Leather by Malin+Goetz
Brand: Malin+Goetz
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Lotus, pepper and clove open onto muted lily of the valley, orchid and green violet over soft leather, cedarwood and sandalwood. A worn-in, skin-close leather.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Lotus, Pepper, Clove, Lily of the Valley, Orchid, Violet
Top Notes
- Lotus
- Pepper
- Clove
Heart Notes
- Lily of the Valley
- Orchid
- Violet
Base Notes
- Leather
- Cedar
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Casual, Evening, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Leather by Malin+Goetz belongs to the woody fragrance family. Lotus, pepper and clove open onto muted lily of the valley, orchid and green violet over soft leather, cedarwood and sandalwood. A worn-in, skin-close leather. Leather opens with Lotus, Pepper, and Clove. The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Orchid, and Violet. It dries down to Leather, Cedar, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Leather
On skin, Leather by Malin+Goetz has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for casual, evening, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Interlude Man by Amouage. Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Interlude Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Leather opens with Lotus, Pepper, and Clove.
The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Orchid, and Violet.
It dries down to Leather, Cedar, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Leather
Interlude Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share pepper, leather, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Interlude Man
Orris by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Orris on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Orris
Junoon Noir by Al Haramain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet, cedar, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Junoon Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Junoon Noir
Chanel N°19 by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley, leather, and cedar.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chanel N°19 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Chanel N°19
Donna Noir Absolu by Valentino
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share pepper, leather, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Donna Noir Absolu on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Donna Noir Absolu
Pairings to approach with care
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 33/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent, and they share cedar.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 1 spray Bergamask
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 39/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Leather : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- Interlude Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pepper, leather, and sandalwood.
- Orris by Commodity — Both include violet and sandalwood.
- Junoon Noir by Al Haramain — Both include violet, cedar, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Leather?
Leather opens with Lotus, Pepper, and Clove. The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Orchid, and Violet. It dries down to Leather, Cedar, and Sandalwood.
How long does Leather last, and how strong is it?
Leather by Malin+Goetz has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Leather?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits casual, evening, and office.
What layers well with Leather?
Interlude Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share pepper, leather, and sandalwood. Apply Leather first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude Man on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Leather : 2 sprays Interlude Man.
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