Leather Oud

Leather Oud by Dior is an intensely animalic, smoky, and deeply leathery fragrance with a dominant oud presence that lingers through a long, powerful dry-down. The opening delivers a bold, medicinal synthetic oud layered with birch smoke, incense, and a dry spicy accords that evolve into a dense, rich leather and smoky wood base. While some find it extravagantly daring and luxurious, others perceive it as overwhelmingly animalic—reminiscent of barnyard or raw leather with a pronounced urine-like sharpness. The performance is exceptional, lasting well beyond 12 hours with moderate to strong sillage, making it especially suited to winter evenings. Its projection is potent and lasting, often described as 'beastly' or 'enormous' in close proximity. The fragrance appeals most to enthusiasts of raw, incense-laden oud scents or fans of Le Labo’s Tabac 28, Wild Leather, or Oud Palao for its heft and complexity. It is not for the faint of heart—its boldness embraces a challenge of experience rather than mainstream appeal.