Shay & Blue London 2014 EDP

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Blacks Club Leather

by Julie Massé

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Shay & Blue London Blacks Club Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Julie Massé. Blacks Club Leather opens with Leather, settles into a heart of Cognac, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Mahogany, Beeswax, and Incense. Shay & Blue London's Blacks Club Leather carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously good leather scent that delivers smooth, honeyed depth, though some find it a bit too subtle. It's a crowd-pleaser for leather lovers, but might not convert the sceptics.
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  • Warm
  • Soft
  • Masculine
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
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Blacks Club Leather Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Leather100%
Heartas listed
Cognac100%
Baseas listed
Incense31%
Mahogany27%
Beeswax21%
Woody Notes21%

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

With its rich leather and woody accords, accompanied by strong reported longevity and sillage, this leans away from a casual office scent. It's perfect for a sophisticated date night or a formal evening, holding its own without being overwhelming, though some find its performance average.

Ethics and formulation

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  • Vegan Brand-stated Shay & Blue London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Blacks Club Leather opens with a rich, worn-in leather note, quickly softened by a sweet, slightly stewed cognac. Beeswax lends a honeyed warmth, while woody mahogany and a whisper of incense unfold in the dry down, creating a sophisticated and cosy ambience. It's less boozy than the notes suggest, focusing on a smooth, sweet leather experience.

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