Truefitt & Hill 1814 EDC

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Spanish Leather

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Truefitt & Hill Spanish Leather is a Cologne launched in 1814. Spanish Leather opens with Spicy Notes, Fruity Notes, Bergamot, and Orange, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Rose, Iris, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a divisive classic. Some find it a sophisticated, old-school barbershop marvel; others get hit with something far less appealing. It's a genuine test of olfactory taste: are you old-money classy, or simply smelling like the men's room at an old pub?
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  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
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Spanish Leather Cologne 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
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its classic, bold character and potential for strong projection make it less ideal for office settings. However, its rich, nuanced drydown suits formal events and autumn or winter dates. It's a scent for making an impression, not for blending into a gym.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM, AQUA, EVERNIA PRUNASTRI EXTRACT, DENATONIUM BENZOATE, BENZOIC ACID, LINALOOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, COUMARIN, CITRAL, EUGENOL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Spanish Leather opens with a bright, aldehydic citrus pop, quickly transitioning to a warm, spicy heart of rose, iris, and carnation, enriched by cinnamon and patchouli. The drydown unveils a complex base of sandalwood, oakmoss, and cedar, softened by amber, tonka, and vanilla, all underpinned by a musky, subtly leathery warmth. It's a journey from sharp zest to a rich, powdery embrace.

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