African Leather
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2020 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Lost Paradise
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a head-turner, no doubt. African Leather is a captivating spicy-leather that manages to be both distinctive and broadly appealing, if you can get past the price and potential batch variations.
This isn't for everyone, but if you're into unapologetically bold, animalic scents with a vintage twist, Lost Paradise is a must-try. It's divisive for sure, but those who 'get' it are utterly captivated.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 17% | 20% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 15% | 13% |
| Warm | 35% | 21% |
| Woody | 18% | 9% |
| Earthy | 21% | 21% |
| Animalic | 18% | 34% |
| Fresh | 6% | 3% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its strong projection and noticeable sillage, African Leather might be a bit much for a conservative office, but reviewers often wear it there, suggesting moderate application. Its unique blend of spicy leather makes it a fantastic choice for dates and formal events, though perhaps too refined for casual wear during the day.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its intense animalic and leather accords, this is too assertive for most office environments, but perfect for a bold statement on a date or formal evening out. Its 'beast mode' performance also makes it less suitable for casual wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Animalic, Warm Spicy, Leather accords and Leather, Geranium notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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