Russian Leather EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2017 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Complex 2020 EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Don't be fooled by the name - this ain't your grandad's 'Russian Leather'. It's a 'frozen fougère' that captures a cold, piney forest wonderfully, but its subtle leather accord and barbershop vibe means it's not punching above its weight in the leather category. A divisive one, with performance niggles.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, a punchy, unapologetic beast that makes no apologies and demands attention. It's not for everyone, many will find it repulsive, but for the bold few, it's a unique statement piece.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its generally subdued performance and fresh, clean barbershop feel make it suitable for office and casual wear without being overpowering. The sophisticated, cool aura also works for informal dates, but it may lack the gravitas required for formal events and is too subtle for active sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
This is definitely not an office-friendly scent; its intense and polarising nature would be far too disruptive. It's best suited for formal or niche evening events where a bold, artistic statement is appreciated, as it projects powerfully and has a long-lasting presence.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, fresh spicy, green
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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