDP in hopes that is as similar as folks say it is. 2nd Update: I’m freaking LOVING Tous 1920 edp, but I respect this perfume so much that I might buy a bottle.

This perfume if freaking FUN. After wearing it for a day at work I think I can say it smells best on skin. On my sweater while in a walk in cooler, the lavender came through and it sat down and folded its hands politely. On skin in the heat, it smells like a fun sunny day at a family picnic horsing around outside with your cousins, brothers, dad, and uncles. It smells like celebration. It’s confident and likable. On skin it’s like warm rich honey’d pipe tobacco, a little incense, pineapple, smoke, soft clean lavender and sun. I freaking love this. I got a (newer) vintage bottle with the actual grey glass (not the painted grey glass). I don’t get animalic or pissy notes. I also don’t consider this to be a nuclear room filler, or a beast mode whatever. It’s absolutely worth a blind buy, especially if you are exploring the world of fragrance, and can appreciate different scents from different eras. This is so distinct and unique. It changes a lot too throughout its life. It’s got character and is totally original. Nothing like this is being sold today, and that makes it all the more special. Absolute 10/10 Update: It’s probably in my top three or four faves of all time. I bought a backup bottle and I never want to be without it. It’s pretty addictive. My mother in law gave me a hug and turned to my wife and said “You let him wear this to work?!?” I think it’s a banger, but I 100% wear it for myself and I don’t get any compliments on it. Miles ahead of crap like YSL Y, JPG Le Beau, MYSLF, and Burberry Hero Parfum, and basically any vague safe boring mall frag with no personality that costs way too much. Two sprays under the shirt on the bare chest and I dab my wrist on the freshly sprayed area. Update: I did yard work while wearing it a couple times and kind of regretted it. It can get a little too powdery for me at times.

Midlife crisis in a bottle. “Hey mister, what cologne is that?” “Uhhh…it’s a Carolina Herrera fragrance.” “What’s it called?” looks around……………………………… “bad…….boy”.

Long lasting? Check. Get’s picked up on by those around you? Check. Smells nice? Check. Projection? check. For a man my age? Ehhh. Probably better suited for 16-25.

Not a bad perfume, but not at all indicative of my personality, or the vibe I want to put out in the world. To me it smells like an older man’s choice who is trying to get the club girls to notice him. It’s well made, but I don’t think it has a personality. Looking for compliments? I wouldn’t know, I washed it off when I got home. I will say this. Listening to the Jeremy Fragrances of the community, and searching for fragrances to be used as tools to seduce women, is not only cringey, it will leave you unhappy. Wearing something that is popular, but doesn’t reflect your unique personality, is a recipe for disappointment. You never want to wear something you don’t like all day. It may project, the sillage may be great, blah blah blah, but if you don’t feel comfortable or confident already, it won’t do for you what you think it will. If the person you’re trying to attract loves it, then it’s even worse. Then you’re stuck with it, and you are forced to keep wearing it. Like a guy wearing ripped jeggings who has a dad bod. Be yourself. PS. Don’t smell this on an empty stomach. It won’t make you hungry, it’ll make you feel sick.

For me, it’s a little too modern and doesn’t blaze any new trails. Not to say it is bad in any way, just not for the adventurous enthusiast of perfumery. Sits pretty close to the skin, but it lasts a long time. Well blended and will probably garner compliments…for the person I sell it to. I’d suggest it for anyone between 16-35.

The most floral thing I’ve smelled yet in the Penguin line. Smells to me like Cerruti 1881 with the harsher woody/juniper qualities shaved off the corners. Inexpensive enough to buy a bottle if you like masculine florals. Doesn’t smell like a ton of stuff out there. Cool bottle, versatile, decent juice, good longevity, survived the shower. It can get a little cloying if oversprayed. Two does the trick.

Smells just like ice. Just kidding who says anything smells like ice? This is warm and spicy and the dry down smells a bit like Goodfellow Juniper sage something. It’s good for colder weather I’d say, not full bottle worthy. I respect the absence of sweet notes. Thank you for that. Don’t overspray, or you will likely get a headache.

A bit powdery up close (more so than I’d like it to be), but well blended, complex enough to stand out, and really nice in the air. Surprisingly great longevity and projection too. Something your uncle might wear to a family get together. It’s soft, well rounded and pleasant. Way better than Burberry Touch, which is a punishingly boring, baby powder BOMB.

Reminds me a little of a more laid back smooth version of Hugo Boss and Polo sport from the late 90’s. Really easygoing, innoffensive, and fresh. It has an addictive quality that keeps you coming back to your wrist. Projection and sillage are pretty weak though, otherwise this would be a full bottle buy.