SaffronOpens with
RoseHeart
IncenseDries down to
Richard IbanezThe nose · 12 fragrances · also made Ibiza Hippie (2003)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
MDCI Parfums · Sold as masculine
Cuir Garamante
The dim glow of a well-worn study, where the scent of aged books mingles with the warmth of leather-bound journals and smoldering incense.
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Cuir GaramanteLuxury · $250+
57%Similar accords, often for lessL Eau d Issey Pour Homme Or Encens · Issey MiyakeMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2013 by MDCI Parfums, Cuir Garamante is a Leather fragrance crafted by perfumer Richard Ibanez. This composition opens with the bright kick of saffron and nutmeg before settling into a heart of rose and leather that feels both familiar and enigmatic. The base layers in smoky incense and balsamic labdanum, creating a depth that hints at something ancient yet undeniably modern. Cuir Garamante is not just about the notes; it’s an experience that evokes the rich blend of history and craftsmanship.
Cuir Garamante is best applied in light layers — its complexity unfolds gradually. The smoky and spicy notes are most prominent at first but give way to a rich, leathery base that lingers for hours. Avoid wearing it during peak summer; the warmth of this scent reads better once the air turns cooler.
Fig. 01 — Cuir Garamante, MDCI Parfums
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Richard Ibanez
A career built entirely at RobertetRichard Ibanez has spent his entire career at Robertet, the French fragrance house specializing in natural ingredients, an influence that runs through his compositions.
Designer MDCI Parfums
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 8%.