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Cuir Sacré Atelier des Ors 2015

7.4 / 10 167 Ratings

A perfume by Atelier des Ors for women and men, released in 2015. The scent is leathery-spicy. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Leathery

Spicy

Woody

Smoky

Green

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Juniper berry

Cardamom

Cypress

Heart Notes

Cedar leaf

Frankincense Saffron

Saffron

Base Notes

Leather

Vetiver

Cypriol

Perfumer

Marie Salamagne

Ratings

Scent

7.4167 Ratings

Longevity

7.1135 Ratings

Sillage

6.4135 Ratings

Bottle

8.5141 Ratings

Value for money

6.359 Ratings

Submitted by Ronin · last update on 02/20/2026.

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Interesting Facts

The fragrance is part of the Noire collection.

Smells similar

What the fragrance is similar to

Oud Wood Eau de Parfum

Encre Noire Eau de Toilette

Aoud Vanille

Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum

Tuscan Leather Eau de Parfum

Reviews

8 in-depth fragrance descriptions

03/06/2018

6Scent 8Longevity 3Sillage

StellaDiverF
213 Reviews

StellaDiverF

Very helpful Review 3

Soft spice blush on pale vetiver

I was kindly provided samples of a few offerings from Atelier des Ors by a blogger friend(thank you!). Here is my experience with Cuir Sacré:

On my skin, Cuir Sacré is primarily a vetiver fragrance, contrary to what the name might imply. At first glance (or sniff should I say), the fragrance seems quite linear and simplistic. But upon close inspection, different notes do demonstrate their distinct facets even though they're overall very well blended.

Cuir Sacré opens with aromatic, fresh, almost crisp juniper berries and vetiver. The vetiver here has some of its woody, salty smoky ham-like aspects, grapefruit-like sourness and even mineral tonalities, but it feels essentially awashed and pale. It recalls to me the bleached vetiver in Frederic Malle Vétiver Extraordinaire, a type of vetiver interpretation that I have had hard time with.

However, what makes Cuir Sacré much more interesting and wearable for me, is the wonderfully fleshly cardamom-saffron-creamy leather accord that I also enjoyed a lot in the opening of Lune Féline. The spices here are much more demure than in Lune Féline, and the leather is more like an abstract velvety texture. But they effectively cast a soft tanned glow on the pale face of vetiver.

Cuir Sacré doesn't go under any significant change once all the elements are in place. I can catch glimpses of the green woody sparkles of cypress, but generally speaking, the fragrance remains a gently spiced vetiver through and through during its 8-hour longevity. The sillage is also quite intimate. It generally stays very close to skin, and the fragrance feels rather airy and transparent.

Because of my personal preference to a darker, more robust vetiver interpretation, Cuir Sacré ultimately doesn't suit my personal use, but I thouroughly enjoyed the delicate yet carnal cardamom-saffron spices. I would definitely recommend it as a modern, sleek vetiver fragrance, especially to fans of Vétiver Extraordinaire but would like a bit more sensual warmth.

04/29/2024

8.5Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Ghassan90
15 Reviews

Ghassan90

Helpful Review 2

Captivating French Leather: A Review with a Twist..

While Cuir Sacré holds a unique allure with its distinct French leathery essence, there are a few things to consider here. Initially, the fragrance captivates with its blend of suede leather, subtle spices, and verdant notes, invoking a sense of grounding and tranquillity reminiscent of nature's lush hues.

The pairing of cardamom and saffron at the top is particularly intriguing, as neither note dominates, creating a harmonious balance. This combination resonates deeply with me, as these are among my absolute preferred notes.

The emergence of vetiver is swift, followed by the subtle appearance of incense in the mid-range. As the woody notes gradually dissipate, the scent transforms into a refined aromatic suede leather, albeit with a NOTICEABLE contrast from its bold opening.

Despite its initial projection, the fragrance's longevity may vary; perhaps it's just my experience, as I've come across reviews praising its longevity, but on my skin, I find that its scent remains detectable for only 3-4 hours (top) before it seems to fade into obscurity.

Interestingly, Cuir Sacré seems to have a magnetic appeal to women when worn by men. (Judging by YouTube and online reviews and personal experience.

In conclusion, Cuir Sacre presents a delightful blend of leathery and woody notes, boasting a distinct profile that sets it apart. However, its performance is moderate, which is somewhat disappointing. (or it's designed that way on purpose?..)
Additionally, it's worth noting that it bears no resemblance to Oud Wood; having owned both, I can attest to their distinctiveness.

One personal note, I am a fan of the unique aesthetic of the gold flake adornments associated with Atelier des Ors, adding an extra layer of allure to the overall experience.

Updated on 04/29/2024

09/12/2025

10Scent 8Longevity 5Sillage

ZeaMoore4
15 Reviews

ZeaMoore4

2

Action hero/Action Villain fragrance

The cardamom and saffron is beautifully spicy and the leather here is nothing short of brilliant. The leather is raw and with a very slight animalic tone in the opening, but mostly floral and clean for most of the wear. There is a burnt tire note when smelled directly up close, nose to skin. But not from 2-3cm off the skin. Incense/wood smoke is also nicely detectable through out the wear. A nice clean and earthy vetiver along with a nice cedar note as a nice base. Cypriol is noticeable, but not to the level where it's unpleasant to me. I'm not a big fan of cypriol in more then low concentrations, but used in the right doses, it is an amazing ingredient. And this is the exact right amount. I believe it's juniper berries that gives it s slight lift, making it almost a little airy. But it's faint' so i can't say for sure. At one point, i swear i detected a bit of ginger too. Spicy and giving that ginger kick to the scent. But i believe that could be a trick of the cypress. It's not linear, but it doesn't evolve a whole lot either. It's a nice, noticeable but expected transition.

To me, this smells like a final boss, or a action hero would smell. Like James Bond, or Hans Gruber (from Die Hard 1). Elegant and classy with an alluring reach, but also with a sharp edge and a dangerous side to it.

I love it, and will treasure the bottle i have, and buy a new one when it's empty. Speaking of bottle. As most people know, the bottle is an art piece on it's own. Even without the gold flakes in the bottle, the way it's made, the oval shape, the attention to details, materials used, how every piece is part of a complete story that together is the bottle and it's content. I blind bought the bottle, and the juice inside just happened to be as good as the packaging. OK, a bit of an exaggeration. I Did blind buy it, but i researched the fragrance thoroughly. So i knew pretty much what i got. And it far exceeded my expectations.

My Only complaint is that i want more projection from a fragrance of this style. As it is a dominant, alluring, dangerous, and powerful fragrance (in my opinion), i would have liked it to have a strong projection. It's still a moderate projection, A nice 30-40cm of projection (about one foot), which is ok. But this is one of those few times i'll say i want strong or enormous projection. This fragrance should grab the attention of everyone around you, and be felt for minutes after you leave. It's a statement piece and an extension of self control into the environment around the wearer.

I get an easy 7-9 hours with steadily declining projection from hour 5-6. Skin scent for 12+ hours. If i spray in the evening, i still pick it up the morning after.

I wouldn't call it a summer fragrance, but a little heat helps it project. It's not so heavy or choking that it can't be worn all year. Just consider the number of sprays and it'll be fine.

Personal score: 9.5/10. I can only take half a point off because i wanted Slightly more projection from this style of fragrance. Otherwise, it's perfection. I can Strongly recommend you sample if you like the note breakdown.

05/08/2015

7.5Scent 6Longevity 6Sillage

Yatagan
416 Reviews

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Yatagan

Top Review 47

Haute Cuisine

Uncommented Scents No. 62

Something noble is coming our way: The five scents from Ateliers des Ors (of which I have been able to experience four thanks to the generosity of KH) make a high-quality, complex, harmonious impression (experimental is something else), which I want to explore further.

However, I must mention a drawback right away: The longevity is not convincing for all Ateliers des Ors on my skin. Especially Cuir Sacré fades away, in my opinion, alarmingly quickly. Reapplying is not a cheap affair here: 100 ml costs 225.00 euros at Jovoy Paris.

The scent itself is wonderful and might receive an additional 10% from me if the longevity were consistently convincing.

In fact, all four listed ingredients are easily identifiable. However, I cannot say that leather is dominant, as the overview of the notes above and the name of the scent suggest. In my opinion, all components are in perfect balance, as rarely experienced. I cannot detect an overweight of one over the other; somehow it feels chiseled, as if measured with a fine scale, almost evenly interwoven. This is fascinating and good craftsmanship or great art or both: Haute Cuisine. It also has something artificial, something synthetic, that nothing dominates or pushes forward. This, however, adds its own charm here.

Actually, it was not the leather emphasized in the name that caught my attention first. As I am a big fan of vetiver, I focused on that first and was able to identify the vetiver note relatively quickly. The saffron, which is combined with oud in many scents of the newer generation, is also clearly recognizable. By the way, saffron and vetiver are an intriguing combination: The moist, grassy-earthy component of vetiver contrasts with the dry prickliness of saffron (which can smell light but also a bit musty, somewhat similar to vetiver - and yet diametrically different).

When it comes to the woody notes, I primarily think of sandalwood, which seems to be more represented here with its sweet spiciness than cedarwood, whose dry-fresh, aromatic note I cannot perceive here. Alone: The wood note might be the one that pushes the least to the forefront in Cuir Sacré, but rather remains foundational, perhaps acting like a clear frame.

If I had to criticize something about the scent, it might be this: Above the perfect balance, which certainly creates great harmony, a bit of the tension element has been forgotten. A more pronounced contrasting note between vetiver and saffron would have pleased me more, especially since highlighting this combination would have been innovative in my view. Leather and wood could then serve as a base in the background to ensure the necessary fundamental harmony, - perhaps to avoid scaring off the less experimental audience.

However, this is nitpicking at a high level, as the scent is thoroughly successful. However, from my perspective, a smaller size would certainly be desirable. Most perfume lovers with collections beyond dozens of bottles hardly need 100 ml. Other niche brands have long recognized this. But this could still be improved in the medium term...

I thank KH for introducing me to four beautiful scents!

05/07/2016

8Scent 8Longevity 7Sillage

Prokion
96 Reviews

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Prokion

Very helpful Review 23

How to Embarrass Yourself.

I was in Berlin yesterday and in the evening I was at KaDeWe. Downstairs, I stood in front of the shelf of Ateilier des Ors and tried Cuir Sacré on test strips and skin. I liked this scent extraordinarily well. Overall, I can agree with Yatagan's comment. Upon closer inspection, I discovered in the bottle... let's say "foreign particles," which irritated me. I mumbled something like: Is it flaking? Is it "off"? Does it have sediment? What I missed was the fact that I was now flanked by two extremely well-groomed saleswomen.
"But, sir....." (Oh, no).
"They are high-quality gold particles that have been added to energetically charge the essences and thus contribute to the harmonization and perfection of the scent profile." Another customer joined in.... "Young man, it's not sediment.
Due to this somewhat unfortunate situation, I decided to make a dignified retreat. Minutes later, I was sitting a few floors up in a quiet corner enjoying a glass of Riesling. I alternately smelled my wrist and the test strip and I maintain that Cuir Sacré smells high-quality. It remains subtle, is not intrusive or in any way dominant. As others have described, it forms a beautiful base/foundation. I really like the juniper-saffron progression. The somewhat dry vetiver note also fits nicely into the picture.
Without "sediment" and for under 200-something euros, I would have taken it with me.
The situation was indeed a bit unfortunate. Regardless, I'm laughing about it now.

As I left KaDeWe, two well-groomed ladies bestowed me with a charming smile and wished me a nice weekend.

Beautiful scent,.... there's no doubt about that.

I'll just leave the matter of the "energetic gold particles" neutrally hanging in the air.

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