Godolphin

I have not smelled Tuscan leather but I have smelled Ombre leather and based on what people say about Tuscan leather i'd say that this is in the middle of those two. It’s not super animalic leather like Tuscan leather but it’s not as fruity as Ombre leather either. The fruity notes are there on the top but they are not getting over the main player which is the almost smoky and slightly animalic leather. It’s got some green notes and a tiny bit of floral in the back. One note for those seeing the saffron in here, no it’s not like Instant crush or Br540. It’s more dry, floral and waxy. The picture i'm getting while smelling this is being on a horse range. There are people smoking their cigars in the sitting area and the smell is being carried by the air towards me. I on the other hand am grooming my horse and putting its saddle on its back. The saddle has been cleaned with some fruity floral soap and oiled up with a green herbal/saffron scented leather oil. I like it when scents can help me imagine scenes and this one does that for sure. Once it dries down more, it starts getting brighter and greener. Kind of reminds me of John Varvatos Artisan. This is pretty cool cause it went from a darker autumn scent to such a bright green lively spring scent. Its got good early projection but gets softer later and longevity is good for me. Overall, a super interesting multifaceted scent for those that wanna try something different and changes a lot from opening to dry down.

Very comparable to Tuscan leather. A bit fruitier, but it’s less focused on specifically raspberry. As with most pdm’s, it’s a bit more refined and mass appealing than the original inspiration. Not necessarily better, but is equally as high quality and just a smoother (also less bold) version of TL. For me I find this a bit less polarizing and a little easier to wear. At resellers you can find this for a much better price (especially a 75ml, you won’t be wearing this all the time). Great for cooler nights out, and dressed appropriately. Outside of that, it could be hard to pull off. I personally wouldn’t wear this in warmer weather, or really any daytime situation. Definitely has a mischievous and outgoing vibe that reeks of nighttime fun. I drool over this scent. Smooth, sweet, masculine leather that has a lot of sex appeal. In my eyes, this is too much of a statement-maker fragrance to wear casually or to an office. Powerful sillage within a few feet, and im able to smell it on my skin for 10 hours. Potentially weeks on clothing. One of the most intriguing and addictive leather scents there is, it’s just not for everyone..or everywhere.

I was instantly won over by the Godolphin's opening: a luminous burst of fruit that quickly settles into a supple, luxurious leather accord, establishing a refined and definitively unisex character. Its performance is truly exceptional, maintaining potent longevity for well over ten hours. It was destined for my top shelf, until a closer, more deliberate examination of its structure unveiled a subtle "flaw". A funky, herbaceous green note, almost hidden in the deeper layers, eventually became an undeniable, discordant presence on my skin. The moment another reviewer identified this phantom accord as weed, the entire composition shifted, and I can no longer ignore this barely-there note that tragically spoils a little bit an otherwise great fragrance.

Godolphin is a great blend for those who are into leather fragrances. The combination of delicate suede, orris, rose and yellow flesh fruits is so captivating and elegant. it opens airy with cypress, thyme and leather popping up immediately. the opening is really uplifting and breezy, though the core of young, sweet-ish, cedar wood and vanilla tone down the greenish vibe. once settled, the jus is really pleasant with a moderately-strong projection for the first two good hours, prior to reducing its radiating to a more personal bubble. The duration on my skin is 6-7 hours in cool weather. It stays all working day on fabric.

Do you like rose, saffron and leather giving it one or twice try. Me being an Iranian I love the smell of rose and saffron and since I am also a man I love the leather. It is one the best one it comes to rose/saffron and leather. This one has a good projection, up to 2 meters/7 feet and longevity is more than 12 hours, and this is on my skin. It projects strongly in 2-3 hours but will settle down. So be aware of using it indoors. In my opinion it is a male perfume but women can also using it basically because of rose. Anyway to be sure if you love/like it or not test it a couple of times. Not for wormer days. Expensive.