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Strike Gold Shave Air Force One, the latest offering from Frank Misa of Strike Gold Shave , is a masterwork in gentlemanly elegance. Inspired by Pegasus Exclusif from Parfums de Marly, the modern Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by Julien Sprecher, it blends elements of a woody-oriental profile with a classic fougère to create an effervescent, alluring scent that nods to heritage men's fragrances while remaining current. The top and base are where its oriental character shows the most. The opening is dominated by pink pepper and cardamom, lifted by a dash of bergamot and smoothed by the marzipan-like plushness of heliotrope. The base also carries the familiar hallmarks of the style, amber and vanilla, steered into the woody sub-family by creamy sandalwood and a smoky shadow of oud and guaiac wood. At the heart lies a dapper floral bouquet of lavender, geranium, and jasmine, a fougère-esque motif reinforced by heliotrope's tonka-like sweetness. It's this deliberate fusion of genres which gives Air Force One its singular character: neither overly spicy nor green, but a sparkling bloom which is both fresh and gourmand, where woods, sweetness, fruits, and spice dance in a Virginia reel. Although assertive, it’s gentlemanly enough for the office while alluring enough for a night out. Air Force One feels both classic and modern, and its flexibility and sophistication make it a refined addition to any gentleman's collection. Shave Soap Scent strength: 9 Longevity: 8 The Patriot base blends premium ingredients to deliver a high-performance, structured lather. Goat’s milk amplifies density and creaminess; castor oil, glycerin, and tussah silk elevate both primary and residual slickness; while kokum and shea butters soothe the skin and support lasting hydration. The result is a quality modern artisan soap with good cushion and density, high slickness, and ample stability. Soap skin foods Aloe: light humectant which soothes irritation. Supports skin barrier to prevent water loss. Shea butter: emollient and mild occlusive which moisturizes and protects. Kokum butter: emollient and mild occlusive which moisturizes and protects. Castor oil: adds slickness and acts as light humectant. Glycerin: humectant which boosts hydration and aids in slickness. Dragon fruit: soothes redness and mild antioxidant. Chamomile water: soothes redness. Tussah silk: adds slickness and smoothes the skin. Aftershave Scent strength: 9 Longevity: 8 Aftershave skin foods Rose Water: soothes mild redness and lightly hydrates. Aloe: light humectant which soothes irritation. Supports skin barrier to prevent water loss. Witch Hazel: astringent and anti-inflammatory. Vitamin E: emollient which moisturizes and is an antioxidant. Calendula: reduces irritation. Chamomile water: soothes redness. Red Clover: antioxidant which softens skin. Visit Strike Gold Shave to learn more

Top notes: Vanilla Orchid and Jasmine Middle notes: Brown sugar and Tonka Bean Base notes: Amber, Amberwood, Musk and Patchouli H&C writes: Sublime is the first of our holiday themed launches this year. This sophisticated scent is inspired by Vanilla 28. it's a time-honored union of creamy Jasmine and rich Madagascan Vanilla Orchid, which draws out the sweet softness of Brazilian Tonka. Beautifully balanced oriental notes of Musk, Oriental, Patchouli and Brown Sugar form the distinguished wood base of this utterly sublime scent. Available here at The Razor Company

Inspired by Gucci Pour Homme II Top Notes: Bergamot, Violet Leaf Heart Notes: Black Tea, Cinnamon, Pimento Base Notes: Tobacco Leaf, Olive Wood, Myrrh, Musk Phoenix writes: A silky, refined blend of cool tea and warm spice, Doppelgänger Continuum 004 opens with fresh bergamot and green violet leaf before unfolding into a sophisticated swirl of black tea, a kiss of cinnamon, and pimento. The dry-down rests on soft tobacco leaf, smooth olive wood, and resinous myrrh, creating an elegant, meditative fragrance that just feels special. I personally get an infectious, effervescent note in this blend that keeps me returning to the bottle throughout the work day...or taking a whiff of my wrist when no one is looking (not that I care). So note again, it's more than just a tea forward scent, it's addictive. (and VERY wearable) Click here to visit Phoenix Shaving and learn more.

Frank Misa over at Strike Gold Shaves hinted that his new fragrance, Air Force One , will drop in mid-November around Veteran's Day. Here's what Frank has said so far: Air Force One 's capabilities include being a secure, mobile command center with advanced communication systems, medical facilities, and defensive technology. It can fly halfway around the world, has a full-service kitchen, a medical suite that can act as an operating room, and is equipped to conduct secure meetings and address the nation mid-air. The aircraft is also fortified against threats with features like missile jammers and electronic countermeasures. Pegasus Exclusif is a perfect fragrance for Air Force One. Fragrance Notes : Top Notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Cardamom, Heliotrope Heart Note: Jasmine, Lavender, Bitter Almond, Geranium Base Notes: Vanilla, Amber, Sandalwood, Oud and Guaiac Wood. See here to learn more.

The first cool morning flips a switch: sweaters resurface, mugs warm our hands, and suddenly vanilla, tobacco, spices, and woods just make sense. Fall scents aren’t simply “heavier”; they’re built differently with fatter mid-bases, stickier resins, and plush musks so they bloom in cold air and cling to clothes. If summer is top notes, autumn is undertones. If summer scents are fresh, light, and cool, fall is about warmth and cozy comfort. This article breaks down how perfumers architect that feeling of “glow-in-the-cold”: the raw materials, the structure, and the tricks that turn a pleasant blend into a warming blanket. The Cold Air Bloom – Heavyweights Win When it comes to fragrances, the words heavy and light are often used to describe scent strength. But they can also describe the chemistry of the ingredients. Some ingredients truly do have a heavier molecular weight than others, which in turn makes them less volatile. The key is vapor pressure, or how fast they evaporate in the open air. Lightweight = High Vapor Pressure = High Volatility Heavyweight = Low Vapor Pressure = Low Volatility Citrus, floral, and green notes have lower molecular weight and a higher vapor pressure, which makes them dissipate more quickly in the open air. This makes them perfect for warmer weather when the goal is to stay cool and fresh with bouquets that don’t stifle. Conversely, spices, woods, leaves, and resins have heavier molecular structures, which make them evaporate more slowly, causing them to linger and bloom more evenly in the cool air. Fall Scents are Fall Memories Fall fragrances are about the holidays, the cuisine, the changing weather, and the sense-memories they create. Frank Misa at Strike Gold Shave summed it up this way: “When I start thinking about a fall fragrance, it's really about capturing a feeling and a memory. It’s not just about what smells good. My inspiration comes from a lot of different places. I'll take a walk outside and pay attention to the little things: the crispness in the air or the scent of a bonfire a few streets away.” Peter Charkalis, the founder of Ariana & Evans, wrote: “Most of what we create are moments, stories, and little journeys. For me, I always find myself going back to those days growing up in Beacon. That sense of nostalgia from a simpler time will always define what autumn means to me and what would inspire the next autumn scent.” The Fall Scent Stars Tobacco: Maybe the king of all fall scent notes, tobacco straddles the Gourmand and Woody scent families and is strongly associated with fall because at its heart it’s a dried leaf that contains trace notes of honeyed hay, dried fruit, dark tea, and even a touch of leather, all in one. It’s a heavyweight with low volatility, making it linger and glow through the cool, dry air, giving it a cozy, familiar warmth. Pumpkin: Like tobacco, pumpkin is another note that is strongly associated with fall, not only because of Halloween—which is always fun—but because of its association with the harvest season, and of course that other iconic seasonal favorite, pumpkin pie. Very often fragrances reference pumpkin but don’t actually contain pumpkin oil, merely the spice mix that often accompanies pumpkin confectionaries such as ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, brown sugar, and vanilla. Technically it’s a fruit, but you’re unlikely to see anyone wearing a pumpkin scent in the heat of summer. Vanilla: Vanilla is all about sense-memory and emotion, evoking memories of baked goods, holidays, and cozy kitchens. Its aroma has a strong association with comfort and warmth. Although its molecular weight isn’t particularly heavy, it has a unique structure that makes its bonds sticky and therefore gives it a high vapor pressure causing it to evaporate slowly with an even bloom in the cold air. Just like in baking, it works well to stitch together notes of spices, tobacco, and woods to give them a rounder, more complete effect. Amber & Resins: Amber is the hallmark of the Oriental family, and to be clear amber itself is not a single material, but an accord blended from other materials to create warmth and sweetness. A resin is a distilled extract from a plant or tree, usually used to add character and depth. Classic amber mixtures usually include a resin such as labdanum, benzoin, or Tolu balsam mixed with vanilla or tonka bean (coumarin). The effect is a golden, sweet, and plush glow that rounds the edges of a fragrance. Labdanum itself has a leathery, balsamic tone, while benzoin is caramel-like, and Tolu balsam has a cinnamon-honey overtone. Ambers are very often mixed with ambergris (from sperm whales) or their synthetic equivalents (Ambroxan, Cetalox) to add a slight musky cast that contributes to warmth and depth. Clove: Clove is all about its main molecule, eugenol, which has a similar chemical structure to vanilla and guaiacol (guaiac wood), which allows our olfactory receptors to perceive it as warm, spicy, and sweet, with a whisper of smoke. It’s widely used in baking and mulled drinks around the holidays, giving it a strong, comforting, edible association. Spice: Spices bring warmth and brightness. Very often perfumers blend spices like pieces of a puzzle. For example, cardamom can provide a bright opening, warmed by cinnamon, with depth added by a dry spice like nutmeg. Spices often create Gourmand profiles that allude to the edible traditions and dishes of the fall season. Woods: Woods add depth and structure to the base of a fragrance. Cedar adds dryness, sandalwood adds creaminess, and guaiac wood adds a hint of smoke. The goal is to cozy up the scent with hints of a warm fireplace. Archetypical Fall Accords There are many classic pairings for fall fragrances, but here are the three most common: Tobacco-Vanilla Almost every perfumer tries hand at this pairing, the most famous of which may be Tom Ford’s iconic Tobacco Vanille of 2007. Both are low-volatility notes that evaporate at the same speed. They hearken to comforting pipe tobacco blends and give a mature vibe without necessarily being edible. The honeyed hay of tobacco marries perfectly with the sweetness of vanilla, creating a soft blanket of comfort and familiarity. Top: Ginger or pink pepper Heart: Tobacco absolute, tonka, honey Base: Cedar or guaiac wood, benzoin, vanilla Spiced Amber The fall Spiced Amber accords are all about heat. Opening sparks from pink pepper or ginger are fueled by the dry heat of cinnamon, saffron, or cardamom, then mellowed by the sweetness of amber, vanilla, or benzoin. Top: Bergamot, pink pepper, ginger, cardamom Heart: Cinnamon, saffron, nutmeg, clove Base: Labdanum, benzoin, vanilla, Ambroxan Woody Gourmand A broad category that captures the flavors and scents of seasonal and holiday foods, whether pumpkin pies or mulled wines. These fragrances create comfort through associations and scent-memories and lean into sweet and spicy scent notes. Top: Orange zest, pumpkin, ginger, apple Heart: Cocoa, coffee, tonka, clove, praline Base: Sandalwood, guaiac wood, cedar, resins Recommendations Ariana & Evans Lavender Noir Peter Charkalis, the founder of Ariana & Evans, has created many beloved fragrances. To say he has a heavy hand would be inaccurate, but when it comes to “heavy” ingredients is when his mastery truly shines. Although lavender isn’t traditionally associated with fall and is more of a Barbershop/Fougère mainstay, Lavender Noir is an ingenious formulation that breaks from its floral hallmark and emerges as a luscious, warm, and engrossing hybrid that straddles Woody Gourmand and Spiced Amber. While the top notes of lavender, bergamot, and mandarin provide brightness and lift, fleshed out by geranium and jasmine in the heart, the base is a rich mix of amber, vanilla, and benzoin which is given an earthy depth with coffee, patchouli, and oud. In the cool days of autumn, it wraps around you like a sweater you never want to take off. BUY HERE . Ariana & Evans The Novelist Another breakthrough, The Novelist is an innovative take on the Tobacco Vanilla genre, adding originality by introducing orange blossom, iris, and juniper to add succulence to the dry, honeyed hay of tobacco and the sweetness of vanilla. The Novelist is like a rich coffee that you want to inhale deeply. BUY HERE . Phoenix Shaving Atomic Pumpkin A beloved fragrance of the wet-shaving community that has become a staple of the fall catalog, Atomic Pumpkin marries a classic Bay Rum with organic pumpkin seed oil. So strong is the pumpkin that at times it smells like the fresh scoopings from a newly carved jack-o’-lantern. BUY HERE . Strike Gold Shave Uncle Jumbo The lightest of our recommendations, Uncle Jumbo sits between a Floral Oriental and a Woody Gourmand. Based on Layton by Parfums de Marly, it masterfully blends apple and mandarin with the warmth of black pepper and cardamom, adds a touch of smoke with guaiac wood, and adds a creamy sweetness with sandalwood and vanilla. A gentlemanly scent appropriate for fall, which can be worn in any setting. BUY HERE . Ariana & Evans Vanille Vendetta The ultimate vanilla fragrance, which also straddles a Spicy Amber and a Woody Gourmand, Vanille Vendetta is a decadent confection for the skin. Intense vanilla is spiked with the dry heat of coriander, smoothed by sandalwood, and given the hazy depth of musk and amber. Few scents can match its radiance of pure comfort in the chill of fall. BUY HERE . Phoenix Shaving Malbolge A leafy tobacco accord evocative of fall that swaps vanilla for burnt sugar and benzoin. It has an earthy richness that radiates warmth, with a potpourri nuance from the deft blending of anise, citrus, and patchouli. BUY HERE . Westman Bastardo A Bay Rum that leans into the Spiced Amber family. Few Bay Rums are as expertly balanced. Bastardo adds a juicy orange top note to clove, cinnamon, bay leaf, and rum, then underpins it with vanilla, patchouli, and woods. Some will think it’s a pumpkin accord, but only because of its spice mix which resembles the delicious baked goods of the season. Warm and joyful. Perfect for the holiday season. BUY HERE . Martin de Candre Magellan Magellan shifts direction from the green coolness of its Original fragrance, based on lavender, mint, and rosemary, into the warmer and heavier spices of cinnamon, clove, and thyme. Magellan has the same signature balance and depth of all MdC fragrances, but brings a welcome new sweetness and warmth that is perfect for fall. BUY HERE . Reuzel Wood & Spice Few scents deliver clove better than Wood & Spice. A lemony opening is dried down with cedarwood and given a deep, luxurious heart of cloves. A warm, caramel-esque spice blend that pairs well with almost any spice or wood blend and can be dressed up or down. The perfect catch-all for fall. BUY HERE .

Here's what Joe Dean said so far: Applewood Pumpkin This isn’t your typical sweet, gourmand pumpkin pie fragrance. I started this scent with smooth, fresh woods, blending together applewood, Virginian cedar and fir needle. Then I added some of the typical pumpkin pie spices and a couple unconventional, warmer spices such as cardamom and black pepper. The scent is finished with a touch of vanilla sugar to smooth it all out and bring the fragrance together. This one is warm, fresh and spicy with just a hint of sweetness. Scent notes: Applewood, Pumpkin Puree, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon leaf, ginger, Virginian cedar, fir needle, vanilla sugar

Ariana & Evans will be holding its fall Open House on November 15, from 1-5pm. Location: 290 Main Street, Ansonia CT. All items will be discounted by at least 20%. The event will include new releases, giveaways, food and drink. See here for a recap of the even in June 2025. Visit Ariana & Evans to learn more about their products.

Not much is known but here are the scent notes. Koa Mahina is a blend of Teakwood, Santal, Cedar, Sandalwood, Amyris, Coconut, Benzoin, Tonka Bean, Cardamom, Coconut Milk Moon Soaps are Available at the Razor Company.

The Razor Company is collaboration with a group of leading artisans from the Wet Shaving community released the full line of Never Alone 5 products including shave soap, aftershave splash, aftershave serum, pre-shave oil, razor, towel, and brushes. The scent notes in the fragrance are pink grapefruit, clementine, orange blossom, petitgrain, cardamom, sugar, black pepper, orris, ambroxan, vetiver and Virginia cedar. The product line was developed to commemorate National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA), Canadian Mental Health Association PEI (Canada) and Alliance of Hope (USA). Visit The Razor Company for Full Details

Strike Gold Shave will drop its 3rd installment in the "Lewiston Clarkston Expedition" series on September 25th, 2025. Fragrance notes Top notes: Grapefruit, Bergamot, Black Currant Heart notes: Vetiver, Green Mandarin, Geranium Base notes: Dry Woods, Ambergris, Cashmere Woods Shave Soap Ingredients Stearic Acid, Tallow, Aloe Vera, Shea Butter, Potassium Hydroxide, Kokum Butter, Goat Milk, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance, Castor Oil, Glycerin, Dragon Fruit, Chamomile, and Tussah Silk.  Splash Ingredients Denatured Alcohol, Rose Water, Purified Water, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Fragrance, Vitamin E, Calendula, Chamomile & Red Clover Extract. Visit Strike Gold Shave to learn more r and protect your skin after shaving.Ingredients: Denatured Alcohol, Rose Water, Purified Water, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Fragrance, Vitamin E, Calendula, Chamomile & Red Clover Extract.

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements - Sun Down Picture it: 1963. The everyday man walks with confidence, knowing he's got something up his sleeve, or rather, on his skin and up his sleeve. That something was Sun Up, a legendary scent from Gillette that captured the essence of masculine elegance in just a splash. Fast forward to now, and we’re once again resurrecting the spirit of that golden era with Sun Down, our homage to a classic aftershave that’s been missing from our shelves for far too long. Scent Profile: A Nod to the Bold Top Notes: Lemon, Petitgrain, and Bergamot kick off with a sharp citrus burst, waking you up like the first light of dawn. Middle Notes: Lavender, Rose, and Clary Sage bring an herbal floral heart, balanced with just the right amount of freshness. Base Notes: The real magic lies in the finish, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Sandalwood, and a hint of Animalic Musk, creating a warm, earthy dry-down that lingers long after the sun has set. This is a fragrance for the man who moves through life with confidence and quiet power. Whether you're tackling your day or stepping into the twilight of an unforgettable evening, Sun Down shines anytime! See Sun Down Here Strike Gold Shave - Fear City Fear City" was a nickname given to New York City in the 1970s, especially around 1975, when the city was facing a severe financial crisis, rising crime, and major budget cuts to police and city services. The term really took off when a group of NYPD officers’ unions launched a campaign against proposed cuts to the police department. They handed out a pamphlet called “Welcome to Fear City: A Survival Guide for Visitors to the City of New York” to tourists arriving at airports and bus terminals. Fragrance Notes Top Notes: Lime, Neroli, Lavender and Bitter Orange, Metallic Notes Middle Notes: Black Tea, Tobacco, Gunpowder, Leather, Pink Pepper and Woody Notes Bottom Notes: Patchouli, Vetiver, Civet and Tagetes and Birch Tar See Fear City Here Hendrix Classics & Co - King of the City King of the City is a masterfully sculpted fragrance that dances between light and shadow, energy and elegance. It opens with a radiant burst of citrus, sharp and sunlit, layered with cool fresh accords that feel like a breeze against sun-warmed skin. As it deepens, the heart pulses with aromatic herbs and fresh spices, crackling with vitality and grounded in confident complexity. The warmth unfurls slowly—molten amber glows beside smoky, fire-lit undertones and dry, noble woods, creating a magnetic tension. A veil of powdery softness adds polish, while rich balsamic resins lend a smooth, luxurious finish that clings to the skin like second nature with undeniable presence. Notes King of the City is a most refined olfactory experience. This distinguished formulation opens with a lively burst of citrus and mint, enlivened by pink pepper, aldehydes, and a trace of coriander, stirring the senses with vigor. At its heart, a warm tincture of ginger and nutmeg mingles with jasmine and melon, balancing spice and sweetness with uncommon grace. The base settles into noble woods, glowing amber, and sacred incense, anchored by the depth of patchouli, labdanum, and amberwood. A composition worthy of any of taste—measured, magnetic, and most enduring. See King of the City Here

Here's the profile from Noble Otter . Scent notes: Bergamot, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Freesia, Lily of the Valley, Plum, Musk, Puddle's Ripple When the rain shows up, everything gets quiet for a second. The air lifts. Color comes back. Rainroot is our take on that calm, bright moment. It starts crisp with bergamot, a little green snap from tea tree and eucalyptus, and that clean, cool feeling you only get when the sky finally breaks. Give it a minute and the softer parts come through. Freesia and lily of the valley add a small bloom around the edges, nothing heavy, just enough to feel like light catching on wet leaves. There’s a hint of plum that rounds it out so it never reads sharp or harsh. As it settles, the whole thing goes smooth and easy. A quiet musk keeps it close to the skin. Then there’s Puddle’s Ripple. Think of that last shimmer that runs across the street after the storm, the little movement that tells you the day just reset. That’s the feeling we wanted to capture. Arlo’s in a yellow rain jacket this time, out for a walk in that silver, rain-washed air. No drama. Just clarity, lift, and a clean finish. Will be Available at the Razor Company here