TeeJay Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 This is an idea I have just had following deoderant discussions with my bro, Maxman... This forum is a nationally diverse, and stylistically sensitive group of individuals, and many of us have made some considerable travels over the years (some further than others ) I figure I can't be the only member who has found deoderants and aftershaves I liked while abroad, which were not available domestically, so I wondered if folks would be interested in starting the ISE: The International Scent Exchange. The plan is simplicity itself. Member A says that he wants x amount of cans of Brand Y product, available in Country Z. Member B (in Country Z) lets Member A know if it is available, and what they would want in order to 'hook a brother up'... Now, I know that this is a very generous community, and I know that many would simply throw a few cans in the mail gratis, or maybe in exchange for some parts, but, if said deliveries were to become regular (either monthly, or in bulk) then I figure it is only fair for Member A to cover Member B's purchase and shipping costs (This isn't aimed at you, M, those cans are coming to you gratis ) and I just figured I'd put the idea out there for folks to see what they think, and if there would be any interest Accordingly, I thought people could always suggest products local to them, which they may feel will be of interest to others. I'll go first with this suggestion... The long discontinued Axe/Lynx deoderant Oriental... I have found that a 100% identical scent is available from a store in the UK called Wilkinson, sold as a homebrand deoderant under the name Cyclone. I forget the costs off the top of my head, but they are currently doing an offer, 2 cans for £1.20. So, what do you think, amigos? A group venture worth pursuing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 I personally think you just might be on to something here T...Im all for It. I also would like to hear what other members think of your Idea/concept. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted November 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Thanks for the endorsement, bro I just figured it might provide an easier solution to folks filling a suitcase with two dozen cans while on holiday, and having to leave clothes at the hotel to make room for said cans I also thought it could be a way of folks trying stuff they may not be able to get locally, if someone recommends something which they like themselves There're a couple of nice deoderants I've found in local supermarkets, but not being a connoisseur of scents, I don't know if they're 'smellalikes', or just nice scents in their own right, and only found out about the Oriental by chance, as you know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornerstone Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Shhh...I have a good supply of this. All jokes aside, I went to a museum exhibition on smell and perfume once and it was surprisingly interesting. It's something you tend take for granted, rather than breaking down into its constituent parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted November 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Shhh...I have a good supply of this. All jokes aside, I went to a museum exhibition on smell and perfume once and it was surprisingly interesting. It's something you tend take for granted, rather than breaking down into its constituent parts. I have to admit, it was never something I really gave much thought to, but I have the feeling this could be a new interest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingdutchman Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Good idea... here a 12 month old pic.... since then it has grown by 4-5 bottles... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted November 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 That's a nice collection, amigo Do you have favorites for different occasions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subbiesrock Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Good idea... here a 12 month old pic.... since then it has grown by 4-5 bottles... Bloody hell Dutchie! The majority of those are female fragrances but you've still got a shiiteload of men's fragrances there. I shouldn't reveal one of my biggest secrets, but it's this: Hot dates and serious job interviews/promotion interviews only. This stuff is nectar from the gods, IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I prefere this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingdutchman Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Bloody hell Dutchie! The majority of those are female fragrances but you've still got a shiiteload of men's fragrances there. NO! The majority of those are male fragrances..1 of every day of month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HartDoc Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 I like the idea. But I live in a rural part of the us so I couldnt contribute much. But I love the idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Good idea... here a 12 month old pic.... since then it has grown by 4-5 bottles... Wow... fantastic collection. I have the PR One Million...TM Angel men..one of my favorites. I also have several others that are In your collection...very nice varity of colognes/fragances you have there. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflyingdutchman Posted November 27, 2011 Report Share Posted November 27, 2011 Here an updated pic of 52 scents.. - for men: 41 - for women: 10 - uni sex: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miagi Posted November 27, 2011 Report Share Posted November 27, 2011 Here an updated pic of 52 scents.. - for men: 41 - for women: 10 - uni sex: 1 pretty sure theres nothing unisex in fragrances, man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted November 27, 2011 Report Share Posted November 27, 2011 I finally picked up a bottle of Rochas Man by the house of Rochas a few nights back...very nice. Been wanting to try this one out for a long time The opening is a little strong..but the base...dry down Is supurb Imo. It has a very pleasant somewhat sweet coffee/ mocha/ carmel vibe with some lavander and vanilla In the background. This is a great evening sent..maybe for cooler weather. I would say this is great choice for those who enjoy the smell of coffee In general. My girl likes the scent but loves the bottle...strange. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted November 27, 2011 Report Share Posted November 27, 2011 My girl likes the scent but loves the bottle...strange. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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