Purple Suede

Purple Suede was launched in 2022, and its fragrance was created by perfumer Ilias Ermenidis (DSM-Firmenich). It translates into olfactory form the aromatic landscape of Tasmanian lavender fields warmed by the sun, reinterpreting this classic ingredient from a contemporary and surprising perspective. Purple Suede is part of the Exclusive Collection called Botanical Series and is the second creation in this line, following the iconic Silky Woods, which inaugurated the proposal to highlight Australian botanical raw materials under a sophisticated and modern approach. And it's worth remembering: it has a 25% concentration and also comes in a bottle created by the master glassmakers of La Glass Vallée (France), lacquered in 24K gold, as a tribute to the Australian Gold Rush. It's pure luxury! Purple Suede is classified by the company as a leather-floral perfume, and to that end, notes of pink pepper, lavender, leather, Indonesian patchouli, civet, oud, moss, cashmeran, and amber were combined. The inspiration comes from Tasmanian lavender – a variety of Lavandula angustifolia cultivated in an environment of extraordinary purity – reinterpreted in contrast with accords of leather and noble woods. The result is a fragrance that balances aromatic elegance, tactile sensuality, and resinous depth. Right from the opening, Purple Suede reveals a luminous aromatic lavender, full of green and herbal nuances, evoking flowery fields under the dry heat of the Australian summer. It's as if the flowers crackled under the hot sun. This opening is not aromatic in the classic sense; there is an almost powdery texture, suggesting the beginning of a darker accord. At the heart of the creation, the fragrance gains body and personality. Lavender becomes denser and more textured, enveloped by soft floral nuances and a soft leather accord reminiscent of suede. Spicy notes amplify the aromatic sensation, creating a refined contrast between botanical freshness and wild depth. As it evolves on the skin, Purple Suede plunges into a rich and enveloping base. Notes of patchouli, oud, and amber build a resinous and woody base, while civet and moss add animalic and earthy nuances that reinforce the sensual and sophisticated character of the composition. The result is a dry, elegant, and slightly smoky trail, where leather and lavender remain intertwined until the end. The performance matches the density of the proposal, and the fragrance has excellent longevity and projection, creating an enveloping aura without ever losing its sophistication. From my own experience, I can say that this olfactory signature tends to shine in mild or cold climates, and on nighttime occasions, although its aromatic elegance allows for diverse uses by those who appreciate perfumes with personality. Purple Suede is not just a reinterpretation of lavender; it's a study of contrasts between tradition and modernity, light and shadow, floral softness and rustic texture. By uniting the botanical purity of Australia with the sensuality of leather, this fragrance reaffirms the brand's commitment to exploring natural raw materials and reinforces the unique olfactory identity of Goldfield & Banks, positioning itself as a prominent Australian niche perfumery brand on the global stage.

I have recently found out that I really like leather / suede fragrances. I love Tom Ford's Ombrè Leather (both EdP and Parfum) and Tuscan Leather, and I also adore Marc-Antoine Barrois' Encelade and Ganymede. Purple Suede by Goldfield & Banks is really, really nice as well, and I find the addition of lavender quite original. All these leather / suede fragrances get quite sweet on my skin and I find them very elegant and comforting at the same time, but also with quite some character. On my skin, the lavender in Purple Suede is quite subtle and delicately powdery, it is definitely stronger on clothes, but not overpowering. This fragrance, in my opinion, can be worn all year round, with exception of very hot weather, and it is perfect for both work and more formal / elegant events. I am a woman, and I think this is perfectly unisex, as the others I have mentioned above. I understand that for some people these can pull more to the masculine side, but do not overlook them as women, since the smell can be different on men and women and, in my case, they become quite sweet on my skin, while they smell definitely less sweet and more leathery on my husband. Last, I do not find any of these scents to be animalic. The civet here is certainly contributing in making the smell sweeter, but I cannot say it smells animalic or skanky.

My 3rd favorite ( beside silky woods & sunset hour) from the brand! Gorgeous, smooth, musky & powdery almost photorealistic suede which is animalic but possibly in the best deep & sensual way. And this tender suede note is gently surrounded & embraced by lavender which with the soft feathery-powdery musk ( and a hint of aromatic and also purple hyssop) turns the scent into hazy dusty mauve color. The additional woody notes in the background are beautiful. They supply a deep warm dark brown (oud) and soft taupe (cashmeran) base for mauve color. The cashmeran is warm, snug & wool like, whilst the divistive Oud what is often could be really opressive or sometimes a harsh note, well here it isn't that. It's still potent, and prominent in a gentle, deep & heavenly balsamic way. And It doesn't supress the other notes, instead of that it just accompany attends hand-in-hand the other notes. And gives majestic warm almost opaque aura to the composition. A very impressive, ( in my personal opinion one of the best) sofisticated & delicate leather fragrance !<3 It's totally unisex! But i'm surprised about gender votes here, because feel that it slightly lays on the feminin side. But it's just my very personal opinion. :D

Purple Suede is a well blended and very smooth leather scent. On my skin, Purple Suede opens with dry lavender and sparkling pepper, with a minty nose feel. There are gentle, savory spices here, in addition to the pepper, that add complexity and interest. The scent warms up and becomes drier, half-way to pleasantly acrid, as the main accord of leather is built by woody aromachemicals. The leather here is a familiar construct, but smelling much more refined/natural compared with something like Ombré Leather. The leather has a dry tobacco quality that is warm, woody, earthy and rounded. Along with the fading lavender, the overall impression is somewhat masculine to me, yet fairly restrained & well blended. Purple Suede offers a smoothed and refined experience of leather, not as loud or aggressive compared to most. I feel like this could be an unisex leather that ladies might like to wear on a night out, or a more polite daytime leather for a man who might favor heavier, skankier leathers after work. This is a very beautiful and elegant smell. The overall energy is quite calming and grounded. Purple Suede should definitely be sampled, and, along with Silky Woods, one of the best releases from Goldfield & Banks.

First of all, a mistake to compare it to TF leathers. And i am glad that it is different. Second, I think people are focussing to much on the leather. This is a masterpiece, the beauty is in this lavender/smoke dry airy note. not the leather aspect that so many are placing as focus. website description: "An olfactory imagination expressing the scent of aromatic fields of sunburnt lavender, where blossoms are crisped by the fierce heat of the sun. Paired with the scent of rust-coloured saddles, this sensual perfume reveals a distinctively rich and dry sillage. A contemporary and unexpected take on lavender and leather. " This sunburnt dry air is simply breathtaking, its so imaginary stimulating. The suede/leather oud/civet accord makes this niche and the icing on the cake. If you cant appreciate it..... Good more exclusive for the real lovers. But if you want to sample be mindfull of the unique experience you are getting.