Portfolio Elite for Men

This takes the original and turns it up a notch and dresses it up and adds an interesting sweetness to it. This was meant to be the "fancy-shmancy" version of Portfolio but it is really so much more... White currants (something like a cross between lychees and grapes)added to the green apple and smooth out its scent and takes the sour "bite" out of it, artemisia adds a bitter green that balances this sweetness perfectly.The caraway and cardamom spice it up a bit in th heart but do not get carried away due to the muguet and geranium. The top and heart blend seemlessly and I really can't tell where one ends and the other begins other than the spices & florals balancing out the bittersweet opening.The base notes, which you would expect(I did) to be overly oriental and mad woody are subtle, refined and rich. The tonka is warm along with the amber, the musk is light and clean, and the cedar, vetiver and oakmoss blend so well they are almost like one note sung by three different voices in harmony. The compliments really come with this one, and since it can be found in most discount stores at a decent price, pick one up because if you don't like it someone else will definitely appreciate this for a gift... Sillage: good Longevity: decent Overall: 4.5/5 When I saw a .25 oz travel spray on a website on clearance for 1.95 USD I figured why not? This is a stunning fragrance and I will soon be getting a larger bottle. It takes the original and adds some exotic flare without getting too weird and comes up with something that can be worn out and makes an impression while not offending any delicate noses, or it can be worn around the house,just for you...this fragrance is pleasing without being too layered or complicated and IMHO should be in every man's collection...

This is actually like having two fragrances. For the first hour, it is shaving cream, complete with lavender, geranium and, to me, anise, plus a zesty top (I personally get a lime scent) and a touch of woods. Quite straightforward. But just when you think you know what this is, it morphs a bit. The shaving cream remains, but it steps back to allow the cardamom, gardenia, musk, amber and tonka (and extra cedar) to present a smooth, slightly sweet, slightly herbal, accord. This is never sharply herbal in the way that Paco Rabanne PH or Azzaro PH is, and I wouldn't say this is especially green, but there is enough to present an aromatic trio of shaving cream, light herbals and smooth amber/woody base. Wear time is 6 hours for me, with arm's length projection for the first 2 hours. Good for office, casual, possibly formal, and possibly intimate if your significant other is over 35 years old or has fond memories of a father or uncle who would have worn this type of fragrance as a signature fragrance. This is fully masculine yet not at all aggressive. Absolutely blind-buy safe for fougere lovers, a full step up for those who swear by Pinaud Clubman.

I recently ran out of chrome Azzaro and I was looking for a replacement... This fits that need quite nicely. I was able to get a 3.4 ounce bottle with deodorant from Burlington for only $15. It has that same old school Soapie fresh vibe that I love about Azzaro.. got a compliment on the first day that I wore it which, let’s be honest lads, is a really big reason why we all wear fragrances! If you get a chance pick it up you won’t be disappointed.

Portfolio Elite has turned out to be one of my best blind buys. Musky and spicy, but with a hint of sweetness that makes it approachable. The smell is hard to describe, but it smells like a classic cologne with a hint of fruits and spices. Classic yet modern, Portfolio Elite is a cologne I wear on more formal occasions (i.e. weddings, conferences, etc) since it smells very professional. Fills a much needed niche in my fragrance wardrobe.

Ok here's the deal. If you want to smell like the inside of a can of Barbasol, buy this. I don't mean that with any negative connotation. I LOVE this stuff. This is a cheapie gem, no doubt. A 100ml can be had for $15 or less. It's got decent performance and no doubt has the barbershop fougere vibe. Get it. You won't regret it. And if by chance you do, it was $15.