How To Smell Like "Old Money" (10 Classic Men's Fragrances)
About this video
Centeno discusses classic fragrances associated with ‘old money’ elegance, explaining the olfactory characteristics that convey sophistication and timeless style. He recommends specific perfumes across various scent profiles—including citrus, woody, herbal, spicy, and earthy notes—that embody understated wealth and refinement, and provides guidance on selecting fragrances appropriate for different seasons and occasions.
Key takeaways
- Centeno argues that ‘old money’ fragrances are characterized by citrus, lavender, woody, spicy, and earthy notes that convey timeless sophistication and control
- Centeno recommends specific fragrances including Dior’s Eau Sauvage Parfum, Chanel’s Égoïste, Creed Green Irish Tweed, and Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille as exemplars of classic elegance
- Centeno advises that woody notes like cedar and vetiver, herbal notes like lavender and rosemary, and earthy notes create depth and warmth associated with refined taste, while cautioning against overly aggressive spice blends
Episode details: published July 15, 2023 · 162K views · 10:20 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Antonio Centeno’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.
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