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Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie by Chanel
2007 • Women

CHANEL
LES EXCLUSIFS DE CHANEL CUIR DE RUSSIE

Les Exclusifs de Chanel Cuir de Russie opens with a refreshing burst of bergamot and mandarin orange, intertwined with the delicate sweetness of African orange flower. This lively introduction quickly gives way to a heart that is richly floral, featuring rose and jasmine, complemented by the exotic warmth of ylang-ylang and subtle oriental notes. As the fragrance settles, the base reveals a complex blend of leather and tobacco, underscored by musk and a hint of smoky birch. The result is a fragrance that balances floral elegance with a deeper, more animalic sensibility. Best suited for the cooler months of fall and winter, Cuir de Russie is versatile enough to transition from day to night wear, making it an excellent choice for both casual outings and more intimate settings. Its moderate longevity and intimate sillage mean it won’t overwhelm, but rather invite those around you to lean in closer. If you're drawn to fragrances that embody both strength and softness, Cuir de Russie stands out in the realm of leather perfumes. Think of it as a sophisticated alternative to Tom Ford's Tuscan Leather, offering a unique take that is distinctly Chanel.

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person Perfumer Ernest Beaux
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Expect african orange flower and bergamot up top, with ylang-ylang and jasmine carrying the middle of the wear. What you'll smell on skin hours in is leather, birch, and tobacco — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance lands in the middle: dependable longevity with measured projection. Lives in the fall-to-winter window at any hour. Community sentiment is consistently positive (4.3/5 across 4,781 votes) — a low-risk pick.

timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours52%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate26%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 17.5% SPRING
wb_sunny 11.1% SUMMER
eco 39.7% FALL
ac_unit 31.7% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 51% DAY
dark_mode 49% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

leather 100%
smoky 71%
white floral 64%
animalic 62%
sweet 60%
woody 58%
musky 57%
yellow floral 57%
citrus 56%
tobacco 55%

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