Opus VII – Reckless Leather
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2023 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Tobacco D'Feu
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a proper love-it-or-hate-it punch to the senses. This one's an acquired taste, divisive as they come, and unapologetically bold. If you can handle the intensity, you're in for a complex, masterful journey.
This one is definitely not for everyone, and you'll need a tolerant nose to get past the challenging opening. Expect a bold, spicy tobacco hit that some find divine and others utterly repulsive. Proceed with caution - it's a love-it-or-hate-it beast.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 10% |
| Floral | 1% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 7% | 2% |
| Sweet | 12% | 11% |
| Warm | 29% | 34% |
| Woody | 17% | 21% |
| Earthy | 18% | 20% |
| Animalic | 35% | 22% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its powerful projection and challenging, heavy spice and animalic accords, this is utterly unsuitable for an office or casual daytime wear. It's best reserved for formal evening occasions or intimate date nights where its luxurious and bold nature can shine without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold and potentially polarising nature, especially the strong cumin opening and dry tobacco heart, makes it less suitable for formal or office settings. Several reviews suggest it's more for personal enjoyment or casual wear among those who appreciate its unique profile, rather than a crowd-pleaser for dates. While performance is a mixed bag, its strong character keeps it from being an everyday workhorse.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Leather, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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