Cuir mauresque
A dry, resinous leather tanned with acacia bark, evoking saddles and sun‑darkened wood rather than polished luxury goods. It moves from sharp and smoky to smoother, animalic warmth, clinging close to the skin with a quietly sensual, oriental character.
Perfumer: Undisclosed
Cuir mauresque
A dry, resinous leather tanned with acacia bark, evoking saddles and sun‑darkened wood rather than polished luxury goods. It moves from sharp and smoky to smoother, animalic warmth, clinging close to the skin with a quietly sensual, oriental character.
Scent Development and Character
A dense, dark leather accord infused with the dryness of acacia bark and subtle resinous warmth, recalling well-worn saddles and sun-baked wood. As it develops, the leather softens into a smoother, slightly animalic haze, with faint sweetness and spice weaving through the smoke. The overall impression is intimate, enveloping, and distinctly oriental without relying on overt florals or gourmand notes.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
Best suited to contemplative evenings and dressed‑up occasions where a dark, intimate leather feels appropriate. Its close, smoldering character works well in cool weather and indoor settings, and can be shared by all genders who enjoy oriental leathers. Most suitable for autumn and winter, with limited use on cool spring evenings for those who enjoy darker leathers. Sillage is Moderate to strong sillage, with a noticeable aura in the first hours that gradually settles closer to the skin. Longevity is Long-lasting on most skin, often persisting well into the late evening without becoming overpowering.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 1996, this is presented as Eau de Parfum and credited to Undisclosed. Rounded-shoulder Palais Royal bell jar with an apothecary-style stopper, used for Serge Lutens salon exclusives.
