Comme des Garçons · 2009
Series 11: Leather - Cuir de Chine
EDTUnisex
The Story
Cuir de Chine is a smoky, animalic leather that feels like a vintage jacket worn in a Parisian attic. It opens with a sharp blast of birch tar and cumin, then settles into a rich, suede-like leather with a hint of incense. This is not a polite leather; it's raw, challenging, and deeply rewarding for those who appreciate the darker side of fragrance.
Note Breakdown
Encyclopedia Insights
Is Cuir de Chine similar to other Comme des Garçons leather scents?+
It's part of the Series 11: Leather collection, which includes several leather interpretations. Cuir de Chine is the smokiest and most animalic, with a strong birch tar note.
How does this compare to mainstream leather fragrances?+
This is much more raw and challenging than designer leathers like Tuscan Leather. It's less sweet and more smoky, with a distinct animalic edge.
Is this suitable for beginners?+
Not really. This is a niche, avant-garde scent that can be polarizing. If you're new to leather fragrances, start with something smoother.
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