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Absolus Allegoria Cuir Intense
Guerlain's Absolus Allegoria Cuir Intense is a leather eau de parfum with a deep, layered character. Its leather core is dominant from the outset, supported by a woody foundation and a prominent tobacco thread that gives the scent its warmth and gravity. Beneath these sits a faintly animalic depth, softened by quieter floral, fruity and powdery touches that keep the composition from feeling austere.
The opening carries a bright, slightly fruity facet from osmanthus, which gives way to a heart where musky and woody tones deepen and begin to take hold. Sandalwood and cedarwood anchor the drydown, leaving a dry, smoky warmth that lingers on the skin as the leather and tobacco settle into one another. The development is gradual, so the fragrance reads differently in its first hour than in its last.
Cuir Intense tends to project strongly, so a few sprays are generally enough to be noticed across a room. It is usually long lasting, remaining present through a full day and well into the evening. Its character suits evening wear, night out occasions and more relaxed casual settings, and it can also sit comfortably in a professional environment where a considered, understated presence is wanted. It works across spring, summer, autumn and winter, though its richness tends to feel most at home in cooler weather.
Presented as an eau de parfum in a 125ml bottle from Guerlain.
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