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Elie Saab · Sold as unisex
Cuir Patchouli
The quiet intensity of an urban rooftop at dusk, where the city's warmth meets the coolness of twilight.
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Cuir PatchouliPremium · $100–250
69%Similar accords, often for lessExplorer Extreme · MontblancMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 5 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Elie Saab, Cuir Patchouli is a Leather fragrance for women and men created by the renowned perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. This composition opens with patchouli, which provides an earthy depth that contrasts beautifully with warm spicy notes like cinnamon and woody undertones. The leather element adds a distinctive edge, while amber and animalic accords lend a sensual richness to the overall scent. It’s a fragrance that balances raw earthiness with sophisticated warmth.
Given its strong sillage and moderate longevity, one generous spray is sufficient. The patchouli and leather accords project well, making it a statement scent that works best for evening wear or cooler weather when you want to make an impact.
Fig. 01 — Cuir Patchouli, Elie Saab
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Francis Kurkdjian
The composer of lightFrancis Kurkdjian is among the most celebrated perfumers alive — a creative polymath whose work spans haute couture fragrance, contemporary art installations, and the founding of his own maison.
“It’s impossible to predict. Success doesn’t depend on you. It depends on the audience.”
Francis Kurkdjian · SLEEK, June 2026
Designer Elie Saab
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Warmly received so far: loved by 53%, disliked or hated by 12%.