Cuir de Russie Eau de Parfum bottle Cuir de Russie
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2016 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££££
Cuir Cannage Eau de Parfum bottle Cuir Cannage

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cuir de Russie
Chanel's Cuir de Russie EDP is a classy, delicate floral leather, though some mourn the lost potency and 'skank' of its predecessor. It's a scent of quiet luxury, but don't expect it to shout; performance is a common complaint amongst those who loved the EDT original.
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Our Verdict - Cuir Cannage
This is simply one of the best leather fragrances out there, a rich, complex scent that's been tragically discontinued. Owners love it, and if you can snag a bottle, prepare for an absolute masterpiece that'll turn heads and leave a lasting impression.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20% 10%
Floral 33% 43%
Fruity 4% 2%
Green 2% 5%
Sweet 19% 18%
Warm 11% 9%
Woody 11% 13%
Earthy 10% 12%
Animalic 17% 15%
Fresh 10% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cuir de Russie EdP
Cuir Cannage EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 37% vs 35%
Bergamot 31% vs 27%
Only in Cuir de Russie
Mandarin 32%
Only in Cuir Cannage
Ylang-Ylang 37%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 27% vs 21%
Rose 20% vs 18%
Only in Cuir de Russie
Ylang-Ylang 29% Tobacco 23%
Only in Cuir Cannage
Leather 32% Iris 27%
Shared Notes
Birch 32% vs 25%

Accords

Cuir de Russie Cuir Cannage
100%
Leather
100%
70%
White Floral
62%
65%
Smoky
63%
58%
Woody
63%
Iris
62%
58%
Yellow Floral
48%
57%
Sweet
48%
55%
Animalic
57%
55%
Citrus
Powdery
54%
49%
Amber
46%
Tobacco
Leather shared
100%
100%
White Floral shared
70%
62%
Smoky shared
65%
63%
Woody shared
58%
63%
62%
Yellow Floral shared
58%
48%
Sweet shared
57%
48%
Animalic shared
55%
57%
55%
54%
49%
46%

Performance

Cuir de Russie Cuir Cannage
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Cuir de Russie

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its refined, moderate sillage makes it suitable for office wear, but it truly shines in formal or sophisticated date settings. The luxurious, understated character, coupled with reports of inconsistent longevity, makes it less suited for casual or sporty activities.

Cuir Cannage

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Cuir Cannage is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's a bit too 'beastly' for the office but absolutely perfect for formal events and dates, with many reviewers praising its sexy, grown-up vibe.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
94%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Leather, Woody, Smoky accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cuir de Russie
Cuir Cannage
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