A recent TikTok trend has been going around, where a fragrance is compared to a dupe to see if the more expensive one is worth its price tag. Among numerous comparisons, one famous example is Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Baccarat Rouge 540 versus Ariana Grande's Cloud EDT - both feature a gourmand cotton candy-like note with hints of sweet spices. Many - including this writer, who has been in the business for eight years - could not tell the difference at first whiff. As both fragrances dried down over a few hours, differences in other aspects, including longevity, sillage and finish, became more apparent.
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A Perfect Fifth
Equal parts talented and polished in their craft as they are endearing and fearless jesters, six-piece idol group P1Harmony is quickly becoming staples in everyone’s feeds and FYPs. As they embark on the fifth year of their career, Men’s Folio speaks to members Keeho and Intak to understand how they have finetuned this resonance in joy to spread so far and wide.
Word Of Art
Montblanc's new writing instrument pays tribute to the art of calligraphy.
A Slithering Year
Slither into the Year of Wood Snake with the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Lunar New Year Limited Edition and John Walker & Sons XR 21 Year Old.
His And Hers
Forget couple watches. Commemorate your relationship with just one you can both wear.
Love Letters From Jes Jespipat
Much like the Grand Seiko that rests on his wrist as an emblem of timeless craftsmanship, Jes’ devotion to his craft is palpable beyond digital screens. To him, love comes in many forms that can manifest beyond being in each other's embrace.
Humanity is Plural
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Unravelling Earth's Verdant Enigma
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Reimagined Classics
Hennessy's new serpentine collaboration has all the right curves and flavours.
Take Flight
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Lust for Lustre
With the expansion of the social media universe, the role of jewellery in self-expression and its place in our consciousness have shifted dramatically. Rarity and hefty prices nowithstanding, jewellery is claiming a growing share of this generation's wallets. We delve into its allure and mystique.
