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I love the smell of 'nana in the morning!
Rating: 5/5
I wasn't aware of the EdP. Looks like you'll be loving that smell all day :)
I receive compliments every time I wear it.
Saturday, January 6, 2024: Experiencing Frenchness
I had passed this afternoon the TI on the stones (with a progression from 6k to 10k, and finishing at 12k). For an additional French touch, I used Narcisse. The shave went great, and the blade is very confortable. Unfortunately, this was also the first time since a very long period that I nicked my ear. But overall, this was a very nice shave.
Have a good night!
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M-x butterfly
C-x C-c
Bangarang and Rawr have a similar inspiration: a feeling of nostalgia for a carefree childhood. This manifests quite differently in the two scents though, with clean, fresh, vernal rawr and sweet, slightly dirty Bangarang. I used to think that the two fragrances don't pair well together, but when I sniffed them together a few days ago, setting up some SOTD combos, I realised that I've changed my mind. The Moos recalls a similar green and a bit floral theme from Rawr. This is a good combo that I've had lying around my den for a long time, but never tried.
In related news, the #Talcening continues, this time without need for the bomb squad. Only small powder puffs escaped and I didn't end up looking like Marie Antoinette. #progress
I didn't end up looking like Marie Antoinette
Talcening++;
January 6, 2024
This tub of Varen only has 2 (maybe 3) shaves left in it. It'll be missed.
Sni smelled amazing today. I applied it my wet face, and wiped off the excess on account of it being stronk. It did the trick. When toned down, it's a really nice scent.
- Razor: Gillette Red Tip Super Speed
- Blade: Personna GEM PTFE (3)
January 6, 2024
Brush: Wolfman WRB2 Bronze w/AP Shave Co MiG 26mm Premium Hybrid
Razor: Wolfman Razors WR4/WRH3
Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Sharp Dressed Man - Soap
Toner: Thayers - Cucumber - Toner
Aftershave: Stirling Soap Co. - Sharp Dressed Man - Aftershave
Fragrance: Creed Green Irish Tweed
Talc: Yardley Classic
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2 passes. Face lather. Excellent shave.
"'Cause every girl crazy 'bout a Sharp Dressed Man", That Little Ol' Band from Texas.
To me, this is the most cleverly named fragrance in Stirling's "Man" series. I wouldn't change a thing on this one. I'm finishing out my Creed series today. These scents are just so well done with balance and strength. Very impressive.
Very enjoyable shave today. I really appreciate the design, material, and workmanship on this razor and brush. Love the heft, also.
Very nice lighting, this picture looks great!
Thank you!
