BDK Parfums 2018 Edp

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Crème de Cuir

by Violaine Collas

BDK Parfums Crème de Cuir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Violaine Collas. The fragrance opens with Pineapple, Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Pepper, Suede, Sandalwood, and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Birch, Cashmeran, Musk, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Crème de Cuir: Favourite

BDK Crème de Cuir is a wildly divisive scent, adored by some for its unique take on leather and dismissed by others as too boring or even unpleasant. It's an understated, creamy blend that defies expectations, proving you either get it or you don't. Love it or hate it, it's certainly not a crowd-pleaser.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Luxurious
Crème de Cuir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 5%
Fruity 13%
Green 3%
Sweet 21%
Warm 16%
Woody 16%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 20%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Musky
100%
Powdery
89%
Woody
78%
Leather
78%
Citrus
68%

Notes

Top Notes

Pineapple 31% Grapefruit 24% Bergamot 23% Mandarin 22%

Heart Notes

Suede 37% Sandalwood 23% Pink Pepper 21% Pepper 20%

Base Notes

Cashmeran 27% Musk 26% Vanilla 25% Birch 22%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and smooth, clean accords make Crème de Cuir ideal for office and formal wear, where subtlety is key. While some see it as an 'easy reach,' reviews indicate it's not a loud scent, suggesting it might get lost in casual or date settings if you're aiming to make a big impression.

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About

Imagine stepping into a high-end leather boutique, but someone’s just sliced open a juicy pineapple cocktail nearby. That’s Crème de Cuir in a nutshell. It opens with a burst of zesty grapefruit, mandarin, and surprisingly creamy pineapple, swiftly transitioning into a smooth, soft suede heart spiced with pink and black pepper. The base lingers with comforting cashmeran and musk, underpinned by a subtle birch woodiness and a hint of vanilla, all creating a 'creamy leather' effect that's both refined and elusive.

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