Fragrance World 2023 EDP

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Leather So Rare

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Fragrance World Leather So Rare is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Leather So Rare opens with Bergamot, Coriander, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Leather, Patchouli, Heliotrope, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Suede, Amber, Oud, and Vanilla. Fragrance World's Leather So Rare carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This isn't just a leather scent, it's a statement. Bold and unapologetic, but maybe not for everyone. If you're after something a bit 'out there' and divisive, this one might be for you - just beware the horseradish brigade.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
  • Modern
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Leather So Rare Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Cuir Béluga by Guerlain
18%
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Cuir Béluga the original Leather So Rare inspired by

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Community season votes for Guerlain Cuir Béluga, the fragrance this is built to match, favour autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The strong, animalic leather and oud accords make this a less suitable choice for the office, where it could be too overpowering. Its bold character is much better suited for evening dates or formal events where you want to make a statement, and it can work for casual wear if applied sparingly.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Opens with a brisk, aromatic blend of rosemary and coriander, cut by a zesty bergamot. The heart quickly deepens with a rich, animalic leather taking centre stage, complemented by an earthy patchouli and a hint of spicy clove. Heliotrope adds a curious, powdery nuance. The base settles into a dark, luxurious blend of oud and suede, smoothed by warm amber and a touch of vanilla, adding depth and a subtle sweetness to the raw leather. It's not subtle, it's a full-on leather jacket. But the nuanced spice and warmth keep it from being a one-trick pony.

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