Emblem Intense is a bit of a mixed bag; some rave about its masculine, spicy fruitiness and strong performance, while others find it generic and fleeting. It's affordable, but don't expect a groundbreaking scent. A decent blind buy if you're into mass-appealing, approachable spicy freshness.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a safe, pleasant scent, while others struggle with its lack of originality, comparing it to established heavy-hitters. If you're after a loud, unique patchouli, look elsewhere, but for a generally agreeable present, it might just hit the mark.