TOP 12 Best Formal Occasion Fragrances with Redolessence + GIVEAWAY (CLOSED) 

This was a super fun video to shoot!

"Friendship transcends death. Memories made will never be forgotten and created a lasting impression on those they left behind. Everyone became a better person for having such a wonderful friend." Rest In Peace Papi Carlos until We meet again

You are truly missed Carlos Your smile could light up a room

The best thing about this video is that after that awfully hot train ride and the award ceremony, that you guys make a video so late in the day! Thanks Carlos and Steven for being great entertainers. You guys are a great duo!

Carlos we need more collaboration videos with you and Steven. It's so addicting see how passionate you two are with fragrances.

What I enjoyed most was how giddy you and Steve get when around each other. I'm usually only alike that when I'm around my absolute closest friends. This childlike innocence comes over the both of you when you guys are discussing your passion. I get like that around my best friend Martin. You guys enjoying each other's company beams off the both of you and I think that's awesome.

Still can’t believe that you’re gone. Feels like it was just yesterday when I heard the terrible news. I never knew you but always enjoyed watching your videos. You were definitely a unique individual and fragrance reviewer. Rest easy big guy. Your fans will never forget you.

What I enjoyed most was your enthusiasm and love for the fragrances you chose. It is obvious that both of you are enthralled with fragrances and it makes your videos stand out from most of the others that I watch.

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Truly miss these 2 together. Just felt right. The fragrances were always so on point also.

The three things I always get from you two that never let me down are-- passion- just that love for fragrance-- honesty- you never shy away from truthfully saying what you may love or dislike and last but not least--professionals- you both are always classy. Thanks Steven and Carlos on another great collaboration video!

I love how much you care about us. You didn't even take off the suits before you shot a video. Thanks for all you do!

What i liked about this video was that you two worked so well together and created a list that in my opinion is very strong and every fragrance on the list fits the occasion

I love this video for two reasons. 1. The enthusiasm of you both in all the fragrances. 2. I mostly wear fragrances for occasions like this and weddings and church etc. Thanks for the opportunity of the giveaway and the fun video, Carlos and Steven!

Great list! Jub XXV is my fav for formal. It just smells so opulent. And I agree about BDC. Its good for any occasion in any season!

I liked the fact of how solid this list was and the different level of fragrance from designer to niche.

I really like the both of you working together to pick these scents. With perfumes its always a personal choice....the fact that you guys worked together to pick those shows some good work. Good job fellas!

Enjoyed the fact Pardon and Terre Hermes were on this list. Feels good when I find out I have a similar (but not the same) taste as someone.

I loved how excited Carlos was about the event and all the compliments he got wearing lhomme intense

I like how you guys collaborate. You've got the raw passion of Carlos, and the professor like mannerisms of Steve. You guys are a great combo and play well together.

Love the chemistry between you two, looking sharp as well!

Like the selection you two made, I would have had a very difficult time picking a top five from the twelve. Enjoy the videos of you two together, please keep them coming.

I once wore Terre de Hermes with shorts and t-shirt and my wife hated it (never again). I wore it to an important meeting with a suit and she absolutely loved it... interesting how a dress code changes an opinion of a smell.

I really enjoy watching you guys do these videos together, you make a great team! Looking forward to the next one!

I wasn't sure what to expect, but I have learned so much! I hope someone picks you guys up and takes you to the next level. Keep it up!

I have to say, you guys are a GREAT duo, ive seen duo's but you guys just mix so very well which produces excellent reviews from two different perspectives...gentleman ..really enjoy these Duo videos ! outstanding, thanks !!

You two are fantastic! i enjoy how you both come together and bring us knowledge from two great minds.

My favorite part of the video was when you were losing your mind talking about the sea of photographers! Great video and looking sharp!

No need to apologize for including Aventus. It's king for a reason and my most complimented fragrance. More compliments than all my other fragrances combined.

Just voted...for you & Steven, of course! My favorite moment was ANYTIME you talked about TF (my absolute favorite). I also like when you say "oudy"! p.s. You and Steven look fantastic in your tuxes, Carlos!

Wow! All dressed up, you guys are beaming. Who took the biggest award? Love the list.

Nice list! I am not into very expensive frags like the one from The House of Oud. For formal occasions I like wearing things like Lalique pour Homme Leo EDP Lalique Encre Noire a L'Extreme L'Eau D'Issey Intense maybe others too, but these work very well dressed up

You guys are the greatest! I discovered my passion by listening intently to your enthusiastic reviews!

Oh my, look at these dapper gentlemen! I like the theme, a departure from all the casual summer scents. Great video, my good sirs!! :)

Great list guys! My all time favorite Formal Scent is by far is Armani Prive' Rose D'arabie ! Thanks for sharing . . . :)

I love the fact you guys don't go for the typical designer fragrances and look at a wider range of fragrances

I am really new to the fragrance world. To see these video's and know you're not here with us anymore is hurting. May your family, friends and us, your friends by way of youtube gain comfort from God our father. I really like getting dressed up and I need to get back in church. Soon and very soon, im going to grab tickets to scentsplore in NYC, ill be there 2024.

Just getting back into fragrances after a long break. Great content, thank you! I will check out some of these. Now, as a watch geek who is also into fragrances... guys, you need nice elegant, minimal watches with a tux! Think Nomos. There is a language to wearing watches, like fragrances. Bulky sports watches, you might pair those with a lower end designer fragrance but never a tux. Even a sporty Rolex is out of place with a tux. A suit, maybe ok but not a black tie event. Anyhow, love your content and just wanted to offer that since I love watches sooo much.

It's too hot for it right now, but Pardon and Oud Wood would be what I would rock to a formal event. Great Job Guy's!

I love when you guys collab! Its really nice seeing you together, i love your videos!

I loved this video and I am new into trying new fragrances, especially when it comes to formal occasions. Keep doing what you do!

I enjoy your camaraderie on the video and that many of the fragrances were not overly expensive choices:) You guys look ready to hit the town:)

Always good to see you guys together

Congrats on your nomination for the Fragrance Foundations consumer choice award! Staying up late paid off! Just voted for you guys;-)

Wow you guys look sharp!! Were you two having a revelation?? Great video as always.

Great Review Gentlemen, Carlos You Were Spot On The Prada L'Homme Intense Is On Point...wow! Love The Top Five,My List Is ReadyLol!!!

Thanks for the giveaway! I loved how excited you guys were to share your top 12. You gents looked dapper! My sample choices: 1. Prada - L'homme Intense 2. Creed - Aventus 3. House of Oud - Cypress Shade 4. Tom Ford - Oud Wood 5. Nasomotto - Pardon

Wow, class acts, the two of you, looking great! Very nice review, gentlemen, and glad you enjoyed yourself. Thanks for the formal occasion recommendations.

amazing video.....awesome list..... thanks Carlos.....thanks Steven.....you both deserve millions of likes

Is fun watching you guys making videos. Im a huge fan of both. Keep doing what you doing, it helps people with information.

Impressive list, guys. When you start your Top 5, it looks like you're playing chess. Pawn to K4, etc.

Amouage Reflection has an upscale vibe that works well with a suit.

I'm going to have to own Pardon at some point. Terre D'Hermes Parfum amazes me and I was so surprised. House of Oud is a house I need to check out. Prada may be my favorite designer house. My next Scentbird selection is Jubilation!

Loved the passion and knowledge you both brought to the table! Thanks!

Boooy both of you looking classy extra Sharp... Really Enjoyed the video... Y'all's friendship is so awesome y'all are like brother's. Keep up the Amazing work guys......

Looking super slick fellas!

Valentino uomo intense for sure it's fantastic followed by DHI.

Awesome. I love you guys opinion and it helps me when making a purchase decision. Thanks for your reviews, help, and guidance!

Thank you gents for a beautiful video

I love the tuxes the most from this video. Very classy. Would love to try Oud Wood myself. Sounds phenomenal.

your picks were on point! I agree with all of the ones I have smelt (though there still I few I haven't tried). also, how fun that you got to go to the awards show! :D thanks for the giveaway

I agree with 9 of the 12 you mention, since I have smelled all but 3 of them (Pardon, the egg, and Jub 25). I must say however that there is one frag I wish I would have seen on here (LOVE, ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS ONE) Tom Ford Noir, the EDP. I am just head-over-heels for that frag, something about it I find chocolatey, a tad just a smidge exotic (due to the slight hint of civet that makes the frag blossom!) and even the bottle itself resembles a tuxedo or a handsome charcoal suit. Great list no less!

You guys are inspiring!! You both compliment each other well two of the best reviewers, imho.. Carlos, I also like the vid's with Josie over at Osswald when do you plan on doing another one with her.

Looking sharp Carlos! You look like a Hollywood executive!

House of oud cypress or amouge jubilation is probably my pick 🤔

I enjoyed watching two penguins talk about men's fragrances. I've never seen that before. Thank you, penguins for your generous giveaway!

Very nice review guys! I always learn something new everytime i see one of your videos, either from Redolessence or Brooklyn F. Keep it going!

Solid vid and picks fellas.Slick tuxedos as well!Big ups/Blessings

Love the frag selection and the stylish tuxes.

I really liked this video,because soon i have a wedding where i have to go and i was really confused about what fragrance should i wear.

I Really Enjoyed How You Mr Carlos And Mr Steven Described In Full Detail About Each And Every Component Of All The Fragrances listed Throughout The Video Such As Tom Ford Oud Wood, Guerlain Vetiver, Prada Lhomme Intense, Valentino Uomo Intense, Chanel Mounser Pour Homme Concentre, House Of Oud Etc. Great Fabulous "Informative Insightful" Video You Both Look Great in Those Tuxedos I Would Hope To Be The Winner Of Those 5 Samples God Bless You Both Much Respect!!

another great video guys. I just love the dynamic you have together. what did I like best? Probably that I've never heard of about 1/3 of this list. I've heard really good things about the Nasomatto line. if I was to win, I would definitely include that one I think.

thanks for another awesome video guys, added a couple more to my list of fragrances that I'd like to sample in the future.

Tuxedo by YSL. Icon by Dunhill.

Great video as always guys ! Dynamic duo !

I love you guys together!

great video guys.. would love to see an exclusive designer top 12 formals

Much Respect BFL!!! I've learned a lot from your vids!!! DHI and Amen are my Formal go tos...

The _Tux Twins_ The both of you look incredible . 1725 .Love a little bit of powder for the formals .Great pick. Pardon is awesome. TdH .Sampling (Jewel for Him) today. Almost pulled the trigger on Notino's They got it for $72 pr $76 today. The both are similar though. Both are very nice. Have TdH . I really like how Guerlain uses its vetiver . Very nice pick King Creed. Gotta sample those two Prada's . Great choices Carlos and Steven.

D&G The one is a very good fragance for a suit formal occasion.Very cool video😉

Loved how much fun you guys are having!

Carlos- Steven and you work wonderfully together I love these videos you always put out top notch videos and its great seeing you working together with Steven! Keep up the great videos. I am finally gonna get my nose on creed aventus tomorrow :) I got a free sample coming in :)

I hated terre D'Hermes when I first smelled it!! Long story short, I tried a sample for around 2 days at the office and I couldn't stop smelling my self, so Good!! Its a fragrance that needs time in getting use too, then it becomes gorgeous to you! That's also what I was wearing today! Grate vid brutha!

Nice mix of scents. Some new, some old, some I've never heard of. All around a good video. You guys look like you had a great night. Thanks for the giveaway.

GOOD LUCK. JUST VOTED 4 U !!!!!!!!!

Very nice picks even dough i haven't smelled not even half of the ones you chose lol they sound amazing really enjoy watching you to in these videos you guys make keep it up 👍🏽🙏🏽

The Theme was innovative and you were really well. Love to watch your vídeos. Congratulations. 😉🥂

Looking dapper guys. Hope to try some of those soon!

Great video guys & I am so glad to see some of my ultimate favorites colognes ! I was very happy to see Carlos's passion for Tom ford & Steven's for amouage jubilation that I can't get enough of . I just got a sampler of amouage Journey man & I have to say that it took a very long time to fall in love with another Cologne & be on that level to my ultimate love .. jubilation ! I fined it very clean incense but yet daring . Your thoughts please ? Good day to you guys !

Great choices and formal fragrance tips!! I've got to smell that new Prada l homme intense,sounds good.

My oldest son's birthday is coming up I'm thinking into looking into all those fragrances to see which one I should get him. He is so stuck on Burberry touch and I tell him their is so many fragrances out there for him to switch too. By the way you guys look sharp in those suits .Love seeing the duo videos Your video chemistry is like a great fragrance on someone's skin.

Nice video guys. You guys should include. Javoy Paris incident diplomatique

A great video and right on time as I have a Black Tie event next week.

I'd agree and add GIT to the list. Fav part? ... Jubilation XXV got featured... got my second decant of it yesterday. Its heaven

Great video guys. I'm glad you had a good time

Very nice list, definitely I need to put my nose on prada l'homme intense.

Carlos, I would love you to get your nose on and review Givenchy Gentleman Only Intense, it is absolutely beautiful and classy and sadly it is not mentioned much in the frag world. Very sad.

BASALA from Shisheido, is the one for me. Is discontinued, but I love it... Great list guys!

Thanks for sharing guys! Looking great as well.

Congrats for the Red Carpet experience!!! Great frag choices!!!!