Naomi Goodsir Cuir Velours EDP

Description

Cuir Velours wraps the skin in soft suede, closer to a worn leather glove than a biker jacket. Composed by Julien Rasquinet and released in 2012 among Naomi Goodsir's first fragrances, it pairs a smooth suede accord with tobacco and rum, then warms it with incense, cistus labdanum and immortelle. Naomi Goodsir, the Australian-born milliner based in Paris, began making fragrances in 2012 with the same approach she brings to her hats: texture first, and a refined surface with something rebellious underneath. Reviewers praise how refined the suede is, with a velvety, almost peach-skin texture, and how the boozy tobacco keeps it cozy.

Fragrance Notes

• Notes: Suede, Tobacco, Rum, Cistus Labdanum, Incense, Immortelle

Note: the house publishes a single list of notes rather than a top, heart and base pyramid.

Performance

Longevity: 8+ hours, often lasting all day.
Sillage: Soft and intimate.
Projection: Low. People notice it when they are close to you.

An honest note: for a fragrance full of bold materials it wears surprisingly close. That is part of its appeal, but it will not fill a room.

Best Occasions & Season

Best in Fall and Winter. Its quiet projection makes it easy to wear to the office, every day and on relaxed evenings. It is unisex. Skip it if you want a loud, smoky leather.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Julien Rasquinet
House: Naomi Goodsir, Paris, France
Launched: 2012, with no reformulation on record

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FAQ

What does Cuir Velours smell like?
Soft suede with boozy rum and tobacco, warmed by incense, labdanum and the honeyed note of immortelle.

Is it men's or women's?
Unisex. It is a gentle, genderless leather.

Does it contain oud?
No, there is no agarwood in it. The warmth comes from suede, tobacco, labdanum and incense.

Is it a strong leather?
No. It is suede rather than rough leather, and it stays close to the skin.