5 EASY Tips To Pull Off ANY Fragrance (Even Daring Ones)

[@thegoodfoke3606]

aside from the fragance world, love to see my brothers showing off their music talent, i play guitar and i love fragances aswell, great video as usual man, have a good one homie.

[@bhjoshscentz]

Same here bro! Only I'm a Drummer🥁 🙏🏾💯

[@gtrriffs]

Same here. Guitar 🎸

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@Safefragrance]

I'm a bassist and modular synthesis player :)

[@davidlane6758]

Another guitarist here 😂.

[@jeromekirby8917]

Great advice. Definitely practice wearing at home. I have learned that my enjoyment of a fragrance changes the more I wear it. When I truly enjoy a fragrance my attitude changes, confidence level improves, and I am convinced the people around you can sense it.

[@krissk77]

Thanks. I practice at home first. Decanters when not sure. Stopped blind buying expensive frags.

[@garydc1057]

#2 Practice - I find this essential. You get to really 'know' the scent, how it behaves, what it's personal, unique traits are and so practice helps to inform the choices you then make with it; specifically when to wear and how to wear, etc. It helps you maximise both it, and yourself. Like you said; working together and with each other.. As my mother used to say; "It's not what you wear, son, it's how you wear it.."

[@snowliferwb]

The shorts bit was hilarious. I was laughing out loud. Great video and 100 facts. One thing that I Do with the more Daring bold scents, is i spray and let it dry down, sometimes 1 or 2 hours before I leave the house. This really let's the scent calm down and I feel more confident when I wear it out.

[@voltaire5427]

Letting everyone know he doesn't skip leg day.

[@snowliferwb]

@@voltaire5427 friends don't let friends skip leg day!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha! 😂 I dig that.

[@dominique9934]

Another one for me I never judge a fragrance based on how it smells on another person. It may smell good/bad on them but for you, it may smell different on you. I have a friend whose body chemistry never worked with some of my favorite colognes.

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great video and I enjoyed it and have a blessed night

[@natureboy769]

Love this video! Practice practice practice. You sir are truly a positive light in this community. Keep doing your thing. Be well!

[@stayfreshproductions]

🙏🏾 Thanks so much man!

[@snortchgortch4253]

Brilliant! Here is a man who is using his brain. All practical advise.

[@stayfreshproductions]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@solokom]

I think overspraying has its time and place. Many fragrances nowadays just don't perform anymore-especially, but not only designers. You can compensate that to some extent with overspraying. Also, from my experience when I spray what is considered normal (3-5 sprays) I hardly ever get any reaction from people. When I overspray I get compliments nearly every time. And who doesn't like getting a compliment? Or people ask me even on the street what I am wearing, and I am happy to tell and give recommendations. But as always: use common sense! Overspraying to me means for example 15 sprays of D&G The One edp, which is known for its weak performance. That way, you will have a decent scent cloud even after the 1-hour mark. Or 10 sprays with L'Homme Ideal EDP. The first time I did, I got a compliment not only from my date, but also from a guy in the subway and the waitress at the restaurant. That was unreal. With strong stuff like Grand Soir I "overspray" with 4-5 sprays if I am outside, and it's cold. 2-3 sprays when inside. I'm not going crazy like some people with 30+ sprays. But sometimes less isn't more, it's just less.

[@moustachio334]

I’ve noticed most modern frags are weak. I think it’s to encourage over spraying so that you can run out faster and buy more. I prefer to buy classics. Classics are classic for a reason.

[@morepower1989]

Amen. Fragrances have nowadays crappy performance. I envy people who get good performance with 3 sprays. I also only get compliments when I slightly overspray. Overspray squad here. There are a couple of fragrances I spray carefully but 90% are weak enough to spray 6-10 times.

[@solokom]

@@morepower1989 I second that. You can spray many fragrances 6-10 times nowadays and it will be like spraying 3-5 times in the old days.

[@victorashul]

You know... I have an old-school Aramis by Aramis.. thought it was a cool-weather scent because of the notes... In the cold it's very bitter-green, slightly off-putting.. I tried it on a hot summer day... IT BLOOMED.. It went creamy, sweet, but also dark and mysterious...

[@solokom]

Looking sharp, Justin! 👌 ... ok, well at least until 9:20. 😄

[@stayfreshproductions]

🤣

[@justaddlight]

Dressing it up is a great idea. Get into that headspace where you own the scent, even if it's just for a couple of hours. 💪

[@SlickVic-dp7zz]

Tom ford Oud Minerales is my go to fragrances......I get alot of compliments for that one, I wear it dressed up too.....

[@healthyher2009]

I love this video. I'm doing tip number 2 at the moment with some Arabian scents. I'm also contemplating on buying some Fragrances that I would not usually go for (tom fords). Trying to step out of my comfort zone. So these tips will help me a great deal. 👌😊💗

[@burner27]

I love Oud Minerale. The combination of the oud and the ambergris is just incredible.

[@stayfreshproductions]

It’s so good.

[@SocaScents]

Afternoon brotha, I have no fear when wearing challenging fragrances. I'm going to be myself regardless. I'm always groomed and dressed appropriately; No fear! 🇬🇩🥃

[@zyl721]

I like this kind of fragrance philosophy related topics 😀

[@0ct8gon]

So good to know im not weird for trying fragrances at home. It helps, My wife God bless her soul, is my best critic.

[@TheNextMarx]

I like how Oud Mineral is the thumbnail. Totally fitting.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I love Oud Minerale.

[@Aedmun]

I heard you Justin! With COVID in our lives... I've been spraying day and night, out and in just to make sure I can still smell things. I believe in the dress it up tip. It doesn't have to be a tux but it has to be polish enough and presentable whether it is a uniform or a set of casual

[@stayfreshproductions]

That’s right Edmund! 😊🙏🏾

[@NPRGAdmin]

Those are all solid recommendations. Also, I must say of all the brothers online I’ve checked out doing style & frags, you most closely align with my own imprimatur. Also, whenever I’m in the area, I will try to connect to see if you’ll be performing. Although I am a former vocalist, I’m a big music fan with vocal/instrumental jazz only second to soul. Keep up the good work young man!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@siyaneliswashozi6384]

My favourite way tp wear a challenging fragrance is to spray it on the undershirt, normally it just tones the fragrance down a bit but also helps it last longer.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I like that.

[@edgardozara97]

Congratulations on the 50k subs JC! This is the type of videos that made me join your patreon. It might seem obvious to some but these are helpful for others like me who are familiar with scents but have preferences or reservations towards challenging scents that restrict our fragrance journey!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you so much.

[@davidlane6758]

Here's how I pull off Oud Minérale. I "pull it off" the shelf and spray it on haha. I've worn it in a suit and worn it to the beach. It just works for me. The only caveat is that one has to be willing to smell that way for at least two+ days straight. It resists washing and has the half-life of uranium.

[@viggenone]

The basic rule I use to "challenging" fragrances is control the number of sprays, and the type of event or venue, If I'm going to a restaurant I won't use a fecal oud and apply 20 sprays to obliterate all life forms, I think it's common sense, I can use FM Promise in summer, one spray walk by it and yo will smell amazing even in 40°C. Love Oud Minerale! Great video JC, thank you!!!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Carlos! Haha great points.

[@marlonious7650]

If I like it. I rock it.

[@nicholassuhrs]

Man you’re actually fantastic with music

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Nicholas!

[@gtrriffs]

Great playing 🤟

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@Ljmac03]

When you talk about putting it on and forgetting about it is absolutely true. What actually helped me out with that was COVID. I would put on a fragrance, put on my mask and then leave out. But every now and then when I would slip off my mask in the car, I would catch a whiff of the scent that I forgot I had on.

[@demi-minwi3063]

Beautiful talent. 😊

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@diegosaavedra2738]

thanks for the tips Justin. Love your music playing. Also... time to bring up evil Justin the fragance demon again hehehe : ) great stuff

[@user-fg2ic6hj9c]

Dope playing bro

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks bro

[@bashawnjohnson]

Congrats on hitting 50K

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@Goldman-Khazar-Rothschild]

Good tips Justin, I like to overspray strong fragrances because I'm extremely anti-social, and it prevents strangers from getting near me. 😂

[@israelmontano7206]

Great video

[@Eyrie007]

I've worn plenty of newer fragrances that I haven't tried more than a spray of and I didn't feel the most comfortable wearing it out. I always followed rule #1 when I wasn't sure. Practicing with the fragrance sounds so silly, but it's the only way to understand what you're getting into. Good stuff, Justin. Oh and the blazer with sweater and shorts is definitely high fashion. I need to check out Into the AM. You must enjoy what they have to offer.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Dave. I’d never wear the shorts like this lol, but they’re awesome!

[@pillars682]

Informative content as usual, thumbs up bro.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@ademtercan9547]

I try fragrances at home with a full wearing. Afterwards I decide to try it outside. This is my to try scents like Jovoy Diplomatique

[@blankmandastankman]

I hate that I overspray but I guess my ocd kicks in and when I get a “half-spray” or when the nozzle is kinda off from where I intend for it to spray, I have to get a direct spray lol

[@Macheteng_Kabayow]

Nice informative insights justin!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@filo31]

I died at future Justin exposing the shorts!🤣🤣

[@stayfreshproductions]

Lol!

[@ArtisticSnipes]

i might be crazy but i spray all my fragrances 7-10 times in the morning because im working with beer and cleaning solution that smells pretty bad in bars that also smell pretty bad id argue im gifting them my scent to improve the air quality for everyone 😎

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha, sounds like an exception

[@cyrilmadihlaba9179]

The attire 👌

[@qnunyuh8417]

had to lol when you said poop, im for sure rocking a poopie fragrance and testing a cheesy one at the same time today. strange enough at work ,i'll wear what every and dont care how what people think or how they feel, i usually reserve bold and daring for cold and dressed up events, i stay away from the poopie everywhere else ,grocery store, gym ,weddings ,baby shower meeting new people or when i need to be social ect

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha! I hear ya.

[@jaysmith5154]

Great intro 🕺🏽

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@iamlove5325]

You need to play the beginning of LL Cool J’s “Goin’ Back To Cali” on your horn.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haha for sure.

[@iamlove5325]

I would say to wear what you like without strategy. If I were interacting with someone who was being strategic in how they are trying to control my perception of them it would turn me off. If I knew they were just wearing what they love then I could not help but respect and admire them.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Interesting…

[@toesand1992]

My man I’m 42 and recently bought Oud for Greatness. My wife hates it. Is that cologne for an older gentleman

[@voltaire5427]

That stuff is so rad, but certainly fills up a room. I'd say it's not necessarily only for older guys, but it's definitely eccentric. Enjoy

[@stayfreshproductions]

It’s ageless if you’re asking me. But if she doesn’t like it, she doesn’t like it.

[@moustachio334]

Have you tried pairing a fragrance with it’s aftershave counterpart? For instance, La Nuit L’Homme smells fantastic with its aftershave companion.

[@stayfreshproductions]

If I actively shaved, I totally would! 😁

[@moustachio334]

@@stayfreshproductions thank you for your reply! I am definitely subscribing to your channel because, you are not one of the very few watchable fragrance reviewers. Your music is wonderful too.

[@lexbends]

Hi Justin, such a great topic. I wanted to know your opinion on something that I've found has affected how many sprays I'd put on of a perfume - and that is atmosphere in your city / town. So, I've found that countries like India, broader Asia and Lat Am have very loud atmospheres (olefactorily) with a lot of sources of strong smells generally - from food to floor cleaners to paint and construction, incense from temples etc... In such cases, you can barely smell anything that you put on - like, even small whiffs for yourself of what you're wearing. But on the other hand you don't want to put on so much that you choke people out. Do you think something like this should be a factor in how much you spray on? Would love to know!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Interesting question…I think you’re on the right track. It’s great to be sensitive to the dynamic of the people around you.

[@EtBr1978]

Don't wear a fragrance for any other reason than that you feel it that day! If it challanges you do not wear it outside / for appointments, get comfortable with it first wearing it a few times at home (see #2). Once you wake up and look at it and it talks to you, you are ready to wear it!

[@stayfreshproductions]

😊

[@mluna6702]

Future Justin!!!

[@voltaire5427]

I have a bitter pill to prescribe: People who only want compliments are insecure. Don't smell like a people pleaser. Smelling like someone who can say "no" or who has a personality is *more* appealing than smelling like cotton candy and unicorn breath. Be yourself and wear what you like with pride (as long as you're not choking everyone out). You'll have respect which is more valuable than compliments.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Agreed.

[@deeds81]

What horn do you play? Looks alot like my R37 Callichio....red brass bell?

[@stayfreshproductions]

It’s made by a friend of mine, small horn maker.

[@IanJamesBeats]

I’m early let’s goooooooo!

[@ZLATNILAV1]

MAN incident Diplomatiqe is a killer neverending beattle between eros and tanatos

[@Devppp]

I’m just here to comment about the excitement I felt when I actually liked the smell of beau de jour on me. I’m a really young guy, just approaching 20. The fact that my nose is already up to the point where I can appreciate barbershop style fragrance is incredible in my opinion. Still can’t tolerate animalics and leathers but hey maybe that’s because my nose has stuck to its guns on these notes.

[@tomn6066]

I'm a few years older than you and I've loved barbershop style fragrances/old school fougeres since forever as well, but I don't think it's all that incredible since they actually smell good. Like, I don't see anything offputting about them, it's not like they're very challenging like dirtier animalic/leather fragrances as you've mentioned

[@Devppp]

@@tomn6066 See I remember that earlier in my journey I tried some barbershop fragrances and the overdose of aromatics and spices made me associate them with something burnt. I couldn’t rub it off my nose until a few months later when I sampled platinum egoiste (which in my opinion is the most entry level barbershop fragrance ) and found myself liking it.

[@progressivelibertarianview8832]

Portland? Why did I always think you were from New Orleans..

[@stayfreshproductions]

🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Elena-er7zp]

he sounds very very northern…i have no idea why you would think Lousiana lol

[@blankmandastankman]

Is there any Royal Mayfair fans in the house???

[@philipphawk]

a suit with a tshirt ? 🤔 Justin may i respectfully disapprove ? :)))

[@stayfreshproductions]

It’s a sweater. And you may disapprove if you must. But I love it.