This is so funny. I find cologne and perfume to be overwhelming in general. A few years ago, my husband started wearing cologne regularly and I would beg him to only do one or two sprays.
He worked in an office and mostly wore it to work.
It became a funny joke between us.
I’m realizing how insane this sounds, but it made us laugh so I’ll share anyway.
I would kiss him goodbye before he sprayed the cologne. He kept it by the door so he sprayed it on right as he was leaving so I didn’t have to “experience” it much.
Ultimately, I think it’s best for Emma to have a kind and open conversation with her husband. If he really loves this cologne, she could suggest that he save it for occasions when he is not with her (e.g. work, going out with friends, etc).
I dealt with this with my teenage son. He was using Axe body spray. I hid it and he forgot about it. I bet if you replace the bottle of cologne with another one he probably won't know the difference. I'm very scent sensitive so I've downright told my husband when I can't stand his scent. Ain't gonna live like that ... to quote comedian Nate Bargatze.
Great answers, Alexis! You're going to become the next Ask Auntie. I love this column and can't wait to see what other questions come in.
Thanks, Shelby! I'm enjoying this column too! That's smart to hide your son's Axe body spray. I can't speak for Emma, of course, but if I hid my boyfriend's things, he might catch on! Of course, depends on what it is because there are so many things he just doesn't "see". LOL MEN. hehe
Jeez...just say it
That shit is awful 🤪
lol. That would prob be a lot easier! But less fun. Hehe.
This is so funny. I find cologne and perfume to be overwhelming in general. A few years ago, my husband started wearing cologne regularly and I would beg him to only do one or two sprays.
He worked in an office and mostly wore it to work.
It became a funny joke between us.
I’m realizing how insane this sounds, but it made us laugh so I’ll share anyway.
I would kiss him goodbye before he sprayed the cologne. He kept it by the door so he sprayed it on right as he was leaving so I didn’t have to “experience” it much.
Ultimately, I think it’s best for Emma to have a kind and open conversation with her husband. If he really loves this cologne, she could suggest that he save it for occasions when he is not with her (e.g. work, going out with friends, etc).
That’s really funny! Smart solution. Thanks for sharing.
I dealt with this with my teenage son. He was using Axe body spray. I hid it and he forgot about it. I bet if you replace the bottle of cologne with another one he probably won't know the difference. I'm very scent sensitive so I've downright told my husband when I can't stand his scent. Ain't gonna live like that ... to quote comedian Nate Bargatze.
Great answers, Alexis! You're going to become the next Ask Auntie. I love this column and can't wait to see what other questions come in.
Thanks, Shelby! I'm enjoying this column too! That's smart to hide your son's Axe body spray. I can't speak for Emma, of course, but if I hid my boyfriend's things, he might catch on! Of course, depends on what it is because there are so many things he just doesn't "see". LOL MEN. hehe
Sniff the air and say "who sprayed fly spray?"
Hahahah good one!
Maybe say, "I've become more sensitive to scent lately and I'm finding your cologne to suddenly smell bad."
That’s a very good and rational way to approach it. You are much better at giving advice than me. Lol
Hehe. I’ve tossed old stained tshirts and hubby didn’t notice.
Haha. Good to know!