Cuir Mauresque
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into animalic.
About
Cuir Mauresque by Serge Lutens is a Leather fragrance for women and men. Cuir Mauresque was launched in 1996. The nose behind this fragrance is Christopher Sheldrake. The fragrance features Leather, Myrhh, Clove, Amber, Civetta, Caraway, African Orange Flower, Incense, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Styrax, Musk, Mandarin Orange, Agarwood (Oud) and Virginia…
Nose: Christopher Sheldrake
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Cuir Mauresque smell like?
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into animalic. Dominant accords: amber, warm spicy, animalic.
How long does Cuir Mauresque last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cuir Mauresque loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Cuir Mauresque best for?
Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cuir Mauresque?
Night wear leads at 58%. Day is a secondary pick at 42%.
Is Cuir Mauresque for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 54% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Cuir Mauresque?
Composed by Christopher Sheldrake. Released in 1996.
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