Pierre Guillaume Paris 2007 EDP

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Private Collection Cuir d'Iris

by Pierre Guillaume

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Pierre Guillaume Paris Private Collection Cuir d'Iris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Pierre Guillaume. Pierre Guillaume Paris's Private Collection Cuir d'Iris carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one is divisive, you either get a beautifully nuanced iris-leather combo or an unfortunate plasticky, even 'greasy hair' accord. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if it works for you, it's a unique and sensual experience.
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  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Private Collection Cuir d'Iris 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting and moderate sillage make it suitable for various settings, though its unique and potentially polarising leather accord might be too much for some office environments. It shines in evening and cooler weather, perfect for a date or a sophisticated casual outing.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Cuir d'Iris opens with a fascinating tension between sharp, almost medicinal notes and a smooth, animalic leather. As it settles, the scent evolves into a softer, powdery iris, tempered by the warmth of amber and the subtle, dark sweetness of Mexican chocolate. Hints of smoky incense and earthy vetiver weave through, grounding the composition in a mysterious depth, while cardamom adds a fleeting spice.

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