Gourmand Leather by Zara
Brand: Zara
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A leather gourmand fragrance: bergamot up top, iris at the heart, drying down to leather.
Is Gourmand Leather worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, iris at the heart, then dries down to leather.
Scent Score: 59/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 60, versatility 73, layerability 41 and value 60, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a few hours. Reapply for the evening. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for casual days and evenings. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2017 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Iris, Leather
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Iris
Base Notes
- Leather
Occasions: Casual, Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Gourmand Leather by Zara belongs to the leather fragrance family. A leather gourmand fragrance: bergamot up top, iris at the heart, drying down to leather. Gourmand Leather opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Iris. It dries down to Leather.
How to wear Gourmand Leather
On skin, Gourmand Leather by Zara 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 date. Its best layering match in the catalog is L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain. Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Homme Idéal Extrême on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays L'Homme Idéal Extrême and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Gourmand Leather opens with Bergamot.
The heart brings Iris.
It dries down to Leather.
What to layer with Gourmand Leather
L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Leather and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and leather.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Homme Idéal Extrême on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays L'Homme Idéal Extrême
Speed Legends by Ex Nihilo
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Leather and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and leather.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Speed Legends on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays Speed Legends
L'Homme Prada Intense by Prada
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 97/99
Leather and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and leather.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Homme Prada Intense on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays L'Homme Prada Intense
Uomo by Valentino
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Leather and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and leather.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Uomo on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays Uomo
Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Leather and spicy scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and leather.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Spicebomb on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays Spicebomb
Pairings to approach with care
Guidance by Amouage
Not Recommended · 30/99
Leather and Floral notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Guidance brings a floral contrast to this leather scent.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guidance on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 1 spray Guidance
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 30/99
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this leather scent.
Order: Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain — Both include bergamot and leather.
- Speed Legends by Ex NihiloTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot and leather.
- L'Homme Prada Intense by PradaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include iris and leather.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Gourmand Leather?
Gourmand Leather opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Iris. It dries down to Leather.
How long does Gourmand Leather last, and how strong is it?
Gourmand Leather by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Gourmand Leather?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits casual, evening, and date.
What layers well with Gourmand Leather?
L'Homme Idéal Extrême by Guerlain is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Leather and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and leather. Apply Gourmand Leather first as your base layer. Its leather character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Homme Idéal Extrême on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Gourmand Leather : 2 sprays L'Homme Idéal Extrême.
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