“I received the same packet. I'm always looking for new colognes to try. None of them stick out to me. I feel like they all smell similar. One of them exactly like Graphite. I'm wondering of there is a manufacturer that makes this an just bottles it with different names? I was really hoping to like one of them to buy a bigger bottle. Hopefully the 2nd round of trying them.”
“Really great way to sample the scents. I was pleasantly surprised that the samples were in much larger spray vials than expected (meaning you’re able to try a scent for more than just a day). I’m currently trying to decide which one is my favorite!”
“UPDATE ON REVIEW: Just a day after leaving my review (see below) an owner of Guy Fox sent a personal email thanking me for my review and offering me a $30 discount on VINCE. I promptly purchased the cologne. The best part was he didnt get upset with my review, but agreed with some of my points (even though I didn't sugar coat anything). That to me, is the sign of a real business man. One who grows from criticism and doesn't get petty. It's experiences like this that make me happy to pass my hard earned cash on to another small business working hard for their cut. Keep it real & God bless
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
I tried the "sample set" ($35) which has 7 cologne samples. For $43 extra ($78 total) I could have got the same 7 samples + a full bottle of cologne. This is called the "starter kit" and it's only $10 more than a full bottle. This is an awesome idea, BUT why would I pay $78 up front if I'm not sure I'd like any samples? I just found this company on IG, it was too big a risk.. but I figured $35 wasn't a big risk. I needed some small cologne samples for traveling anyways. Well turns out, 1 of the 7 colognes are worth purchasing. They're all decent but not super memorable. However "Vince" is amazing. It's basically Abercrombie & Fitch but better. I promise I'm not being biased (my name is Vince).
So I regretted not purchasing the "starter kit" so I reached out to GUY FOX to see if they would send me a voucher to get "Vince" at the $27 discount that "starter kit" people get. They said no, but I can save 10% on my first purchase.. basically $7 savings.
What? Common. In my opinion, just get rid of the "starter kit" ($78) and push the "sample kit" ($35). And when selling the "sample kit" entice the buyer by saying if they like one of the scents, they can get a full bottle for $27 off.. this would be a less confusing way of doing business and would HOOK, LINE, and SINKER a customer like me.
So will I purchase "Vince" anyways? Nah. Not unless they offer a $27 discount. Honestly there's a lot I love about this business.. they're local, small, made in USA, they have awesome branding and aesthetic.. I just think they're a little disingenuous saying they're cutting out the middle man and offering a cheaper more premium "natural product" charging $68 for 1.7fl oz is not cheaper than a designer brand. Plus A&F offers their iconic smell for $10 cheaper.
Another piece of feedback: Cut the cologne options in half. Preston, Marra, Nelson & JP are more light, feminine and wear off too soon (sorry guys). Tyler smells good and last long but basically is Hollister SoCal. Jefe is great but is essentially Aqua di Gio but less iconic. Vince is #1. Not sure about nightcap or the other 3, but again too many options.
In closing.. I really want to support this small business but they weren't compelling enough. In the days of 1,000's of colognes and online shopping you gotta be wise to hook someone. I'd consider crawling back and purchasing Vince if they made it more affordable. Hope this criticism is constructive and helpful.”
“Tried a squirt of each of the sample when my wife and friend around and they each like a different one best. I’m going to try JP first and once it runs out try another and so on….might be too early for a review for me on what I like best”
