Peau D'Espagne
“Peau D'Espagne by Santa Maria Novella is a Woody fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a leather, smoky composition with a floral undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Peau D'Espagne by Santa Maria Novella was launched in 1901, and it remains a proof of the brand's enduring legacy of sophisticated compositions. The fragrance opens with fresh spicy notes like bergamot and hawthorn, which create an immediate sense of crispness and freshness. As these top notes dissipate, carnation and jasmine emerge to add floral warmth, while the heart of violet leaf and neroli softens the transition into a woody base. This base features Virginia cedar and birch, grounded by the earthy aroma of civetta and musk, evoking the smoky and leathery undertones that define this complex scent.
Composition & Character
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When to Wear
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance in thin layers to let each note develop over time. The fresh spicy top notes fade quickly, but the woody and musky base lasts for hours. Avoid layering with other fragrances as it can overwhelm its nuanced character.
Designer Santa Maria Novella
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intensity of a vintage gentleman's study, where old books mingle with the rich aroma of leather and wood.
Fig. 01 — Peau D'Espagne, Santa Maria Novella
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