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.

I love this. It has some similar DNA to Silky Woods but it's bolder, stronger and more masculine, yet with a juicy, floral edge rather than the sweet muskiness of Silky Woods. This one doesn't change much on me as I wear it. For the first few hours it's strong leather and lavender/floral notes. After that the florals wear off and it's mostly leather. Definitely smells like you're sitting in a new leather interior car with a floral air freshener. Reminds me a bit of my favourite men's scent, Dior Fahrenheit! This one is long-lasting and has strong projection. It's masculine-leaning, but the right woman can definitely pull this off. I actually find it quite nice for the summer because it has a certain "juiciness" to it that makes it refreshing. Especially nice when it's a hot sunny day outside but you're sitting inside in the air conditioning. What can I say? If you love leather you'll love this.

I think the best way to describe this scent is cool. And I mean like a cool breeze (which I realize is ironic given the description from the house). Only on the last of the dry-down does this get warm. Also this does not get animalic on me. I’ve used civet heavy perfumes and this is nowhere close. It is super lavender heavy, so if that’s not your deal, do not buy. It’s quite prominent throughout. The suede and leather are, as everyone says, very smooth and silky. This smells unisex to me, and is floral enough I think you could wear it year round... but maybe leans a touch more cold weather. My warning: this scent is nuclear. One spray on my chest and I can easily smell it 8 hours later. I literally try to not use a full spray. I rated it good value because at 100ml, I will never get through the bottle. Smell 8/10 Projection 8/10 Longevity 10/10

Goldfield & Banks Purple Suede is a 2022 release that is part of the botanical series (that also includes Silky Woods and Island Lush), an aptly-named suede-centric fragrance that has sweet, dark, and floral qualities, conjuring its purple name. It’s rich and smooth, easy to wear despite being very interesting, with a lot of nuance, like resinous and slightly smoky touches, all with a bit, but not too much sweetness. Additional notes include lavender, pink pepper, patchouli, and oakmoss. Purple Suede, as with the rest of the Botanical Series, is priced at $240/47 for 100/10ml, so not cheap, but I find it’s very nice to have a 10ml option for both a more extended trial and for travel, so props to the brand for that. It’s sold at boutiques like Perfumology and Luckyscent that carry the brand. 8 out of 10

The opening of this one is completely herbal -- more than just the lavender listed. Then it gives way to heady florals with a strong green note. I don't detect leather or powder like many mention. There is a sort of ambery background, but it's mainly just floral and green. I think this is one of the prettiest Goldfield and Banks I've experienced. Every time I wear it, my husband asks what it is (a rarity for him), and I love the scent it's left behind on my clothes, which is a soft ambery floral. I currently have just a sample, but I'm sure this is going to end up having to be a rare full-bottle purchase for me.

This morning I poured a whole vile of Purple Suede from LuckyScent on me. Not sure why this is marketed as a woman’s fragrance when it’s more of a masculine scent. It’s very good though, I love it. I own Ombré Leather and I do see some facets of that fragrance in this one. This one is softer and lighter, more smooth. The lavender is an interesting touch. It lasted most of the day and I could smell it on myself all day too. What a gorgeous dry down. Going to buy a full bottle once my ombré leather is empty, which will be soon, I like this more.

I didn’t think I would like this fragrance but man this stuff is good. The oud and animalic notes are likeable, not very screechy and loud. The feeling this gives me is elegance, buttery smooth, masculine, musky, a little musty basement scented masterpiece. For me it doesn’t wear heavy at all (I assume because of the lavender and hyssop) perfect for more professional events or even everyday winter/fall wear. Longevity for me is 12+ hours with good projection nothing that would clear out a room. —————————— Rating: 87/100 Longevity: 12+ Hours

I just received my sample today and I'm enjoying this so far. At first sniff, it's quite heavy on the oud and leather, but the oud is sweet and not skanky. After a few minutes the lavender and a faint floral note that I'm unfamiliar with come into play. Longevity is good, as is projection. I agree with Raffi below (or maybe it's the power of suggestion) that there does seem to be a slight hint of Dior Fahrenheit in the dry down. It's far too hot where I live to wear this right now, but look forward to wearing this more in the autumn.

I have been looking for a lavender scent. The top hits you with lavender and fruit. It’s got a damp side to it, but also a flowery quality due to the lavender lead. It settles into leather over anything else. I find it pretty addictive to smell. On a personal note, it’s not one I think I can pull off, but it’s not one that I will forget. The leather ends up being too much for me, smells like a car, but I can see people absolutely loving this. Edit: I intend to test this again. I think it's a very interesting fragrance.

I’m gatekeeping this beauty which has definitely flown under the radar. Smells nothing like ombré leather, there is nothing like this it’s so unique. I’ve only tested it once so need more time with it as blind bought 100ml, but this is art in a bottle - how the perfumer has managed to create something that smells exactly like the name is mind blowing. It lasts forever too. Avoid getting on clothes as it won’t come off 😂 first impressions - 10/10

Good. First few mins its very potent with a large dose of almost animalic & fresh leather, dries down it turns into a dark smooth&spicy warm suede, definitely can pick up the tuxedo dna more than ombre leather anyway - truly tuxedo's older brother with more leather and oud. LASTS around 8 hours or more for me and projects on my skin. Very sophisticated and signature scent worthy, one of my better blind buys. wearing this all year round. 10/10

Good. First few mins its very potent with a large dose of almost animalic & fresh leather, dries down it turns into a dark smooth&spicy warm suede, definitely can pick up the tuxedo dna more than ombre leather anyway - truly tuxedo's older brother with more leather and oud. LASTS around 8 hours or more for me and projects on my skin. Very sophisticated and signature scent worthy, one of my better blind buys. wearing this all year round. 10/10

I got a sample of Purple Suede, and I didn't know what to expect. After trying it, I love it. This is a very sweet leather which, when combined with lavender transforms into a very very nice perfume. On my skin, cashmeran is king after the main notes (lavender and leather), and kind of "tames" the leather note (which on my skin stays forever). Longevity is very very good, sillage is good too. Big love, and a very nice surprise.

Supple leather, lavender, raisin, vanilla, amber, violet pastille. Cozy dance party, soft but badass, snuggly but playful, sexy, tough, sweet, evocative, fun. 'CEO'? Maybe the nonbinary CEO of a restaurant group but not of the Fortune 500. 'Breezy'? Maybe if the breeze is blowing lavender petals through an urban cemetery in winter. Potent but not synthetic. Lasts and lingers. The name fits. Crushing on this. 9/10.

Such fine perfumery coming out of Australia lately! The mixture of lavender with leather and civet produces a striking accord, both calming and animalic. Although this is unisex, I could particularly imagine this being worn by a lovely mature woman in an authority position wanting to project confidence. The oud adds a nice deepening touch. The drydown is heavenly--this is really a wonderful fragrance.

perfect soft flowery suede, powerful, sexy, luxurious, bold... an instant mood lifter. purple suede is such a perfect name for it too, wearing this while wearing some of my purple suede wardrobe items is.. an experience. just one of my favorite perfumes ever. 100% unisex, I would not call this masculine leaning. does require some maturity from the wearer, would not recommend for anyone under 30