Claiborne for Men

This was my first signature scent, back in the early 90s, so I might be a little biased here, but I really like this stuff. It does have a synthetic quality to it, but its not a BAD synthetic quality. To me it smells like orange peels floating in soapy water. With a wildflower patch nearby (but not too close, this isn't really floral, but there's some depth to it with a green floral tilt) This fragrance also has a salty vibe to it if you smell it right on your skin - it isn't that pleasant. It is much better smelled indirectly. It is good for about 8-9 hours on my skin. After that it is a typical leather/wood/amber base, which is fine, but not what I want. I think this is worth a look if you see it cheap at Marshall's/TJMaxx. It is a good, fresh, clean scent for summer that isn't an aquatic at all.

This is the centerpiece of a cluster of fragrances that I have bought basically for shipping that are among my favorites (the cluster to the right of it is the $90 and up stuff that I cannot stand to wear, my idea of a private joke). Somewhere here (I think) is a review that says that it smells like an expensive hotel soap. That's consistent with one of the things I like best about this - it goes great with the Gilchrist and Soames English Spa line of bath products; it's a perfect match. I have tried this from both old (translucent) and new (clear) bottles and cannot detect any difference. This is one of the best values in men's colognes IMO.

I have been re-visiting Claiborne for Men every six months or so for the four years I have had my bottle. I'm very surprised how well it has aged almost transforming into a different scent. The hot mess synthetic vibe has disappeared allowing the Melon and Floral notes to really shine. I have also noticed the base notes feel more robust giving my bottle a some depth and a more rounded feel. I think the trick is to buy a used bottle that has aged a few years or try to find an old vintage bottle, the magic of Claiborne for Men just isn't in a brand new bottle.

I totally forgot about this cologne . I Bought it awhile ago and it somehow got lost in my collection. But after wearing it again I can honestly say this still has an amazing scent! a little bit on the soapy side but it has decent longevity and good silage. this is a perfect cologne for daily use. Overall I would rate this 7.5 i have just realized there are now 2 versions . the new version which is in a clear bottle and the vintage version which is in a frosty bottle as shown in the pic. scent seems to be similar but the vintage has much more longevity

Just Received an Original Vintage 50 ml splash bottle of this yesterday. Man, it's Beautiful!!! Very Nice Makeup/Lipstick smell to my Nose that brings me back to my Childhood days. I don't mean feminine when I say this is Makeup/Lipstick like to me but I mean it in a Unisex way I guess. Either way, I Absolutely Love it and am kind of Curious about the current formulation.Might have to pick up a bottle as it's cheaper by the gallon than Gasoline. I'll let you all know my thoughts if I do.