For me, applying a fragrance is as much a part of my daily grooming as the shower. I am aware that others have a sensitivity to it, so I try to take care that I use it sparingly and in a way that only those closest to me can be aware of it.

I would object to any attempts to ban it at the office, as I find unmasked body odors as objectionable as others find my cologne. I would support well-ventilated offices and any policy that fosters open communication, so that when people do stuff that bothers others, we can find ways of working it out.

As an occasional choral singer, it is not uncommon to be asked (as a group) to skip the colognes other heavily fragranced products. The close proximity of others and physical effort involved necessitates that. Unfortunately, the same attention is not paid to good oral and physical hygiene. Strong halitosis is just as noxious as too much Chanel No. 5, in my book.

Regards,
Rex in Cincinnati