Not usually my cup of tea, but the name really stood out and it’s rated highly on Fragrantica with a 4.37/5. Plus the perfumer is Antoine Maisondieu so expectations were on the higher side. So here’s what I think. It opens up super bright, almost like a flashbang of citrus and spices, with lemon, bergamot, saffron, and pepper (even though pepper is listed as a mid note). After a few minutes, the citrus brightness mellows and the spices and aromatics take centre stage. Nutmeg and clary sage come through, then leather makes a grand entrance. It’s a black leather, reminiscent of the luxurious dashboard of a high-end car. Very unique in my opinion. I’m usually not a fan of leather notes, but this one really appeals to me. As it fully dries down, the citrus disappears, spices linger faintly, and sandalwood and patchouli take over the final phase. The blending is superb for a fragrance at this price point. I’ve never tried any of SF’s offerings before, but they seem underrated. This one feels best suited for older, mature men. It works well both casually and dressed up, but leans more towards cool or cold weather. Performance is the underwhelming part. I sprayed nearly 1 ml, yet it didn’t last longer than 6 hrs. Projection was about 1 ft for the first hour before it gradually became a skin scent. In a way, that’s not a bad thing. It gets noticed without overpowering anyone nearby. It lasts nicer and longer on clothes. I do wonder if the sample I tried affected performance, so a full bottle might bring at least a 30% boost. If you love leather fragrances, definitely sample this one. While many call it a blind buy, I’ve seen reviews saying it develops very differently on each person. For me, it’s a bright citrus, fresh spicy, clean leathery scent. It’s a really nice fragrance. I don’t love it because the opening gives off a slight mothball vibe, but if I had to pick a leather-forward scent, this would be my choice. I excluded performance from the score since it might be sample-related. Based on profile, blend, versatility, and price, I’d give it an 8.2/10. If I get the kind of performance others claim, I’d bump it to 8.5/10. I might pick up a bottle if I find it for under £50.

Just wondering when you guys hear that phrase from so many influencers or reviews does that peak your interest more? I know for me it doesn't the only people that compliment me on my fragrance is my kids ( I'm divorced )lol. But then again I'm never in the situation to get compliments I don't work around anyone I drive a trash truck by myself all day. And very rarely go out in social situations where I would get a compliment. Also I think getting a compliment from a random stranger in a grocery store doesn't happen to guys very often or ever and if it does I think the lady is physically attracted to the guy and says "wow you smell good" as a ice breaker... that's just my thoughts

Today for our lovely ladies around us I present AOUD PURPLE ROSE from the House of MONTALE. AN EDP. A Floral oriental olfative family fragrance. the nose behind This fragrance Is PIERRE MONTALE. It opens with notice Rose, blackberry and saffron notes, in the middle I found Patchouli and OUD notes and finished with musk, fine Leather and lighty sweet Amber notes. A femenine elegant and powerfull long-lasting fragrance for dates, night out and outside environment with better performance in fall- winter seasons and cold days. AN enjoyable drydown with spicy/rose/oud/lighty sweet Amber notes. Projection 5-6hrs Sillage 2mts Stay on skin 8-10hrs.