Zimaya 2023 EDP

M £ Acquired

Royal Leather

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Zimaya Royal Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Royal Leather opens with Mate, Leather, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Amber, Oud, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Rose, Saffron, and Praline. Zimaya's Royal Leather carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive and unique, this isn't for everyone. Expect a challenging but rewarding wear, where creamy sweetness clashes with earthy mystery. Not a safe blind-buy, but a cult classic for those who get it.
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Royal Leather Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Irish Leather by Memo Paris
29%
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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:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and non-mass appealing nature, this is too much for an office setting. However, its unique and sophisticated profile, with solid longevity, makes it perfect for dates and evening formal events where you want to make a statement.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

An opening blast of sharp juniper and herbal mate gives way to a complex heart where the promised leather struggles to break through, instead settling into a dark, earthy gourmand. Warm amber and rich oud mingle with sweet tonka, leading to a base of powdery praline, delicate rose, and exotic saffron, with hints of bitter dark chocolate lingering on the skin.

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