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Monday, September 28, 2020

FCF #5 (Fall Series): Dior Eau Sauvage Extreme vs. Burberry London- Best Go-To Fall Fragrance

Fall is right around the corner, and that means it's time to start relying on your wood and spice-based fragrances for when you go out.

Personally, I've never been the type of person who believes that certain fragrances can only be worn during specific seasons, so while all of the fragrances mentioned in the fall series can be worn year-round, I think the optimal time to use them is during the cooler weather.

In today's premier video of the fall series, I have two substantially different earthy fragrances going head-to head for the title of best go-to fall fragrance.

In fact, I didn't realize how different these fragrances were until I closely compared them both.

First, I have a vintage fragrance from Dior: Eau Sauvage Extreme. This one, which was first released in 1984, is a primarily herbal-based fragrance. It is very heavy on rosemary and lavender, which makes for a very unique, very earthy fragrance. Perfect for the cool fall weather.

Going against it is another, slightly newer classic fragrance from Burberry: Burberry London. This one has been described as smelling like Christmas because of the various spices it contains. It is also a great choice for the cooler weather.

Like always, I highly recommend both fragrances, but for the sake of the match-up I'm just going to assume you only want to buy one.

In case you missed the summer matches, we are going to have three rounds to determine the winner: composition, performance, and usability. If necessary, there will be an additional round added at the end.

But without further delay, let's get into it.

Round I: Composition

Dior Eau Sauvage Extreme: Top Notes: Lemon, Bergamot, Patchouli, and Lavender Middle Notes: Rosemary, Bay Leaf, and Coriander Bottom Notes: Amber, Patchouli, and Cedar

I was actually surprised when I tried Eau Sauvage Extreme. I know the Eau Sauvage EDT is very citrus-heavy to the point that anything else in the composition is a secondary player.

The Extreme version, which is an Eau De Toilette Intense, is a completely different Eau Sauvage. Instead of relying on citrus notes to carry the fragrance, it uses herbal, earthy notes, which make it ideal for the cool fall weather.

When I first apply it, I get a lot of the rosemary mixed with what smells like pine trees. The citrus is also there for the first few moments before quickly dissipating. After that, it becomes predominantly earthy- reminding me of a walk through a luscious green forest.

Dior Eau Sauvage Extreme is definitely a more vintage, unique fragrance, albeit it is not a complicated one. What I get in the first hour of wear is what I get during the last hour.

Even so, this is without-a-doubt the epitome of what a fall fragrance should be, in my opinion.

Burberry London: Top Notes: Cinnamon, Lavender, and Bergamot Middle Notes: Mimosa and Leather Bottom Notes: Tobacco Leaf, Guaiac Wood, and Oakmoss

Burberry London is a vastly different kind of fragrance than the former. While Eau Sauvage Extreme is a green fragrance, London would probably be considered an oriental fragrance, making them nearly opposites according to the fragrance wheel.

London is actually a fragrance that many reviewers say "smells like Christmas," I would definitely agree with that. I think the cinnamon gives the fragrance a perfect holiday feel.

Much like the first fragrance, it is not a complicated scent, but that's alright because it's the simplicity in London that makes it such a fall appropriate composition.

When I apply it initially, I get a lot of the cinnamon fused with a bit of the guaiac wood and tobacco leaf. The lavender also plays a part in adding an earthy kind of feel to the fragrance It is really quite nice.

Also, a great choice for fall wear, although perhaps more suited for the second half of the season when the weather's getting cooler.

Winner: Personally, I actually prefer the composition of Burberry London. It reminds me a lot of Maison Christian Dior's Spice Blend. However, because I am not judging these fragrances based-on my opinions, I think both are equally good choices for a fall go-to scent. It really just depends on whether you prefer green fragrances or oriental fragrances, like me. Therefore, this round is a draw.

Eau Sauvage Extreme: 0 Burberry London: 0

Round II: Performance

Dior Eau Savage Extreme: 6 hours longevity, 40 minutes projection

Burberry London: 7 hours longevity, 1.5 hours projection (light), becomes a skin-scent shortly after

Both fragrances are pretty decent in terms of longevity and will give you a nice scent bubble for the first few hours.

Because they're not overpowering fragrances, I feel like you can generously apply them without having to worry about over applying. I I used twelve sprays each for this battle.

As you can probably tell by the numbers, London does offer slightly better performance. It lasts for an additional hour-- granted it's a skin scent at that point-- and projects for nearly twice as long.

I feel Eau Sauvage Extreme does project a bit more loudly in the opening hour of wearing the fragrance which complicates my decision a bit.

Also, both fragrances seem to perform better in the cooler weather; akin to the performance of D&G Light Blue in the heat.

Winner: Considering the last hour or so of Burberry London it is a skin scent, I once again have to declare the round a draw. Both Eau Sauvage Extreme and London are great performers in the fall weather; either would be an incredibly great choice for a fall go-to fragrance

Round III: Usability

Dior Eau Sauvage Extreme: Both casual and professional wear, great for intimate gatherings, generally safe, may require some thought before wear

Burberry London: Both casual and professional wear, perfect for intimate gatherings, great date fragrance, very safe

I think both fragrances are just about equally versatile. Both can be used both casually and professionally as well as to intimate gatherings.

But there is one significant difference between the two fragrances that will ultimately determine the outcome of the match-up.

And that is this...

Because more people seem to appreciate spice-based fragrances, including myself, more than herbal, earthy, green fragrances, I think Burberry London is a much safer choice between the two. This is because it is more mass-appealing.

I'm not saying Eau Sauvage Extreme is an unsafe fragrance or one that you have to carefully consider before wearing, rather I think it's one that is simply not going to work in every situation or with every person.

That doesn't mean Burberry London is a completely safe choice. I'm sure there's still going to be people who think it's too much, but in terms of a go-to fragrance, I think London is a bit better of a choice.

Winner: While both fragrances are pretty versatile in terms of situations and events, I think Burberry London is a bit more mass-appealing due to it's festive-like composition. Therefore, the winner of this round has to go to London.

Eau Sauvage Extreme: 0 Burberry London: 1

Final Thoughts: Both Eau Sauvage Extreme and Burberry London are great choices for fall fragrances. Both perform incredibly well in the cooler weather and both contain fall-related notes. It was incredibly hard putting these two head-to-head, because, like I said in the introduction, I wasn't even aware how different yet similar these fragrances are. But what it ultimately comes down to is the fact that a spice-based fragrance, like London, is going to be a little bit safer to wear than an herbal fragrance like Eau Sauvage Extreme.

Best Go-To Fall Fragrance: Burberry London

-Ryan S.

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Creed Aventus vs. Dior Sauvage EDT: Which Should You Buy?

Creed Aventus was originally released in 2010 and has undeniably altered the trajectory of men's fragrances since then. Honestly, I'm not even sure what attracted so many guys to it, but since it came out, there have been countless clones/attempts to reformulate it by other brands.

One such fragrance, which I don't know for sure if it was in response to Aventus but it probably was, was Dior Sauvage EDT which was originally released five years after Aventus in 2015.

Unlike Aventus, which used primarily pineapple and birchwood to create a citrus woody vibe, Sauvage used bergamot, pepper, and the synthetic note of ambroxan to create a very similar vibe. So much so, in fact, that the two smell nearly identical.

I think the composition of Aventus may be a bit more mass-appealing and easy to wear because it's more mellow and pleasant, whereas Sauvage is much more sharp and noticeable.

But composition is just one small aspect of a fragrance.

In my opinion, what really matters is the performance of a fragrance and the cost.

So in today's post, I'm going to be comparing both fragrances based on their performance on my skin and the cost of a bottle, and ultimately telling you which one I think you should get.

Performance...

Creed Aventus: 6 hours of longevity, 1 hour subtle projection

Dior Sauvage EDT: 12+ hours of longevity, 2 hours strong projection

You might be looking at those numbers and thinking "this guy's just trying to make Aventus seem bad," and to be completely honest, I wish I actually was just trying to make it look bad.

The truth is I was so excited to finally have a decant of Aventus so that I could see how godly and mythical it actually is. Everyone online always talks about how it is the best men's fragrance ever made and a "gateway fragrance" into the world of fragrances.

Paying an absurd amount of money on a bottle of Aventus is supposed to make you part of the community for some reason. So when I bought a decant-- not a bottle and I'll get to that in the next section-- I was really excited to potentially have in my hands the holy grail of fragrances.

But after wearing it for several days I realized something...

It's not a godly fragrance. It's not even decent.

It's something I would expect to find at my local Marshall's for $30 USD. You know, something that smells pretty good, but doesn't last very long.

When I say Aventus gives me six hours that's being generous. It really gives me between 4 and 6 with the last hour or so being a skin scent.

But let's be generous: even having six hours longevity, Aventus still only offers half the time as Dior Sauvage. So then why does it cost four times more? I've been thinking about it for months and still don't understand.

What do you guys think?

Price...

Creed Aventus: $420 USD (100ml bottle)

Dior Sauvage EDT: $95 USD (100ml bottle)

Now, these prices may seem backwards based on what I just told you about the performance, but I assure you, they're not.

Creed Aventus, which only lasts half the amount of time Sauvage does, costs $325 more. $325!?!?

You could literally buy four 100ml bottles of Sauvage and have money left over to order sushi on Grubhub for the price of a 100ml bottle of something that gives you half the performance.

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I don't even know what else needs to be said about the cost. Creed charges an outrageous amount for a fragrance with subpar performance.

I'm sure that back when it was first released, Aventus really was king. In fact, I've heard stories from people who say they got 12+ hours from Aventus back in 2010 and 2011.

That's what I was expecting to get or at least something close to it, but what I got wasn't even worth the $60 I paid for the decant.

Conclusion...

So, you already know which one I think you should buy. Unless, for whatever reason, you absolutely want Aventus-- like 1000% sure that you want it-- I would go for Dior Sauvage EDT.

I know people call it common and familiar and basic, but I'm telling you, if you want something that smells virtually identical to Aventus but lasts for twice as long and projects a lot stronger, go with Sauvage EDT.

I'm telling you I've done a side-by-side comparison of the two fragrances and they are 95% the same fragrance. As noted above, the only slight difference is Aventus is lighter probably because of the presence of birchwood.

Personally, I just think it's crazy that anyone would prefer to spend the $325 extra on Aventus especially considering how tight money has been lately due to the pandemic and all.

$420 is a lot of money and if I were ever to spend it on a fragrance, which I don't think I ever would, I would want ambrosia in a bottle. Something that would give me over 20 hours. Something I could put on before bed and still smell it at lunch the next day.

That's what I would want for that price. But instead what I get from Creed Aventus is something that performs like a bottle of fragrance bought from Marshall's or T.J Maxx.

I have heard from people that other fragrances by Creed are phenomenal though, so I'm definitely not saying the house is bad or anything. I'll probably try more from them later on. I definitely already have a few on my list to try.

But, in terms of Aventus, I give it two thumbs down. Definitely not for me. I'll be sticking with the Sauvage line.

What do you guys think though? I'm anticipating some push-back on this one. Do you like Creed Aventus? If so, what do you like about it? Do you think Aventus and Sauvage EDT basically smell the same? Let me know in the comments!

-Ryan S.

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Let's Talk About: Dior Homme Intense

Dior Homme Intense is one of the few fragrances that deserves the adjective "intense". It is also one of the few fragrances that, for the most part, sticks to its roots while amplifying the power of what made the original so great.

It is truly a masterfully-crafted composition with absolutely amazing performance. It is the newest bottle in my collection, but has quickly become one of my favorites.

Before I get into the review: I will be talking about the New Dior Homme Intense, released earlier this year. I heard it is not quite as powerful as the earlier formulation, but since I haven't been able to get my hands on the earlier one, I can neither confirm or deny that.

DH Intense actually reminds me a lot of the Original Dior Homme which is one of my favorites. I think that's the reason I like the former so much.

The composition of it is even simpler and more refined than the original though. Take a look at the note breakdown:

When I first apply it, I still get a burst of that amazing iris from in the original; only instead of being combined with the richness of the cocao, it is accompanied by the velvety smoothness of the musk mallow and a subtle hint of vanilla. As DH Intense dries down, I get an herbal, earthy feel from the vetiver and cedar with the pear giving it a subtle well-rounded depth.

I just have to say knowing this one is readily available in the United States makes me slightly less upset that Dior Homme Original is no longer sold here.

That's because aside from some very minute alterations, which probably only the seasoned perfume aficionado would detect, DH Intense and DH Original are essentially one and the same!

But here's where the two fragrances differ, and why I'd actually say Dior Homme Intense is an overall better fragrance: the performance on it is top-tier. Imagine Sauvage EDT with the refinement of the EDP and the mass-appeal of the Parfum. That's what you get with Dior Homme Intense.

In terms of longevity, I get an entire half a day out of this one-- something that's most often seen with an EDT, not an EDP. I only get an hour a strong projection though followed by nine hours of subtle projection. It doesn't really become a skin scent until around the ten hour mark.

Basically, Dior Homme Intense has EDT power combined with EDP performance, which makes it incredibly versatile. You could wear this one to literally any event, in any situation, around any type of person, and you'd be fine.

I think I'd even say this one has god-tier performance and versatility. If you're looking for one fragrance to wear consistently everyday, Dior Homme Intense is your fragrance.

And the best part, the icing on the cake if you will, a 100ml costs only $95! In my opinion, that's a steal! This fragrance should be in the Maison Christian Dior privy line considering the quality, performance, and and composition are all ineffably amazing.

Do yourself a favor and buy the biggest bottle of Dior Homme Intense! You can thank me later.

Have you guys tried this one yet? How does it compare to the original DH Intense? How does it compare to other fragrances in the line? Let me know what you think in the comments below!

-Ryan S.

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Dior Sauvage Parfum Revisted...Again

Sauvage Parfum is currently Dior's top-selling men's fragrance. People love it and tend to want the most value for their money which causes them to buy a 200ml bottle over the smaller containers.

Since it is their best selling fragrance it is also their most advertised fragrance. Makes sense, right?

However, while selling Sauvage, I feel like I have a lot more to say about the EDP, with it being my personal favorite. The price difference between the 200ml of the parfum and the EDP is $49 USD, which is a pretty substantial difference in the long-term.

So in order to sell the parfum to the best of my ability, I decided to wear it for an entire week to really get a good feel for it. I have to say, my thoughts haven't changed much about it, but I feel like I do have a new appreciation for it.

In this post, I'm going to, first, tell you straight-up what I think of the parfum after wearing it for a whole week and, second, how I think the parfum could be improved to make it an even better fragrance.

My Experience Wearing it...

While wearing the Sauvage parfum this week I noticed two things, both of which I kind of already knew: the composition is right-up there with the EDP and the performance is about what you would expect from a company other than Dior.

I will spend this section talking about both.

First off, the composition:

I really enjoy this one. It's definitely much more akin to the EDP than the EDT such as would be expected from a parfum. I think that the presence of mandarin orange, sandalwood, and vanilla gives the parfum a much more mellow, relaxing, and professional feel.

Personally, sandalwood is one of my favorite notes, so I love how present it is in the Sauvage Parfum.

Overall, I think it's just a well-rounded, masterfully blended fragrance; one that I could easily see myself making my signature scent.

Honestly, there's only one reason that I would think twice before doing so, and that's because of it's lackluster performance.

Now, let me clarify-- the Sauvage Parfum's performance is lackluster compared to other Dior fragrances. Every day I wore it I got a good 6 to 7 hours, which is average performance for non-Dior fragrances like Dolce & Gabanna, Versace, Giorgi Armani, et cetera.

So, it's not bad, but it's also not great. I think out of every Dior fragrance I've used the Sauvage Parfum lasts for the shortest amount of time.

This is definitely one that you're going to want to apply to your clothes. While it only lasts between 6 to 7 hours on my skin, it lasts for a very long time when applied to clothes. For example, last weekend I applied the parfum to my suit jacket-- in hopes of drawing people in-- and I'll tell you, a week later, it's still pretty strong!

But despite this minor setback, do I still think it's worth $199 for the 200ml bottle?

Yes.

Sauvage Parfum is the professional's professional scent. Composition-wise, it doesn't get much more classy. The combination of sandalwood and vanilla is one of my favorites, and it makes the parfum really easy to wear.

One more quick note: despite the parfum being Dior's top-seller, I still don't think it's a common fragrance by any means. I feel like most professional/office workers are going to be more apt to wear Blue de Chanel EDT or EDP, so by wearing Sauvage Parfum, you'll be setting yourself apart from most other guys.

How I Would Make It Better...

First off, before I say anything, I know very little about how fragrances are actually blended/made. So, when I suggest something's added to the composition, I'm speaking from a theoretical perspective based on what I have tried and experienced.

Before I get into this, let's go over what the note breakdown is in Sauvage parfum: at the top there's bergamot and mandarin orange, in the middle there's sandalwood, and at the bottom there's vanilla and tonka bean.

Now, I have three suggestions for how Dior could possibly make the parfum an even better fragrance.

The one major difference, as you might have notice, between the parfum and the other two Sauvages is that they have completely removed the ambroxan from the composition. I'm sure this was done in order to add a sense of refinement to the parfum, but I think that the ambroxan really helped increase the longevity of both the EDT and the EDP.

Therefore, by removing it from the parfum, Dior inadvertently shortened the life of the fragrance.

Considering that sandalwood is the only heart note in the parfum, I think perhaps by adding a bit of ambroxan to the heart would add a kick to the overall life of the fragrance without effecting the overall composition too much.

The second suggestion I have that could possibly make the parfum even better is by taking the vanilla in the base and moving it to the top.

Think about fragrances like Versace Eros that have vanilla in the top and tonka bean in the base. They tend to last a very long time. I'm not sure why but having both vanilla and tonka bean in the base doesn't seem to work as well as having one at the top and one at the bottom, but for whatever reason that's how it is.

I think moving the vanilla note to the top of the parfum wouldn't necessarily effect the composition of it considering I almost immediately detect the vanilla anyway. By moving the one note to the top, the parfum would not be changed and might last a bit longer.

The third way I think they could make the Sauvage parfum even better than it already is would be by adding a bit of spice to the composition.

Another key note that you probably noticed was missing from the parfum is the pepper. I think the presence of pepper is exactly what makes the other two versions last so long especially in the EDT. Much like with the removal of the ambroxan, I'm sure the pepper was removed to add a sense of sophistication and smoothness to the parfum.

The thing about pepper and spices in general is that there are many many different kinds; all of which help a fragrance last a bit longer. While something like pepper may not be a great fit for the Sauvage parfum, something like pink pepper or saffron could be exactly what the composition needs.

By altering the composition in a way noted above, Dior could relaunch Sauvage parfum as parfum intense or parfum extreme, both of which sound very promising.

Final Thoughts About Dior Sauvage Parfum...

Although Sauvage parfum doesn't blow me away in terms of performance right now, composition-wise, it is super sexy and alluring. I think I might like the scent even more than the EDP. It's that good!

It's definitely going to be a fragrance I appreciate while wearing, unlike the EDT which I'll just throw-on whenever. The parfum is definitely the Sauvage for the professional man; suit and tie is the perfect way to describe it.

It's not extremely versatile, but rather something you'll want to save for special occasions or even just to wear to work.

Overall, I would give it a solid 9.5/10. It's definitely an A-rated fragrance, and with a little work it could become a 10/10!!

-Ryan S.

Saturday, September 5, 2020

FCF #4: D&G Light Blue eau intense Vs. Versace Man eau Fraiche: Best Choice For The Summer?

The summer season is nearing its end and at this point, you've probably been consistently wearing either D&G Light Blue or Versace Man eau Fraiche. Maybe even both.

In tonight's summer finale, we're going to put Light Blue eau intense-- not the original version, although I think they're pretty similar-- head-to-head with Versace Man eau Fraiche to find out once and for all which is the better summer fragrance.

It is widely agreed upon that Light Blue eau intense is the best choice for the summer weather, so in tonight's match-up Light Blue will be the champion and Versace Man will be the contender.

As usual, both are great fragrances and deserve a spot in your collection-- although perhaps only a 50ml bottle considering they're only great in the warmer weather-- but, again, as usual, I'm going to assume you want one.

Summer may be just about over, but I think we can expect another couple months of summer-like weather at least. So which one of these fragrances should you get for the remaining weeks of summer?

Let's find out!

Round I: Composition

D&G Light Blue eau intense: Top Notes: Mandarin Orange and Grapefruit Heart Notes: Sea Water and Juniper Base Notes: Amberwood and Musk

There's a reason why Dolce & Gabanna Light Blue is considered the king of summer fragrances, and it's extremely obvious once you spray it.

This stuff is literally summer vibes in a bottle. It's immensely tropical and instantaneously makes you think about going to the beach or relaxing near the water.

When I first apply it, I immediately get a blast of the citrus notes fused with the sea water. The musk is barely noticeable at first, but as the fragrance persists the musk becomes balanced with the citrus and sea notes.

It is a very refreshing and fun composition.

For some reason too, it performs very well in the heat, which is odd considering citrus notes are usually among the lightest. It's almost like this stuff was meant to wear outdoors during the summer.

The one slight flaw with this one is that it really only makes sense to wear it during the summer unless you live in a tropical climate. I really don't see this one working well in any other kind of weather.

Versace Man eau Fraiche: Top Notes: Bergamot, Star Fruit, Rosewood, Lemon, and Cardamom Heart Notes: Sage, Cedar, and Pepper Base Notes: Musk, Amber, Woodsy Notes, and Saffron

Unlike Light Blue, which screams summer weather, Versace Man eau Fraiche is a more versatile, clean fragrance. The fruit in the top actually reminds me of a sort of counter cleaner.

That being said, it is still a very nice composition. The wood and spice kick in after an hour or so, which gives the fragrance a nice dimension that's not found in Light Blue.

The composition overall has this strangely refreshing experience about it. I actually like to keep a bottle in my freezer and apply it after a long, hot summer day.

This isn't one of my go-to fragrances, but the alluring combination of citrus, woods, and spices makes it my second favorite Versace fragrance.

One last thing: I could see this one being used consistently throughout the year as a gym scent or just something to wear casually around the house. It really is a powerful, fresh fragrance!

Winner: Both fragrances are perfectly blended for summer. I love the blend of citrus and spice in Versace Man eau Fraiche, but it isn't a smell I automatically associate with the summer. D&G Light Blue eau intense, on the other hand, reminds me immediately of summer. As soon as I spray it I think about lounging by a pool sipping a mojito. For that reason, I have to give this round to Light Blue.

Light Blue: 1 eau Fraiche: 0

Round II: Performance

D&G Light Blue eau intense: 4 hours longevity, 1 hour slight projection, projects great in the heat

Versace Man eau Fraiche: 5 hours longevity, 1 hour projection

Projection-wise, both Light Blue and Versace Man eau Fraiche are very similar. Neither, I would say are A-rated fragrances, but they're both good enough to throw on before going out for the afternoon.

I do get an hour longer longevity out of Versace Man and the projection is a bit stronger than Light Blue when initially applied, but it does not perform as good as the latter when out in the heat.

The one downside to Light Blue's performance is that, despite being the eau intense version, its projection is somewhat mellow unless out in the heat. This would make it the ideal summer choice if you were going to be spending every second of everyday outside, which I definitely don't think anyone is.

A lot of us are probably spending a good amount of time indoors with the AC on and Light Blue does not shine in such settings.

Of course, this is going to differ from person to person, but I tend to reach more for Versace Man eau Fraiche because it performs just as well both indoors and out, whereas D&G Light Blue performs really well outside but not so great inside.

Winner: I just said it, but in terms of overall performance, I have to give the round to Versace Man eau Fraiche. It's just an all around decent performing fragrance; one that you could easily rock either inside or out.

Light Blue: 1 eau Fraiche: 1

Round III: Usability

D&G Light Blue eau intense: Fun and causal, wouldn't wear professionally, somewhat versatile

Versace Man eau Fraiche: Fresh and Invigorating, could be worn casually or professionally, very versatile

In terms of versatility, Light Blue is going to have you covered for just about every social or casual event during the summer.

But again, I'm assuming most of us aren't just lounging around at the beach all day. It might be nice, but realistically, it doesn't make much sense.

I would think most of us are going to work and other places like the gym, which a scent like Light Blue wouldn't be ideal for. I actually might be able to see someone wearing it to work depending on the profession, but it's far to light to wear it to the gym.

Its best and most ideal situation is something casual outside. That's really it.

Versace Man eau Fraiche, on the other hand, is something I could see being worn for a wide variety of situations in the summer weather. Unless you intend on spending several hours on the beach or in the direct sunlight, I think Versace Man eau Fraiche would be your ideal choice.

You could wear it casually, dressed-down, or just as easily professionally, dressed-up.

I think in terms of usability, if you're looking to get the most value from your summer fragrance, Versace Man eau Fraiche is your best bet.

Winner: Although Light Blue is an extremely versatile summer fragrance, in terms of overall usability, Versace Man eau Fraiche, is the better choice for summer weather. When I think of summer weather, I think of both the heat and humidity outdoors as well as the cool chilled temperatures indoors. While Light Blue thrives in one type of climate, Versace Man eau Fraiche does well in both.

Final Thoughts: Both are phenomenal summer fragrances (I feel like I say that every week), but only one has the versatility and performance to last in multiple types of weather and possibly as a year-round fragrance and that's Versace Man eau Fraiche. If you're just looking for something that distinctly smells like summer, Dolce & Gabanna Light Blue eau intense is the fragrance for you, but if you're looking to get the most value out of your fragrance, Versace Man is the superior choice, in my opinion.

Best Summer Fragrance: [New Summer Champ] Versace Man eau Fraiche

-Ryan S.