Baptême du Feu
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Cuir Infrarouge
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A love-it-or-hate-it scent that defies easy categorisation. This is a unique art-house creation, not a crowd-pleaser; a strange, gothic Christmas in a bottle - but be warned, it isn't for everyone.
This raspberry leather-oud hybrid is a properly divisive beast. Some find it a sophisticated, juicy leather dream, others a harsh, synthetic nightmare. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it are absolutely obsessed.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 7% |
| Floral | 12% | 16% |
| Fruity | 6% | 16% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 32% | 22% |
| Warm | 12% | 16% |
| Woody | 16% | 23% |
| Earthy | 10% | 15% |
| Animalic | 13% | 13% |
| Fresh | 5% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume is quite strong and divisive, making it less suitable for an office setting. Its unique and bold character, along with its moderate sillage and good longevity, makes it a more appropriate choice for dates or evening formal events, particularly in cooler weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, distinctive scent profile, this is definitely not an office-friendly fragrance. It shines brightest on dates or formal evening events where its bold and sensual character can truly stand out, though some find it a bit much even for a casual night out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Leather, Fruity, Sweet accords and Osmanthus notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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