Fragrance Note

Leather

Used in 864+ fragrances on FragranVerse

What it smells like

Leather brings the rich, smoky scent of tanned hides. Its profile ranges from smooth, polished surfaces to rugged, smoky nuances like old books or saddles. Traditionally derived from tannins and smoke, modern perfumery often uses synthetic alternatives like isobutyl quinoline to achieve this effect.

How it's used in perfumery

Leather serves as a distinctive base note in chypre, fougère, and leather fragrances. It blends exceptionally well with tobacco, woods, and aromatic notes, adding depth and sophistication to compositions. Its dry, smoky character provides structure and longevity.

Fun fact

The iconic 'leather' note in perfumery often relies on synthetic molecules rather than actual animal hides.

Volatility: BaseFamily: Animalic

Perfumes with Leather(80 of 864)