London

London is a scent that is often compared often to TF’s Tuscan Leather, and when you spray it you will understand why. The three notes that you will smell throughout the wearing of it are: oud, raspberry, and leather. Of the three, I found the raspberry to be the most surprising because as heavy as leather and wood can be, it makes its presence known. Its bright, its fresh, its tart, and in my opinion it is the lynchpin that is stopping the fragrance from being a generic fragrance. The first half hour or so the raspberry is the most noticeable but even when it dries down, if you didnt know that raspberry was in it you would still get the impression that just makes the scent different. Having said all that, I think the underrated “star” of the fragrance is the vanilla. More specifically, how much vanilla was used in the base. As the raspberry is calming down during the first hour or so, you are going to start noticing a faint sweetness. It works in such a way that it not only balances the sharpness of the leather, but it reduces the “sourness” of the raspberry while highlighting its best aspects. It is absolutely well blended and once the fragrance settles down after the first hour, its identity stays the same all the way through. I think its linearity makes it a great choice for someone casual that wants to make the jump from department store to niche while still being understandable. I think its also a good choice for the late fall months if you want something thats alluring, but not attention seeking if that makes sense. Verdict: Is this worth buying? In a GENERAL sense, no. You may be surprised after all my praises, but here me out. This isnt for everyone. It is very much a masculine fragrance for one thing and even if i was to recommend it to guys only, its more for a mature, older type of man. Best suited for men in their 40s-50s, probably married with kids, and either works a suit and tie job or a trade. Thats the impression I get at least. Another thing is this, remember how I said that the raspberry was the lynchpin? That is also its biggest drawback. You may like oud or leather, but if you dont like the raspberry then you most likely wont enjoy it. It is what sets the direction for where the fragrance is heading. Lastly, as mentioned before, the weather. If you dont live somewhere that gets below 15C/59F temperature, the sharp leather note will give you a headache. Having said all that, if you do like oud/leather type of fragrances and can deal with the drawbacks, then I would say that London is at least worth your attention to sample.

In my quest to upgrade my rather uninspired fragrance library; I’ve been sampling fragrances from more niche perfumers that I’ve not paid much attention to. I tend to be rather picky due to the climate in which I reside (South Florida) and also my general style (despite my age) doesn’t really lend itself to ultra mature, serious, rich, opulent fragrances. Conversely, I also don’t do well with ultra young sweet or super sporty fragrances either, I tend to teeter between dry spicy woods, mixed with citruses and marine notes, or fragrances that dry down with a bit of wood and smoke but not heavy. Anyhow, I went ahead and picked up a sample of Widian London....I generally haven’t really liked leather fragrances much but as I’ve gotten a bit older they’ve grown on me some. Widian London is very beautiful, the opening is sweet and luxurious, you smell the raspberry almost immediately but you also get a nice warm leather and dry woodsy note. As it dries down the leather becomes more prominent but it’s not a dirty leather and not a super fresh leather either this is a very wearable leather with a background of fruitiness but not overpowering like TF Tuscan Leather. This is a bit more masculine leaning in my opinion. A very beautiful scent and I’m trying to see if this is FB worthy. This would definitely be different in my collection my only issue is that living in Florida I only see this getting wear during the evening or to more formal outings. Date night, jeans and jacket, dinner, drinks, etc. if you live in a warm climate like I do, this would be a late fall or winter fragrance (although the winters in South Florida are pitiful and rather non-existent) but at least there’s a 10-15 degree difference from Summer to Winter her in South Florida. Anyways, this is a great fragrance I could definitely see myself wearing this and the bottle is gorgeous.

I was planning to buy TF Tuscan Leather but then I stumbled upon this one. I had some doubts about Tuscan Leather as it was a bit too strong and sharp for my taste so this one turned out to be just what I was looking for. The leather here is softer and more pleasant, a bit like in TF Ombre Leather Parfum. I can mainly smell the soft leather with sweet, fruity notes on my skin. It is quite powdery which in my opinion makes the fragrance even softer. The other notes don't stand out much or at least I cannot pick them up in the air. It is perfectly unisex, maybe leaning slightly feminine because of the sweetness. Normally I do not care for such stuff but I have to mention here that the presentation is great. A lot of attention to detail, the box look great on the shelf and the bottle looks high quality with a nice heavy cap. Too bad it's not magnetic though. Now this is going to sound a bit crazy but my problem with this fragrance is that it lasts long and projects quite well. How is this a problem, you ask? The fragrance is very linear - it doesn't change almost at all from the opening to the dry down. For me this gets very boring and after wearing this for one day, I need a break for a week or so. It's still a beautiful fragrance, just gets boring after a while. If you don't get bored with it, I'd say it's pretty good for every day wear in colder seasons. Otherwise it's a nice option for evenings/special occasions. Considering the price, I would recommend to test first.

I have some things to say about this one. Widian - where have you been all my life? Why have I neglected you? Shame. London is pretty much this: the best fragrance I’ve had the opportunity to wear. London is deeply, sweet blended perfection. Raspberry and oud are the most prominent notes - but this is mixed fantastically - as if MFK threw this bad boy together. This is going to sound crazy (and it probably is) - but picture an aquatic version of Tuscan leather. That’s London. I know there are no aquatics listed - but the overall mixture has a freshness about it - and how the hell can raspberry, oud and amber seem fresh?! I know. This is confusing. That’s why I’m saying - just imagine an aquatic Tuscan leather. Sounds interesting, right? It is! This is a multi-sniff delight. The only reason I’m comparing it to Tuscan leather is for a common point of reference - this is not a leather fragrance - but does mimic some of the best qualities of TL. This is classy, fun, warm and addictive. SAVE UP YOUR MONEY AND BUY THIS. I promise you will not regret. Shoot - now I have to come back and edit this. So I realized after I sniffed my hand a few hundred times - this is mancera black gold (one of my favorites!!) with added raspberry. That explains why I love it so much. And for further comparison - this definitely resembles a mancera style scent (oud on top + sweetness). This is top notch. 8/10

Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (10/10) Widian’s London is a masterclass in balance and sophistication. From the very first spray, you're greeted with a bold yet refined blend of raspberry, leather, and vanilla, creating a rich, slightly sweet opening that feels both luxurious and inviting. As it settles, a musky undertone emerges, grounding the fragrance with a sensual warmth. The oud is present but plays a supporting role—light, airy, and never overwhelming. It adds depth without stealing the spotlight, making this scent far more approachable than some of its heavier oud-based counterparts. Yes, comparisons to Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather are inevitable, but London carves its own path. It’s smoother, more wearable, and arguably more versatile. While it doesn’t reinvent the leather-raspberry genre, it perfects it, delivering a fragrance that feels both familiar and elevated. Performance is where London truly shines. Longevity is outstanding, easily lasting through the night, and the initial projection is strong—so a light hand on the trigger is advised. This isn’t your typical office scent; it’s bold, confident, and best suited for evenings out, upscale events, or moments when you want to make a statement. In short, London is a fragrance of confidence and strength, wrapped in elegance. A must-try for fans of leather scents and a worthy addition to any collection.