Elie Saab 2016 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Cuir Patchouli

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Elie Saab Cuir Patchouli is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Elie Saab's Cuir Patchouli carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a rich, classy patchouli bomb with a leathery edge. It's potent and unapologetically bold, a truly divisive fragrance that you'll either adore or run a mile from.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Confident
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Cuir Patchouli Eau de Parfum bottle

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and moderate longevity make it a bit much for the office, but perfect for evenings and special events. Reviewers mention it's ideal for 'special events/nights' and its rich character suits cooler weather socialising.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Elie Saab Cuir Patchouli opens with a vibrant, almost citrusy zest of bergamot that quickly gives way to the star of the show: a deep, earthy patchouli. This isn't your average head-shop patch; it's a complex, almost chocolatey iteration, warmed by a generous dusting of spicy cinnamon. A luxurious leather note weaves through, adding an animalic depth that feels more like a well-worn jacket than a new handbag. The amber in the drydown sweetens and rounds out the composition, creating a balsamic richness that lingers beautifully.

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