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Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie 1924

by Ernest Beaux

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Chanel Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie 1924 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2007, created by Ernest Beaux. Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie 1924 opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Orange Blossom, settles into a heart of Cedar, Vetiver, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Birch. Chanel's Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie 1924 carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This isn't just a perfume; it's a statement. Chanel's Cuir de Russie is a deeply divisive, yet utterly captivating leather fragrance. Some find it a masterpiece, rich with history and sophistication, while others recoil at its 'dirty' or 'animalic' undertones. It demands attention and isn't for the faint-hearted.
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, smoky leather and pronounced animalic notes, Cuir de Russie isn't one for the office or casual daytime wear - it's too commanding. Its luxurious and assertive character, coupled with its notable sillage and longevity, makes it far better suited for evening dates or formal events where it can truly shine and intrigue.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Cuir de Russie opens with a surprisingly bright citrus burst of bergamot and lemon, quickly giving way to a bold, smoky leather. Hints of birch tar evoke a rugged, almost petrol-like edge, softened by an elegant floral heart of iris, jasmine, and rose. The base settles into a warm, animalic musk with touches of vanilla and tobacco, creating a complex, vintage-inspired aroma that's both refined and a little rebellious.

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