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Which Should You Buy?
A statement leather fragrance that exudes power, luxury and intrigue. The raspberry opens with brightness but quickly yields to an opulent, smoky, animalic leather core that commands attention. Not for the faint of heart.
This is a fiercely divisive beast of a leather fragrance, often hailed as an astonishingly accurate Tom Ford dupe. Prepare for a full-on, raw leather experience many love, but just as many find too animalic, smoky, or even reminiscent of an ashtray. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 7% |
| Fruity | 11% | 5% |
| Green | 17% | 7% |
| Sweet | 16% | 21% |
| Warm | 22% | 32% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 16% | 19% |
| Animalic | 20% | 27% |
| Fresh | 9% | 3% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bold combination of leather, smoky resins, rich suede and warm spices makes this ideal for fall and winter, while its sweet fruity opening gives some lift for spring. The opulence and power can overwhelm in summer heat.
Occasions
Its striking projection, richness and leathery darkness suit formal settings and night outs, but can be too commanding for office or daytime casual use. The smooth sweet-fruity side adds a seductive edge for dates.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent, statement-making leather and animalic profile, coupled with strong projection and longevity, make it unsuitable for an office setting. It's much better suited for cool weather evenings, dates, or formal events where it can make a sophisticated, bold impression without overwhelming confined spaces or casual activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Animalic, Leather, Amber accords and Jasmine, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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