Cuir Ottoman Parfum by Parfum d'Empire | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Cuir Ottoman smell like?
Cuir Ottoman is an evocative exploration of leather that balances raw power with a highly refined, powdery softness. At its core, the fragrance reimagines the scent of leather through a historical len...
The fragrance is widely celebrated for its exceptional longevity, with many enthusiasts noting that a few sprays can easily last twelve hours or more, often remaining detectable on skin even through the following morning.
While it is firmly categorized as a leather scent, the prominent role of powdery iris leads to frequent debates regarding its gender lean; some find the floral-powder elements make it lean traditional feminine, while others view the smoky, animalic leather as distinctly masculine.
Enthusiasts often place it in the same league as other legendary leather fragrances like Chanel Cuir de Russie and Knize Ten, though they distinguish Cuir Ottoman by its unique "pleather" or plastic-leather opening that evolves into a warm, balsamic suede.
The scent is overwhelmingly preferred for cooler weather, specifically fall and winter evenings, with users noting that its dense, resinous opacity can feel overwhelming in high heat.
