Fleur de Peau

This is so yummy!! I get nothing similar to Cuir de Russie, and while I most definitely smell the leather, this is a primarily a resinous floral on my skin. I own the older version - A Fleur de Peau - so I'm not sure how much of a difference that makes. It would be nice if someone who has tried both can comment on that! The longevity, projection, and silage are very good. Again, I can only speak to the "A" version. This is my fourth Keiko Mecheri and it may actually be in a tie with Myrrhe de Merveilles for my favorite. Both are definitely cold weather scents that will easily segue from a big, cozy sweater and jeans to something more suitable for a night out. Keiko makes gorgeous fragrances. I've purchased all of mine blindly and have yet to be disappointed. Of course, YMMV, so unless you're in the mood to take a chance, I recommend you try before you buy. That might not be possible with her older scents such as this one, but who knows? Maybe you'll luck out! EDIT 3/6/2024 - I still love this, but for the record, Myrrhe de Merveilles remains my favorite out of the multiple Keiko's I own. I just purchased a backup bottle!

A Fleur de Peau (with the word 'A' in front). Bottle cap is etched. Ylang-ylang, Iris. Then honey, spice, and subtle burnt orange balance the sweetness, while ambergris contributes to the leather feeling (that's what I'm getting - even tho ambergris isn't listed in the pyramid. There's something there contributing to this sued-y, hide-y note...) A Fleur de Peau serves misbehaved, drippy, droopy flowers way past their prime in a syrupy, sensual, and potent dish. It is a gorgeous and unique take on a leathery-floral perfume, and deserves to be worn whenever, and often, which I do. I especially enjoy spraying A Fleur de Peau in the evening, when I can alternate between conscious enjoyment and mindless experience. Surprisingly unisex. Sillage - Potent. One spray is enough. Lasting power - above average. edit: Love this so much that when a first-edition bottle became available, I bought it. I have no doubt that I will finish both bottles.

I am truly baffled at the neglect of Keiko Mecheri FLEUR DE PEAU. This is a simply gorgeous ambergris floral composition. Perhaps it has been misunderstood as a leather perfume? The edgy ambergris accord is very obvious; the leather less so, but what makes this creation unique is the sweet florality, which actually reminds me initially a bit of Miller Harris COEUR DE FLEUR. The bright, perfumey aspect of that floral perfume is on display in FLEUR DE PEAU as well, but it is counterbalanced by the ambergris to make a very appealing and daring feminine perfume. I've seen some comments to the effect that Keiko Mecheri perfumes are too staid and restrained. This one is not, and I commend it to the attention of anyone who loves both feminine florals and true ambergris. FLEUR DE PEAU is going on my wishlist! This is incredibly wonderful!

I read everyone's reviews to AFdP with interest. My thoughts are closest to harperhilton's. I own many of the scents that other fragranticans find reminiscent of AFdP; and IMO it's very similar to Cuir Mauresque. To my nose, AFdP is sweeter and slightly more powdery than CM (maybe the ylang ylang adds the sweeter presence). The leather tends slightly closer to Cuir de Russie than CM. Regardless this is a beautiful winter warm up fragrance for a day where you watch the snow melt reminding you that spring will arrive soon. I think we can see Ms. Mecheri's inspiration for this charming composition. Even if you own many of the similar perfumes, this is not redundant. I'm glad to have a FB of AFdP in my stash.

I wore this perfume for New Year's Eve, and it was a cozy way to bring in the new year.The powder here is divine,like golden iris butter, bees buzzing in my memory around sweet yellow/white flowers. And leather, perfumed leather. I can't stop sniffing this elegant powdery masterpiece!