Maître Parfumeur et Gantier 2011 EDP

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Cuir Fetiche

by Jean-Paul Millet Lage

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Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Cuir Fetiche is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Jean-Paul Millet Lage. Cuir Fetiche opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Geranium, settles into a heart of Leather, Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Virginia Cedarwood, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier's Cuir Fetiche carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Divisive. Some hail it as an understated leather masterpiece, while others are left wanting more oomph from its namesake note. It's a classy, subtle leather that manages to be both refined and sensual, but don't expect a beast mode animalic. Its delicate touch is both its charm and its Achilles' heel for some.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Sensual
  • Classic
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Cuir Fetiche 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and refined character make it perfectly suitable for office wear, striking a balance between presence and discretion. The soft, sensual leather and floral notes are ideal for date nights, creating an intimate aura. It's too delicate for active sports, but its versatility means it can easily transition from casual outings to more formal events.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

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
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Cuir Fetiche opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, quickly softened by a delicate touch of geranium. As the initial citrus fades, a beautiful, powdery iris emerges, wrapped in a plush, glove-like leather accord. Hints of jasmine and ylang-ylang add a creamy, floral sweetness, while a smooth vanilla note provides warmth. The drydown settles into a cozy embrace of amber, sandalwood, and patchouli, with a whisper of clean musk. The leather remains present throughout, but it's always sophisticated and nuanced, never aggressive.

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