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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 1996 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cuir Mauresque
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A daring, refined leather scent where smoky spice and star anise meet a warm, animalic base. Opulent but never brash, this is a statement of dark sophistication for those who crave the unconventional.
This is a bold, complex leather that you'll either adore or recoil from. It's an intoxicating classic that demands attention, but be warned: some find its vintage animalic edge too much to handle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 4% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 27% | 21% |
| Warm | 48% | 43% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 18% | 15% |
| Animalic | 19% | 26% |
| Fresh | 1% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The deep leather, tobacco, and amber notes create warmth and richness best suited to cold and cool weather, making it ideal for fall and especially winter. It can work in early spring but is too dense for summer heat.
Occasions
This scent's rich, spicy-leathery profile is refined enough for formal events or evening dates and distinctive for casual wear. Its projection is moderate, but the bold character and animalic touch make it less ideal for office or sporty scenarios.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, complex character make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events where its rich, sensual nature can truly shine. Casual wear could be overwhelming, and sport is a definite no-go given its heavy accords.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Animalic, Leather accords and Amber, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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