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Which Should You Buy?
Dark Leather is a sophisticated, clean leather that manages to be both fresh and smoky. It's a proper grown-up scent, if a touch polarising for some. If you're after a barbershop vibe with actual leather, this is it.
Master of Essence is a bold, modern reinterpretation of classic leather-aromatic themes, delivering a distinctly masculine vibe without relying on tired cliches. It's a confident, everyday reach for the man who likes his fragrance to have a bit of an edge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 25% |
| Floral | 15% | 23% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 11% | 6% |
| Sweet | 4% | 9% |
| Warm | 14% | 7% |
| Woody | 10% | 5% |
| Earthy | 10% | 5% |
| Animalic | 26% | 26% |
| Fresh | 21% | 23% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While its clean nature makes it acceptable for an office, its confident, bold character is better suited for dates or formal events where it can make a statement. It's too substantial for athletic activities, though some find it versatile enough for year-round wear.
Seasons
Occasions
Its versatile aromatic and citrus profile makes it suitable for most casual and semi-formal settings, with enough depth for a date. The leather and musky base might be a bit much for very formal events or high-intensity sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Leather, Lavender accords and Lavender, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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