Reacting to Popular Affordable Fragrances for Men - Reaction and Ranking

[@Blazntrax81]

80% of men in America don't wear fragrance on a daily basis, so you're already ahead by wearing one everyday. I have over 100 bottles but I always enjoy seeing other people's thoughts on fragrances. They're fun to talk about. I'm really enjoying the channel so far! Keep up the good work.

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

It’s important to keep all of that in mind. I think we get caught up in our own little worlds and forget that our interests are not that of the population at large. Glad you’re enjoying the content

[@ElitenOfficial]

I do believe that like 90% of all men in Denmark do wear it everyday. Funny how different things can be :)

[@IQof3.0]

I just recently reached 365 fragrances. I now wear a different one every day.

[@SaintsCheat]

Lol@100 bottles. Noobs don’t realize that fragrances expire, 1-3 year life and notes and performance is poof. But good on ya mate ! Cheers on the collection 😂

[@nicolaidalsklev446]

@@SaintsCheat 3 to 5 years is the average shelf life, but good quality fragrance can last 10 years.. Depends on the quality.

[@lonesoldierx94]

Would be cool if you both made a "beginner" video for someone trying to get into fragrances! Like talk about difference between perfume and cologne, what is EDP, performance, and where/how much to apply!

[@calvinfelton4077]

I love fragrance. I don't feel dressed unless I'm wearing a fragrance. Plus fragrance is such a great way to show self expression. Love what you guys are doing.

[@FlaviøǐValiente]

I’ve been wearing azzarro for a while and I always get compliments on how well I smell. Definitely recommend!

[@nykia31]

This is why I dont fret over what the frag community calls "overrated" or "overplayed". I have one other person I know who is into fragrances at all..and when I'm out..people aren't wearing anything. You can throw on a Nautica Voyage or an F-Black and it will be more unique than what 90% of people ever experience. I had a woman approach me in a supermarket isle demanding to know what I was wearing and it was just plain ol' Montblanc Legend EDP

[@jgiglo]

I am 54yrs old and I like Mont Blanc legend!

[@MLinktheprophet]

You guys did not give Nautica Voyage enough credit. This fragrance is out of this world and is one of the best fresh fragrances ever created.

[@juangarza24]

Slow it down there buddy

[@Brofoman1238]

N85 is pretty solid. I bought it a few months ago and absolutely love it

[@Darkshadow171-tf7vr]

It’s fine but it’s nothing special

[@adhitamamahesa6480]

wutt? you kidding?

[@JBubbs]

F Black is really nice at the dry down. The opening isn't interesting, it smells kinda cheap. But later it gets better, it's warm, not overly sweet, very pleasantly pulsating scent. Like more rounded, less intrusive version of L'instant de Guerlain

[@triple-aries]

Burberry Touch was actually my first fragrance and how I got into fragrances. I got it as a gift for Christmas when I was in college. I still wear it. It’s my office fragrance.

[@businessbasketball5812]

Awesome video guys! As a young man constantly trying to grow and mature, watches and fragrances have really piqued my interest. Given that, I’m so happy to have come across Teddy’s watch channel and this one; the level of detail, passion, and quality you both embed into your videos is remarkable. I wish you both the best of luck moving forward :)

[@SimonTBam]

Ferragamo F Black is actually a really good fragrance. Whilst I do not care much for external validation from anyone I actually had a person come up to me in a supermarket and say to me, when I was wearing that, you look fantastic and you smell absolutely gorgeous I have had a number of similar experiences wearing F Black. Weird as its one of the cheapest I own. So I don't think its just the cost of a fragrance that's important.

[@louiscarrillo6670]

agreed. dont forget. its cheap because they dont do marketing for it. It was created by Chanels best master parfumer. this is a high quality that reminds me of Chanel Homme the original. if you smell that this is a revelation. the composition is of extremely high quality. so its only cheaper now because its been around for so long. great house and this has staying power.

[@bsheehy94]

Nautica Voyage is like the H&M of fragrances, great quality for the price.

[@jimmy5634]

I really do not like the dry down at all.

[@winnienguyen4420]

No slight at Voyage whatsoever, but H&M quality is horrific to me.

[@20biomed08]

Especially on discounters

[@georgepierre3594]

@@winnienguyen4420 Agreed, buy 9 t-shirts, and 9/9 get unstitched after the first hot water wash.

[@TECfan1]

Legend is a great easy cologne. Very versatile and palatable in the mass appealing sense. I have the Legend EDP though and its slightly more enjoyable and complex for me.

[@LIL-MAN_theOG]

That's a obvi 216 lake shot if I ever knew one lol. Reppin tha Land!! You all are reppin us well.. The unique pacing, style and production values of these reviews are top notch and different from other frag reviews out there. Kudos.

[@NickVetter]

How did I not know about this channel? I literally unsubbed from all the other channels to try to avoid a fragrance spending addiction but I can't get enough of you.

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

Appreciate that, Nick. We just started this month. Thanks for finding us.

[@hamishmaude390]

Would be great if you could have a standard rating system like Aaron Terence Hughes - so we can compare across all fragrances… I.e. technical quality, scent, performance/sillage ratings

[@southernsillage3327]

It’s cool to see you guys covering fragrances. I started collecting fragrances before watches and came across teddys channel when I got into watches. Neat to see you covering two things I’m passionate about. I’ve notice a few watch reviews getting into fragrance reviews lately. Guess it’s the art/luxury connection.

[@karlsenula9495]

Same I started with fragrances (actually Jeremy Fragrance years and years ago) and have about 60 fragrances and about 50 watches - watches have been getting more of my money lately however.

[@alexdromero13]

I'm learning that a huge part of fragrances is context. Where you are will affect what people think of your smell

[@winnienguyen4420]

My husband fixes the opening of Club de nuit Intense man by layering with two shots of Nishane Hacivat. Makes it smell a lot more like the original Aventus. And trust me it's not just a warm weather scent this stuff is very strong and cuts through cold very easily. Definitely recommend for guys who don't like wearing sweet scents in winter. Also if you like Mont Blanc Legend please try Parfum de Marly Percival it is a niche version of Legend and performance is at least 10 times better.

[@joyboy6535]

thats Parfum de Marly Percival is like $300 per tiny bottle lol cost more than Versace Eros which i think is more manlier

[@20biomed08]

Demeter pineapple works too.

[@The.Bond.Mentality]

I wear Montblanc legend myself and enjoy the fact that it’s not over the top, but still nice enough. If my gf AND Courtney like it, then it’s good enough for me.

[@assassinlegend1800]

The woman I love, loves it and that’s all that matters to me

[@hamishmaude390]

Your fragrance videos bring over the same high quality production from your watch related content. Awesome

[@GEORGIOARCADE]

Aye I'm glad you mentioned Nautica Voyage. It's one of my favorite fragrances to wear no matter what time of the year it is. I also like the Lucky You, and Orange Clique Happy Fragrances. I'm glad most of these you mentioned are affordable but don't smell too bad cuz I'm not into spending hundreds of dollars on cologne haha 😄. Anyways great video and hope your day be awesome!

[@Devppp]

I like the addition of the signature baldassare B-roll to these fragrance videos. Really slick shots

[@louiscarrillo6670]

is her nose broken? i tried Salvatore F Black. it doesnt smell like YSL La Nuit like most have been parroting. It reminds of Allure Homme by Chanel for colder weather. i learned recently after i suspected this that Polger was the nose and he worked on some serious classics for Chanel including Bleu De Chanel. its a beautiful composition. its masculine ill take it. check the dry down please.

[@Doug5524]

Very enjoyable Teddy, I would like to know what fragrance Cortney, loves as a reference also thank you Cortney for taking part

[@SirEricArthurBlair]

Burberry Touch is a strong fragrance. I’ve never thought of it as safe. Most of these takes I don’t agree with but hey fragrances are up to the individual.

[@storm260]

I have CDNIM Edt. The initial spray is strong, but after 10 min your good to go. It settles down nicely during the first hour, the drydown is amazing, if you go nose blind don't worry, others will still smell it. It happens to me all the time, and I get compliments even after 7 hours on my skin. But.... The trick is to only spray it on the back of your neck just once. Trust me!

[@anmolxsharma]

Kind of a perfume that you can't smell after an hour of spraying, but get wafts even days later.

[@evankro]

I love to layer with Demeter Pineapple. One to One spraying proportions and you're basically wearing a more pleasant Aventus.

[@joyboy6535]

isn’t it dangerous to spray perfume on your skins every day? does this work on cloths

[@shahbenameraj2739]

which batch do you have

[@DavidSmith-xc2xz]

Good video guys! Had a sample recently of another Wanted flanker- The Most Wanted, and my wife was a big fan of how it smelled on me. Her favorite is Layton, but this was one of the more positive reactions I've had from her.

[@edebube]

Love the quality of the camera work. Nice presentation. Cool design...

[@wvdberg50]

Have quite a few of these, but would love to see reaction to dry downs which are the longer lasting notes, rather than just the shorter term opening notes. Appreciate your channels. Keep the videos coming. Cheers.

[@chadbailey7038]

Would love your thoughts on original JOHN VARVATOS! 👍🏾

[@stnarud]

Love myself some F Black. Definitely one of my favourites. Another affordable cologne is Tabac Man Black. Inexpensive and pleasant. Can't go wrong.

[@orlinchirinos1981]

Do you have a website link 🔗 for fragrance? Good reviews 👍🏽 of different fragrances.

[@Smash_10]

F is a classic office fragrance imo, it might be dated in the blue world, but it definitely is the best bang for your buck in terms of a good smelling fragrance that’s smells classy. I wish you would of gave it a dry down rate. The monte blanc is a solid crowd pleaser, women do seem to love it and it’s cause the fierce dna was a classic hit.

[@hannesbornman1045]

Wanted by night is great. One of my favourite datenight scents. It does not belong on this list IMO. Why higher in quality than the others on this list

[@Blazntrax81]

I own all of those & they're decent performers. Wanted By Night is the most popular fall/winter fragrance. My favorite of them is F Black, the "Wolf of Wall Street" fragrance. It's classy on a budget. A businessman would wear it.

[@Blazntrax81]

You have to keep in mind that you're judging the fragrances off of just the top notes too. They'll change thru the mid and the dry down.

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

Yeah hard to really get a feel unless spraying on skin. We tried to mention that and given the nature of recording this is probably the best you can do in regards to reactions.

[@TheFragnatic]

True but it's that first impression that gets you and grabs your attention. Especially for the non fragrance collector. This is akin to testing fragrances on tester strips at a dept store.

[@kapaluamak]

I love it! "Smells like the mall" That was perfect.

[@onurdegirmencitv]

Very good video! Different vibe than most of the other Fragrance channels and I love it

[@-0ZZIE7-]

Thank yall for making this channel! Was interested on courneys channel. Hope this channel blows up

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching.

[@SimonTBam]

I do like Montblanc Legend as well

[@mrk8521]

Thanks a lot. Your watch channel already had me spending money. And now you got me buying cologne for the first time in years too with this channel. 😄 Seriously though, I just got a bottle of jazz club. Based on your recent video. And that stuff is really nice. Smells great. And it's subtle. People aren't smelling it from 20 feet away. The fact you can tell most people who are wearing cologne from a mile away was what has kept me from ever using it. Just because I always found overpowering cologne obnoxious. And didn't want to be that guy. So, thanks to both of you. Having both your opinions is extremely helpful in deciding what to buy.

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

Glad you’re enjoying jazz club! We both are big fans of it. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@derryksandiford5434]

The production quality of your videos is top notch! I subscribed after watching just one video. Knowledgeable and entertaining content

[@JensMüller33]

I like that your sister appreciates good fragrances

[@brianfromthirty]

Please make a video about how to wear! I’m trying to learn how to wear fragrances. I had some on but my mom said it was too much😔

[@Willenium2k4]

I've not had a chance to try Club De Nuit yet as it's not one we see all that much here in the UK. Sooner or later though, I will have Legend EDP. That one I have smelled and immediately recognised it in the drydown as Fierce (which I already have).

[@markbalki]

I wish mont blanc legend was better. It would have been my signature scent, but it's performance, projection, silage is weak. However the scent is 10/10. It invokes the perfect mix of very masculine, with some freshness.

[@RodT87]

Legend is better in the form of Legend Intense or Legend EDP.

[@Slinky9094]

Just wondering, given your name, whether you might review Ambre Baldassari?

[@Stefita83]

Apparently, Montblanc Legend is a dupe for Parfum de Marly’s Percival. And I adore Percival, so if it’s similar, it’s quite the bargain!

[@trtech7496]

Love seeing both of y'all's perspective on the fragrances. 💯

[@persvendsen2359]

That Overshirt/Jacket is beautiful, what brand is it?

[@gb8152]

If affordable is considered under $100, would recommend and would be interested in yalls thoughts & discussion of Blvgari Man in Black

[@DarlingNikki2]

I had a male colleague wearing Man in Black and that stuff is way too spicy and strong for my taste. Smelled like Viktor and Rolf Spicebomb on steroids lol. I asked him to never wear it in the office again--definitely not for the office, that stuff needs breathing space, a light hand and cold weather.

[@karlsenula9495]

Also recommend Lalique Encre Noir A la Extreme, Bentley for Men Intense, Dunhill Icon, a number of the Versace fragrances (Pour Homme, Dylan Blue, Man au Fraiche, Eros etc.)

[@mujtabakhan2606]

I’m a Black car driver and I wear these cologne’s in every day basis:: Bleu D/Chanel, Parada Black, MontBlnc Explorer Platinum

[@oisnowy5368]

I love how Teddy tries to sell Burberry Touch as another safe option whereas Courtney is just straight out nope at the first whiff. She then goes on to be accommodating to the fragrance, as to not disparage its fans, but its fate remains as sealed as it ever was. I like vetiver, Courtney so obviously does not. It's such a good reminder that different people have different tastes and most people won't ever make much of a big fuss about it. They just try to distance themselves. Like how Courtney places the tester strip on the table, as far away as possible, right after saying nope.

[@HDmanzano1995]

You’re right, t’s crazy how people have such different taste. I love Burberry Touch!

[@vladimirart758]

Burberry Touch is a great fragrance.

[@thethesaxman23]

Interested in trying one of these. I don’t have enough knowledge of fragrances to spend a lot just yet, but something like this I would feel more comfortable experimenting with

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

I would go sample out some things in store and see what you like. These are scents that are worthy to smell since they are classics but I would advise against blind buying until you figure out notes and styles of fragrances you like. Get the target smaller before you throw the dart. Have fun!

[@rsg5850]

Davidoff coolwaters intense edp is great one too!

[@karlsenula9495]

Jimmy Choo Man Ice is better than the original. CDNI is like Aventus in that which batch code you get it can also smell differently.

[@mohd_allearz8403]

Wonder what BBB would think about burberry touch lol 😆

[@mikelivingston6157]

Fun video. Legend is the only one I don’t have and I don’t have a huge collection so that was cool

[@ClickinUp]

I'm more interested in where you got that sweater, brotha

[@fitforlife3168]

I got the Armaf edt and really liked the dry down but found the performance was very weak, faded significantly after 3-4 hours. Does anyone know if the performance is a lot better in the parfum version?

[@lazar2175]

You're probably going nose blind to it, but EDP is way better if you can get it. Opening is a bit more pleasant, lasts a lot longer than EDT. For me, the EDT lasts 5-6 hours but EDP is still there after 8+ hours. Also, try letting your EDT macerate. Use it a bit to let some air in, then leave it in a dark place for a 3-4 weeks. The performance and smell should improve. The performance also depends on the skin, perfumes typically perform worse on dry skin.

[@fitforlife3168]

@@lazar2175 thank for the tips, will try out your suggestions

[@jeffscalfano3100]

Monte blanc legend or A.F. Fierce?

[@storm260]

Is the CDNIM an EDT or EDP?

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

It’s the edt

[@shahbenameraj2739]

which batch of cdinim you have could you tell me please

[@babindinda9414]

Can you guys do an episode on ZARA fragrances...I believe they also have some "clone" essence

[@kuldeepsingh-ce3su]

My favourite is montblanc legend and I have no nostalgic factor attached to it.

[@grant9047]

I like the azzro by knight I have that one. U guys like all the same ones I do

[@RodT87]

It's not my favorite but I like F Black. I don't wear it much anymore but it's a good fragrance a it's affordable. Frag heads hate it or love it. The drydown is good and it lasts a long time.

[@SimonTBam]

Hay I wear Montblanc Legend and I am a 'bit' older than my 20s.... although I am haha youthful..... lol but mature.....

[@geletrode]

@15:37 hahaha, keep rocking your favs too teddy.

[@deondiggs61]

I own them all except the Jimmy Choo. And the Nautica and Burberry bring me the most compliments. Most wanted by night is perfect for nights, the Mont Blanc also is similar to PDM Percival. And we all know about CDNI. 😆 Good selections. You really can't go wrong with any of these. 👍 Try Halloween Man X. Like to know your opinions on that one.

[@514musique]

You are sleeping on the jimmy choo Best affordable fragrance imo

[@ntity736]

I wear fragrance every day and none of the ones I use were here probably cause they’re way too expensive, keep this up though I enjoy good watch and fragrance reviews so I know what to get in the future. (I should probably get a cheap yet good fragrance for traveling let me know what’s your best one so I can test them out) Also I don’t know if you classify Puerto Rico as U.S. but fragrances here are big. Everyone uses fragrance and smells really clean. Anyways can’t wait for the next video.

[@Zepster77]

You neglected to tell us if the CDNIM you’re reviewing is the edt or the edp

[@lacroix6323]

My favorite from this list based on smell is F Black, least favorite is Jimmy Choo Man. The Armaf has outstanding performance and is ALWAYS complimented when I wear it.🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TheFragnatic]

Nice just found this chanel! My favorite watch you tuber doing frags! Two of my favorite hobbies. I also collect guns are you going to do a gun channel to cover my hobby trifecta? LOL

[@romanopeterj]

My new favorite is Ralph’s Club from Ralph Lauren.

[@farishasan3198]

Can you make a video about Oud fragrances please

[@78town]

I think y’all would love Most Wanted !

[@TexanUSMC8089]

I like Voyage, but if Courtney said Montblanc Legend smelled better...I'd buy some Legend.

[@Slinky9094]

Also, several of the frequencies that you tried are very different in the opening and in the dry down. In some of your blind group videos, you have a fresh strip and a dry down strip. I think if you use that format for videos like this it would be more helpful to your viewers. This isn't just you, I'd say 80% of the fragrance reviews that I read are of people smelling a strip that's just been sprayed, and it doesn't really convey the fragrance as a whole, since most of the duration is spent during Dryden

[@elginestate]

Nautica voyage MIDNIGHT is the #1 on Amazon

[@danielsan3681]

Hey y'all. Great reviews and take on these. 🙂❤👍

[@oODraglidOo]

Awesome vids ! really like your guys input into the fragrance community. if i could make a suggestion, add all the fragrances mentioned in the videos in the description ! really helps when someone wants to quickly find or reference a frag they saw in the vid !

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

We can start adding them 👍🏻 Thanks for watching! We are glad you’re enjoying the content.

[@topgun685]

I own all of these fragrances and this would be my ranking: 1. Azzaro Wanted By Night (Best performance) 2. Burberry Touch (Tied with Armaf but does slightly better on my skin) 3. Armaf Club De Nuit Intense (New formulation is much weaker but still great value) 4. Montblanc Legend (good everyday scent) 5. Nautica Voyage (cheapest fresh and clean scent) 6. F Black Salvatore Ferragamo (most disappointing blind buy) 7. Jimmy Choo Man (generic and boring)

[@whal3z]

completly agree with f black, i wanted it soo bad because it thought it smelt like a wall street typa guy, as jeremy says. When i got it, it smelt like straight baby wipes. It simply doesnt smell pleasing.

[@topgun685]

@wtrelf I got it for the same reason. Definitely overhyped by fragrance reviewers on KZbin. You are right about it smelling like baby wipes. It's one of the few fragrances i actually dislike

[@whal3z]

@@topgun685 i just returned it f black , i purchased mont blanc legend edt today. What do you think of it? And would you recommend any fragrances that smell good to women or get compliments?

[@topgun685]

@wtrelf legend is pretty good, but if you are looking for compliments, especially from women, I would say: 1. Versace Eros edt 2. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Really can't go wrong with either of those. Women love the sweeter fragrances bro trust me. Get a big bottle of either of those online for the best value. Those are good, safe blind buys, in my opinion

[@whal3z]

@@topgun685 dud i saw those, I think i would like eros, but ive been seeing real life tests of what people like on dylan blue. People prefer dylan blue and it competes with eros and sauvage. And its on the cheaper side. Im most likely gonna get dylan blue for my 3rd fragrance and then stop buying for a while

[@johnmetzger7646]

Antonio Banderas Blue Seduction is like one of the best Aquatic fragrance that I've sampled to Girls even more than Goldfield banks Pacific Rock Moss. And all of the Tom Ford Aquatics.

[@BaldassarreFragrance]

We will have to give it a try! Thanks for watching.

[@johnmetzger7646]

@@BaldassarreFragrance 17$ for a small bottle totally worth it. Longevity is about 3-4 hours but decanter and reapply as needed on the move.

[@DarkWoodElf63213]

My everyday is Coach Blue for Men. I really enjoy the freshness of the fragrance. I really enjoy the channel and the quality of the videos.

[@DANSONTRAN]

A separated channel with you two together? Subbed

[@cantonese8085]

I got f black you can tell straight of its not a quality scent,, not a bad smell but overallI’d give it a 5.5or 6 out of 10

[@nonnegaard]

I'm going to be totally honest here; when I heard you made a channel about fragrances, I thought it was kind of funny. Then again, largest hobby is mechanical keyboards, so who am I to judge. I'm actually in the market for a new fragrance, so I'll be watching. Who knows, perhaps I'll fall into the rabbit hole.

[@TheFragnatic]

As a gun guy, watch collector and PC geek. I never thought I would be into fragrances as much as I am now. It's a fun hobby and cheaper then the aforementioned hobbies. Also different scents put you in different moods and mindsets. It's quite the experience to treat your nose to an array of different scents. Don't be afraid to dive in.

[@philhartley833]

The original azzaro wanted is great. I like to find them before they become popular

[@TheNextMarx]

Check out some Tom Ford scents or MFK!

[@Stefita83]

Please do a similar video with women’s fragrances 😉

[@vladimirart758]

Burberry touching doesent smell like Vetiver. More like Prada style.

[@clausm2203]

Great video guys 🙂👍

[@spencerhansen5404]

If your looking for a video idea, try all the cremo frags. They are super unique. Not strong. But I actually love the scent. All of the scents are under 20 bucks!

[@karlsenula9495]

Banana Republic also have some lovely fragrances and could be found incredibly cheaply for a while at the rack stores (Oud Mosaic is stunningly good).

[@DarlingNikki2]

Bath and Body Works have great men's scents, too, and frequent sales. Guys stay sleeping on BBW...

[@gmaxwell8475]

Good content Especially having a gentleman and lady’s take

[@merope100]

I agree with your statistics on how majority of people don't wear fragrance. So if you wear one then you are in the top ten...however I will also say that is a very broad and generic statistic. If you are in New York city, in a club on a Saturday night then I would imagine there will be a much larger percentage of people wearing a fragrance. Any city is going to have a much larger percentage of people wearing a fragrance compared to middle American rural areas. Percentage of people wearing a fragrance is largely based on time, place and age range.

[@DanielGonzalez-cd6lu]

Club de nuit smells like pineapple juice? Stop the cap ... it's more like bergamot .. similar to pledge but once it's dry down it gets better but not first spray.