Russian Leather EDP
| EDP | Concentration | |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2021 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ciel D'Orage
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.
A truly evocative, woody experience that's both challenging and captivating. It's a proper grown-up scent, best suited for those who appreciate a journey into the deeper, greener side of perfumery, though some might find its potency a bit much.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong, distinctive woody and aromatic profile, Ciel D'Orage is a bit much for the office. It's better suited for formal occasions where its sophisticated depth can shine, or for a casual evening out.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, woody, fresh spicy
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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