Riding Crop

I've had this for a while, but only worn it a few times. Part of the reason is the notorious short longevity of Demeter fragrances. But really, Riding Crop is surprisingly long-lasting. By that, I mean it radiates for a couple of hours, and calms down after that into a typical base-note. I use this one mostly for layering with brighter fragrances. To me, the explosion of leather in the opening of some of my perfumes is EXACTLY what they need before they reach their dry-down phase where I truly love them. In this way, this is a perfect must-have for those who love the heavier, darker scents. It's as if my fragrances morphs throughout the day into something complete different . . . something I'm digging. The fragrance itself is new leather. It smells like black leather bridles to me. Not sure why I smell the color, other than it being a bit more hard. It's not purse smell. It's not wallet smell. It's not the smell of your favorite leather jacket. This is a tack store with the rows and rows of bridles, halters, and saddles to chose from. It's the kind of place I've spent hours in, and I adore it!

It is a pleasant leather scent, with the pleasantness outweighing the leatheriness. I'm not sure what accord it is, but there's a fresh "spa" dimension to this. It smells more like the leather department of a large store, near the perfumes section, rather than the leather items themselves. The stiletto depicted next to the bottle is appropriate, as this doesn't conjure up the more masculine aspects of leather.

Let's be real - it smells like a sex shop. Y'know that plasticky fake leather scent? The smell of pretend whips and dildos? That's what this is. I bought it for the novelty factor. Demeter's Russian Leather is by far more wearable. Still, it's a fun purchase I don't totally regret.

A very true leather scent with some woody/smoky undertones. Has a masculine edge, but I like that about it. It's a bit harsh. It's not for everyone. Smells of new leather ie; leather and the chemicals used to process it.

This is FAB. Perfect for adding another masculine dimension to a lot of fragrances in your wardrobe that may need something extra, a boost or that need to be toned down. Cheers!