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mamba_adik – :
I guess you have to be a fan of that pure leather scent to like all those Tuscan leathers of the world and this one is completely in the same vein like godolphin, hombre leather, la yuquam of rasasi, ADP leather…and many other brands that feature this theme. I don’t understand all the struggle to put finger on every single note here. This is a leather scent, just very slightly different than TL and co.
I like to sniff it on my wrist every now and then but that’s it. I wouldn’t want to smell like leather the whole day.
zaraza1992 – :
The first impression? When I was a child we used a wood fire to heat the house. Sometimes there was a piece of wood that was tarred. The smoke from these pieces came to my mind when I tried this scent. Very tarry smell. Underwear that layer of heavy tar, I detect some green sweetness (the berries, I suppose?), but that takes some effort to discover.
All in all I like it, because the tar kindles my childhood memories filled with warm cosiness….
alekAAA – :
In all seriousness… If your considering getting Tom Ford’s Tuscan leather…. Don’t bother. This Smells nearly identical. And you can get 100ml for the same price as 50ml of TL.
Additionally… I’d consider Oud Saphir to be a bit more heavy hitting.
But anyways Thays my opinion. I’ve got both bottles to compaire. Won’t be buying TL anymore after years of buying this stuff steady
VladimirS – :
Too sweat and heavy. Very similar to Byredo Black Saffron.
While Black Saffron becomes smooth and soft after some time, Oud Saphir remains heavy for 4—5 hours and then dies out.
I get very little oud here. It´s mostly leather and red berries.
Nothing for me.
fgg558elipseskism – :
If I could afford this, I would buy the full, shiny bottle now. As it is I need to content myself with the little sample I have and stretch it out.
I suppose what I’m describing would be the “suede” note combined with oud (I’m new to studying fragrances), but on me, Oud Saphir smells straight up like incense and champagne. I basically feel like I smell like money. It’s wonderful! Sillage and longevity are both moderate (Atelier, as much as I love the brand, isn’t known for longevity), but it is truly a unique scent. One of my favorites.
Edit: upon revisiting this lovely scent, I believe it’s the bergamot & suede combination that is creating the mysterious champagne accord on my skin.
maxcom – :
Nice one, really. Longevity can be a issue otherwise beautiful scent. Trust me
narkozist – :
This is a really nice scent I love it it, but it is almost identical to MAC Ruby Woo just with a touch of added green notes/freshness in the opening but in all honesty that’s just me nitpicking trying to find a difference comparing side by side. If you were to smell these blindfolded you would be hard pressed to tell them apart or pick a winner, in other words definitely don’t buy both like I did. They are both similar to Tuscan Leather and Black Saffron, both of which I also own. Black Saffron takes a soapier, lighter, more wearable approach which also makes it blander and less interesting while Tuscan Leather is the complete opposite, animatic leather, polarizing, and aggressive. This and Ruby Woo are in the sweet spot in between the two, fruity sweet up top but with enough smoke, wood, and leather to keep things interesting without making them too polarizing, almost like TL In it’s deep drydown. I haven’t tried Godolphin so I can’t say how this compares but if you’re looking for a more wearable TL without going as clean, soapy, and light as Black Saffron and something that’s actually lighter on the wallet unlike Black Saffron, Oud Saphir does the job, and so would Ruby Woo but I understand if you’re a guy and don’t want to have to explain why you’re wearing a MAC perfume haha.
P. S. Stop fooling yourselves with the “oud” mentions, there’s no real oud in this, it is woody/leathery, smoky, and dark and you can convince yourself you get a hint of oud but there isn’t any other than in the name.
genusa – :
I hate Ouds, but this is quite nice to smell – more leathery than woody or balsamic. At first it was leather and sweetness. Dried down to smooth leather with fresh birch. Nice attempt.
sloniki – :
On paper: That’s a weird one. I have no idea how to interpret it.
On skin: Two notes: berries and weirdness. How did I get berries out of this? Is the weirdness the oud?
Edit: Apparently the berry smell is a result of mixing violet leaf + oud accord, so I dunno what the weird smell is.
It lasted 4+ hours without changing.
Грифон1974 – :
I love the first few minutes of this. There is something about it just below the surface. Dries down to something juicy and a little boring, like a grown up Daisy Dream. I usually wash it off after a few hours, but I love those first moments.
noj852speagoessenda – :
Clive christian C for man
Safari extreme ASQ
morgenshtern88 – :
I think this is mostly like Colonia Leather by Aqua di Parma; a fresh leather frag.
I think some day I will discover the nice synthetic oud in this. But to this point I haven’t quite discovered it yet.
It’s very well blended, very light and pleasant Leathery/ Oud fragrance.
Leather notes are achieved through birch tar, which is the case here I believe, a bit off saffron, perhaps…?
I like this better than Atelier Cologns Gold Leather fragrance, both are fresh. But Gold Leather seems to have an identity problem, it’s like a fresh fragrance, trying to be a serious, heavy duty fragrance. There is a discordance there for me.
Oud Saphir does it well, it is a fresh leather fragrance, that can even be enjoyed in Summer heat.
That’s why I wanted to mention it’s most like Aqua di Parma’s Leather frag, because they are both fresh cologne type fragrances.
This has jasmine, bergamot, musc; which is a traditional cologne structure. The fresh Oud, and a leathery quality adds character, and vanilla, a bit of smooth warmth.
kristal-zap – :
Fragrance -Oud Saphir Atelier Cologne
Bottle from – 2016
Oud Saphir is a bit dark,elegant,sinful and decadent interpretation of leather enchanted with a smoky and deep touch of birch,and with a wisper of illuminated jasmine and warm vanilla like a flash of lightning in the darkness of night.Oud or agarwood is obviously present,but oud is not the main player in this story.It has some similarities to C for Men by Clive Christian,Tuscan Leather by Tom Ford,Aoud Leather by Montale and Colonia Leather by Acqua di Parma.
Longevity – 8/10(8+ hours)
Silage/Projection – 8,5/10(heavy to moderate projection and silage for the first 2-3 hours)
Weather – best in autumn and winter
Age – 25+
Compliments – 7/10
Scent – 8/10
Main notes according to me – suede,birch,oud,pepper,jasmine.
The drydown is smoky and I get some -sweetness,oud,leather,birch,and vanilla.
Emotions –
dark vibe elegance,sophisticated,sexy,sinful,decadence.
Occasion -perfect for special occasions,formal events and night out.
Try before you buy.
dropdead1992 – :
This is a no for me. I get the raspberry sweetness with some interesting suede, but that lasts for all of 2 minutes before turning into a smoky rubbery mess. I love Atelier cologne as a house, but this one is not for me.
katyakatya – :
this is a smoky green oud. it starts off with a very smoky suede and something cool and green and/or watery. the smokiness is a bit too intense…smells like a smoldering cigarette. it’s at odds with these green, slightly sweet notes. an interesting oud scent, unlike any i’ve tried, but sadly this combination isn’t working for me. it’s too green and the smoke is too intense (just a personal preference, but there it is.)
bezugluyXXX – :
“Her decision was irreversible. She would not continue living a life by others’ rules. To see his deep sapphire blue eyes and feel the calm of his voice again were the only things that mattered now. With him she finally felt ready to write her own history.”
It may not come as a complete surprise that Atelier Cologne would eventually get around to making an oud scent- who hasn’t- but if you love this brand as much as I do, you surely had your questions. How would Atelier’s trademark mastery of the fresh, sheer, cleanly traditional eau de cologne style incorporate an ingredient known for its deep, dark, animalic tones? Well, now we know: Oud Saphir is a modern delight, a smooth, sophisticated stunner that combines bright, fresh cologne elements with a wonderfully soft, rich suede leather-and-oud accord that feels both elegant and also accessibly wearable.
Equally lovely on ladies and gents alike, Oud Saphir is the perfect antidote to the too-heavy, too-dark agarwood scents, a casual yet complex fragrance with distinction and style. imagine a lighter Tuscan leather with a prominent note of raspberry.
Olfactives notes:
Top notes:
Bergamot from Calabria, ambrette from India, pink pepper from China.
Heart notes:
Violet leaves from Grasse, jasmine from Egypt, suede leather.
Base notes:
Dark oud accord, birch wood from China, vanilla from Madagascar
Projection: 8/10
Longevity: 8/10
Uniqueness: 8/10
Collaboration between Creative Directors Sylvie Ganter, Christophe Cervasel and Perfumer Jerome Epinette, the fragrance is accompanied by Atelier Cologne’s ever-charming and enticing vignette, a miniature character profile that gives one the slightest glimpse into the imagined story behind the fragrance.
meduza30 – :
This is like a cologne for the Winter. It is a fresh leather fragrance. I wish I could detect some Oud, but that’s OK; It’s just that the name is not very appropriate.
Oud Saphir has high quality notes, and is similar to Tuscan Leather, but lighter and fresher, more versatile.
I like the birch note in some favorite Creed fragrances, it is highlighted more in Oud Saphir.
This is very pleasant and wearable, like most Atelier Colognes are.
I like this better than Gold Leather which fails at trying to make a heavy weight fragrance, cologne-like fresh.
Oud Saphir does it well.
I enjoyed my sample, and remember it being a very cologne like, fresh, enjoyable Oud.
Now my bottle came in and I realize it does smell like Tuscan Leather and Aoud Leather by Montale.
Tuscan Leather is much richer and darker, this is more tame like the Montale Aoud Leather. I like this more than Montale because it’s very fresh and fruity, more enjoyable and easy to wear. Tuscan Leather is more intense and special, I like it better, but Oud Saphir is more versatile.
This will make my TF Tuscan Leather last longer, it costs 3X more than Saphir, so that’s good.
This is allso similar to Atelier Vetiver Fatal, as I agree with other reviewers that there is an unlisted violet leaf note as in Vetiver Fatal.
The suede leather note is stronger than the Oud, just like the Oud note is dominant in Atelier’s Gold Leather frag.
This would be fine in any season, it’s fresh enough for Summer as well.
If you have Vetiver Fatal this may be a bit redundant, it has a similar vibe, but Oud Saphire is a bit heavier, better for cooler weather months.
I think they were trying to make a clone of the very popular Tuscan Leather. They also made “Musc Imperial”, like Creed Aventus, but they did such a good job, I like it better than Creed Aventus.
There may be an unlisted rasberry note here, it could be bergamot and plum, but it’s a very enjoyable fruity note.
This does have a very good birchwood/ Ambrette/ Pink pepper accord, that makes this it’s own fragrance somewhat.
I think it’s the birch that’s making a very unique and distinct smell, that’s very pleasant, a bit smoky.
I like the birch note as found in some Creeds. It is a great note in this fragrance, and gets stronger in the drydown.
I sometimes don’t like pink pepper, but it’s blended into an accord here, and is a nice nuance.
PS: This is getting better. I’m getting into the mid now, and some unique accords are beginning to surface; so this is complex, it changes and becomes more it’s own fragrance. So I’m glad, because initially it was disappointing that it smells to similar to those two other fragrances I allready have.
Sorry this had become too much of a comparison review.
Rating: 8/10
God bless. John 3:16
asdf123 – :
This is what I would describe as a “cool”
oud. I generally prefer a warmer, spicier, oud.
This is an original take on it, and probably more wearable for many than the more potent other ouds out there.
Worth a try.
Владимир-VEN – :
I really love this scent. Such high quality juice that lasts for days!! Projection is through the roof but in a good way. I’ve received so many compliments on this one. I get a really smooth oud mixed with leather/ maybe more of a suede and some well balanced woods… Simply amazing. Definitely fbw.
olejik963 – :
Oud Saphir is an excellent sweet suede fragrance with a touch of smoke. I’m not surprised many reviewers are picking up raspberry – there is a definite berry sweetness here. The berry accord is due to violet leaf (which has incorrectly been left out of the notes here, but is in Atelier’s official notes) together with sweet synthetic oud. The berry acts to soften the already smooth suede note, which is very far removed from the brash and masculine leather of Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather, to which Oud Saphir is often compared. Birch adds smokiness and depth at the other end of the spectrum; it is delightfully ashy, as though someone has brushed a cigarette against your nice suede jacket.
I find Oud Saphir easy to wear with good performance, both in terms of longevity and projection.
Atelier are usually at their best when they stick to straight colognes with a twist; Oud Saphir is one of their rare scents that strays a little further but still works as a cohesive whole. Very nicely done.
Suehattangigh – :
Looove it. Imagine the leather of Tuscan leather but a lot weaker, add juiciness, fruitiness, sweetness and that in an fresh-aquatic way with oud in the background. Much easier to wear than Tuscan Leather and it’s kind of mouth watering to me.
It reminds me of the leather of tuscan leather mixed with some sort of a juicy fruit like melon or something similiar. The smokiness makes this very masculin.
The Oud is really weak, but if you concentrate you can smell it. Definitve not overpowering oud.
Very well blended and it gets even smoother than it alreay is after 5 minutes. Will smell best during fall.
I own Tuscan leather and made a side by side comparison. The characteristic leather note of Tuscan Leather is the only similiar thing between these 2, but it’ll still remind you of it.
An outsanding Atelier Cologne fragrance, definitely one of the best, if not the best.
I can’t get enough of it. I want to drown in it. It’s been a while since I discovered a fragrance like that made me say this.
den0205 – :
SOTD : Oud Saphir By Atelier Cologne .!!!
A vey bright oud with hint of Bergamot, Suede,pepper and vanille.
Not a very heavy fragrance on your face but decent enought for the office wear ..
Oud Saphir Notes
Bergamot, ambrette seed, pink pepper, violet leaf, jasmine, suede leather, dark oud accord, birch, vanilla.
Whats your?
7413587 – :
Very nice, and the comparisons to Tuscan Leather are reasonable because both feature a very similar, distinct raspberry note that is central to the fragrance. However, it’s important to note that they are not the same scent. While TL also contains its signature cocaine note (which is completely absent in OS), it is a much darker, heavier fragrance in general. Tuscan Leather moves in the direction of…wait for it…LEATHER! While Oud Saphir picks up a light suede accord in conjunction with a woody oud. There is a sweet, uplifting Jasmine note in Oud Saphir which of course never appears in Tuscan Leather. As a result, Oud Saphir feels lighter, brighter, and altogether different than Tuscan Leather. You’ll draw the connection for sure–and I guess some people can’t get beyond it–but wearing Oud Saphir is a much different experience than wearing Tuscan Leather. I’m not going to talk about which one is better as I feel it’s not really relevant in this case since they’re so different, but I’ll just say that when you’re in the mood for that signature raspberry note you can go with Tuscan Leather when you feel like something heavy and bold, and Oud Saphir when you feel like something lighter and more reserved. Still, its projection is no slouch, as it gets out there quite a bit. Longevity is stellar at 8 hours plus. I’d consider Oud Saphir completely unisex. Usually a scent at least leans one way or the other even if very slightly, but not here. This one’s right down the middle as far as I can smell. One of my favorite Atelier fragrances and something that is likely to be noticed when it’s worn, Oud Saphir is a very good release with a unique odor profile, and its lighter characteristics make it a fairly versatile choice. Thumbs up.
Fima – :
This stuff is magic and that’s all you really need to know. Forget about what people say this doesn’t smell like. Forget that people say this is a “clone” of this and that. This stuff smells amazing and lasts long. Get it on you!
wko704speagoessenda – :
از بهترین عطرهای آتلیه که بسیار بوش شبیه عطر کاملیا از همین برند و هردوشون شبیه گودولفینه مارلی و توسکان لدر می مونن. بوش هنوزم تکه و بسیار جذاب. البته به نظر من بوی کاملیا منحصر بفرد تر است.
slev82 – :
My first foray into Atelier Cologne. Went straight to the oud as I always do for all new unfamiliar houses. It’s almost as if I judge the entire range by how well they do oud scents. I’m a oud snob and it’s my benchmark in a way. Many great perfumers are reduced to sheepish mediocrity by this note, caught in the act of trying too hard. Sorry to say, Oud Saphir is a run of the mill oud + leather + musk scent. And I’m a bit horrified to say, it conjured up an image of a prematurely balding quadragenarian with bad breath. I honestly don’t know where the bad breath note came from but honest-to-god, I would not find a man wearing this attractive at all. Ever. Just the wrong vibe. It’s not terrible. It’s just laughable. Oh dear.
galardo – :
I own both Oud Saphir and Tuscan Leather and I don’t think they are very similar.
Tuscan Leather is almost all leather with a hint of sweetness from the raspberry.
Oud Saphir is mostly sweet, with a decent amount of suede/leather. The opening is a bit unpleasant because of the smoke + leather smell. It resembles the smell of the interior of a car belonging to someone who smokes. But that fades quickly and becomes sweet and smooth.
Overall, both scents are great. I find Oud Saphir much more wearable than Tuscan Leather because it is more versatile. Oud Saphir is better for casual occasions while I use Tuscan Leather for more dressed up occasions.
joulia10 – :
Atelier Oud Saphir is another Atelier with a slightly misleading name. There is a synthetic Oud note in it but what this is mainly is a woody suede frag, drawing inspiration from Tuscan Leather and it’s many brethren but doing enough of it’s own thing at the same time that renders it worthy of perusal.
Top notes what I get mainly is a slightly bitter Bergamot and pepper. There are no other fruit notes listed and maybe its the combination of Bergamot, vanilla and ambrette but there is a fruity vibe running through the middle of this frag from beginning to end. Its no raspberry like TL but fruity it is. The rest of the frag in the heart and base is mainly a dry suede mixing with the synthetic oud and birch. To sum up, this is a very nice woody suede with hints of sweetness.
Projection and longevity are both good. It gives a solid scent bubble around you for the first 3 hours atleast and longevity is around the 7-8 hour mark with 3-4 sprays. Cooler weather frag mostly like Tuscan but this is smoother than Tuscan so can work in air conditioned environments for summer nights. Just dont overspray. If you are looking for a slightly more softer, smoother frag in the same mould as Tuscan Leather with good quality ingredients, Oud Saphir is a great choice. It is a very versatile frag that I enjoy wearing when I want something leathery with a bit of oomph but is not rough around the edges. If Tuscan Leather is a hard bitten biker in tough leathers, Oud Saphir is a movie star in a Suede jacket. Some days you want to be one, some days the other! haha
romaparkour – :
I love Atelier Cologne, they are my favorite perfume house. I was intrigued by JHAG Another Oud and the girl at Sephora recommended I try Oud Saphir and made me up a sample. This stuff gave me an instant headache. It smells like old cigarette butts with a little leather. I can see what they were going for with the suede but this is not pleasant in any way. Even if you like this yourself I would be wary of wearing it because I think most around you will find it unpleasant.
Ферхат – :
After being underwhelmed at some of the offerings at Atelier, I’ve found one that is quite good. I “like” their Clementine, love the Orange Sanguine, was depressed with the Rose and the Incens, and was beginning to think that maybe they should stick with citrus, only citrus. But this is different and a pleasant surprise!
The “cologne” style is not really evident here, however.
The only aspect of this that is like Cologne is that while it’s an “oudh” aspect/note which typically is heavy, even oily–this is sheer–with incredible longevity and silage. It never feels “heavy.”
Oud Saphir starts off with a distinctly “berry” note to me–I’d say Rasberry, though not listed (it could be the pepper at play with the florals, but I doubt it). It goes right into Birch and leather along with the synth-oudh. The berry plays along as counterpoint and creates a lighter, more amicable “oudh” than the heavier resinous quality (that I so much love btw). I’m not a berry fan at all–loathe berry frags, but here, I like it. This lasts an easy day, doesn’t evolve very much on me, is very linear but bounces between berry-leather.
I hear the reviewers below say that it smells like smoke/tobacco/ashtrays and dirty hotel rooms. Yes, that is the birch/leather and “oudh” quality evident in many perfumes of this genre,or even more skillfully done in Serge Lutens Une Voix Noire (the ashtray there). Just like skanky animalics that go into panty territory, this can conjure up images of whiskey and lastnight’s lipstick circling the rim of the glass. And some of us really like that. However, this is so berry at times, almost a whiff of sweetness that it cuts through much of that “old leather purse” smell, and I find it quite interesting. I don’t think I’m up for 200 ml since my drawers overfloweth with far too much right now, but if Atelier offered it in 30 ml I might. This is not a typical Atelier scent.
Where I spritz and spray Clementine on everything dozens of times, with a loose hand and no concern to others (it’s so light and dissipates true to its cologne heart)–this one IS a powerhouse: sheer but strong, tenacious, and true. Use with a lighter touch.
brajan – :
One of my favorites. This is very soft and light blend. The suede has a sweetness to it that reminds me of one of those rainbow colored snow cones you get out of the freezer at a gas station, which is a good memory for me. Nothing offensive in it to me.
10 out of 10.
Silyvestr – :
This may appeal to some and could come as a love for others; I’ll admit I was not a fan at first, however I couldn’t stop sniffing my wrist!!
The smell of berry sweets on the back drop of tobacco….
When the saleswoman sprayed this on a tester strip my immediate reaction was, “Man, this smells like sweet tobacco, and more sweet tobacco, and a little more……you guess it sweet raspberries combined with tobacco…..reminds me of Godolphin (PdM)!
[Update] After receiving a sample, I must say this is a rather pleasant fragrance. However, I already own Godolphin, no need to have both!!
Galuhska13522 – :
Smells like a brand new party ballon fresh out of the factory with a hint of lemon. Very Plastic smelling.
kesahim – :
Slightly different from TF Tuscan Leather…..think middle eastern Tom Ford. Small nuances but very awesome still :)4 outta 5 stars
helduncooconi – :
To me this smells very much like Black saffron (BS). It is more similar to BS than tuscan leather. However, it is much more smoky.
28061970 – :
This is woody and soft, but the bergamot and jasmine are keeping it fresh and wearable in humidity…but I really think this would be great any time of year. I detect next to no oud, light subtlety seems key in this one, and I’m loving it!
aicelisEo – :
Another Tuscan Leather copy. Sorry to say or disappointing people who are reading reviews but, This is no different than many others out there such as Godolphin by Parfums de Marly, Golden boy by Dueto and many others God knows how many more.
adax37 – :
My god is this one of the most beautiful oud fragrances i have ever smelled! So elegant and soft. But that hint of oud is the perfect touch to compliment the sensual essence of suede.
This is what you get if you mix TF white suede with oud and spiced citrus. It sounds strange. But is brilliantly concocted.
Average lasting power. 6hrs
Subtle sillage.
But dam good!
MadKenig – :
Words cannot adequately describe how much I adore OS. I initially ordered a sample while deployed as I needed a change from the only perfume I packed.
When I initially applied OS both my best friend (male) and I thought it came across very berry like, which is not my favorite. I was afraid I was going to be disappointed but I could not have been so wrong. The dry down was quick and what followed is the smoothest, most sophisticated, unusual scent I have ever encountered.
The oud is noticeable but not in a I-sat-by-a-campfire-all-night sort of way. This is more like a soft woods and leather. It is so feminine in the most masculine way.
This is the scent I recommend to everyone wanting to actually invest in scents and break away from the bath and body works state of mind.
My best friend was just as enamored as I. I purchased four new fragrances while deployed and this is the only one for which I receive compliments. It is my new signature scent.
dag05rus – :
Wow! I absolutely loved this fragrance. Some could be mislead by the Oud in the title and although not being all about oud it’s definitely in here. This is not least due to the fact that Oud Saphir reminded me of Bella Bellissima White Leather, a kind of sweet vanilla/leather with raspberry and exotic guava notes. This is not so in your face and doesn’t have an abundance of vanilla or anything else for that matter. Oud Saphir is incredibly luxurious but somehow calming and balanced and no where near the gaseous, coke driven, bender that Tuscan Leather is. In fact the only similarity I can get is a raspberry note and leather but they are about as different as something containing those two notes can be.
To call this a TL clone would be doing it a disservice because I have smelled many clones or similar TL fragrances recently and the association immediately springs to mind.
I guess I can smell in the birch in here too adding to the leather feel and also a slightly milky sandal/vanilla thing not dissimilar to santal carmin. Basically this scent is amazing, smelling like a few really decent fragrances I enjoy. good performance too…so top marks again to Atelier Cologne.
Diatone – :
Oud Saphir is another misnomer by Atelier Cologne—I know their intent is to name fragrances based on subtle interpretations of the notes, but it’s a little misleading to believe that oud is one of the more prominent notes. Rather, this is a leather(or more specifically, suede)-dominant fragrance that involves pepper and vanilla mainly to my nose, and that respect, I’d more or less describe it as a “spicy/sweet leather” type of fragrance, which is very desirable, and much easier to wear that perhapas the oud-dominant fragrance I otherwise might’ve though it to be.
Like Gold Leather, the only other cologne in Atelier’s Collection Metal that I’ve tried so far, Oud Saphir is a heavy hitter, a solid performing fragrance that, while priced above most lighter Atelier Colognes, is still cheaper than, say, alternative similar niche leather options. It is similar to Tom Ford Tuscan Leather—certainly not as deep, but the comparison can be made between almost any refined sweet suede fragrance and TL.
Retailing at $250 for 100ml but available at Max Forti’s site for $175, it’s arguably worth the extra money for the performance and a strong winter fragrance (albeit not as strong as TL) in lieu of some of the lighter, fresher Atelier Colognes that don’t perform as well.
Certainly worthy of a try if you like TL or sweet leather fragrances in general, with perhaps just a hint of oud.
8 out of 10
Xeroxsygnv – :
this is solely for suede lovers…
it’s hard to vibe with this. i mean, it’s the smell of a shoe box that housed suede shoes. it’s not my thing, but if it was, this would be right up m alley.
long lasting, too…
kam0 – :
This stuff is disgusting!
The opening is quite nice, suede and bergamot. It is slightly reminiscent of Tuscan leather but they are not the same.
When it drys down is when it all goes wrong. Anyone who has ever dyed their hair would know this smell. It is the smell of ammonia! I can’t wear this stuff, it knocks me sick.
nikok – :
با سلام شبيه به تاسكان لدر تام فورد ولي ملايم تر به نظر من اين عطر و اود لدر مونتال از تام فورد بهتر هستن
Tiana – :
Musk, suede and a wood. Honestly, it kinda smells like propane gas. lol Propane gas and chicken salad. Interesting how the notes came together to smell that way.
vps126 – :
Tested this at Sephora. It smelled very similar to Tuscan Leather. I couldn’t be more disappointed. The last thing we need in the fragrance game is another clone of TL. AC flops this time.
Kartofan – :
Seriously gorgeous scent! I find that Atelier Cologne fumes take a few wearings till they suddenly bloom for me, I think their formulas are so unique my nose/brain doesn’t recognize all their subtleties until after a few sniffs.
Tried this one a few times, liked it but passed it to dh thinking it was a bit more masculine, then today, a cool wet day I decided to select something from his stash and gave this one another try. It has been knocking me out with wafts of glorious oud/suede ever since. It is now back on my side of the fragrance closet 🙂
прокл – :
Stunningly similar to Tuscan Leather.
Pampers – :
This is definitely good quality scent. I feel rosemery juniper,coliander, musk and suede.
bezdoz – :
Variant of Tuscan Leather/La Yuquawam and Godolphin. I like it, but I own Tuscan Leather and La Yuquawam already…
DancingLady – :
This is a nice oud scent. Its smokey enough to satisfy the oud lovers out there, but the bergamot and jasmine gives this a light slightly sweet freshness that is unexpected. The wood and vanilla notes in the dry down tames it down further to give it a nice creamy backbone. Not too close to Tom Ford Tuscan Leather which runs a lot stronger and saltier in my book. I actually like this better, it’s a lot easier to wear. Overall this is expensive smelling, nice and sophisticated. Thumbs up.
sergey132002 – :
This is some quality juice!
Anything i write cant do this juice any justice but i shall try…
If fans of this genre thought Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather was too rough in regards to the leather, then give this one a try as it’s much smoother and holds its own ground, composition wise.
A very creamy suede paired with the birch to give it the perfect amount of smokiness without going overboard. The longer it sits on the skin the sweeter and creamier it becomes with the jasmine and vanilla becoming more prominent. I detect very minimal oud but it plays a perfect part in the distant background to complete it. This doesn’t leap off the skin but longevity is beast mode! literally lasts into the following day.