ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is one of Amouage's most divisive creations, a bold statement scent that you'll either adore for its unique spice blend or recoil from its notorious cumin kick. Definitely sample before you commit.
Leonis I is a confidently woody-spicy amber, with glimpses of animalic oud. It's a majestic wear, though the performance might be a bit fleeting for some, especially given the price point and alternatives out there. Definitely not for the faint of heart or the light of wallet.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 4% |
| Floral | 5% | 5% |
| Fruity | 1% | 7% |
| Green | 6% | 0% |
| Sweet | 22% | 22% |
| Warm | 30% | 29% |
| Woody | 16% | 21% |
| Earthy | 15% | 15% |
| Animalic | 12% | 15% |
| Fresh | 7% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and robust spicy-amber profile make it too overwhelming for the office or casual daywear. Instead, it shines in cooler weather settings like formal events or intimate dates, where its complexity can be appreciated without being intrusive.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While an Extrait, the "poof and then it was gone" comment suggests office wear might be acceptable, but its bold, luxurious, and slightly animalic profile leans heavily towards evening and formal occasions. The pronounced sillage from other reports also makes it less ideal for close-quarter settings like the office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Frankincense, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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