Cuir Sublime Oud

So, I fell head-over-heels in love with the 2023 version of Cuir and had a few friends who were equally smitten with it when I wore sample sprays. After deciding it was the time to buy, I noticed the 2025 / Oud Sublime version had replaced it in most retail settings, but the reviews here largely said they're identical. I have had it a couple weeks now, and have done a side-by-side. I'm not the most studied fragrance fan out there, but the open is 99.9% identical to me. I had to really hunt for the difference. Now, the dry-down is a bit different and I find it to be a masterful revision. Let me explain: I've tested a LOT of leather-forward fragrances and have worked with and own plenty of types of leathers. I describe the difference as the older variant pinging my brain about more of a stiff calfskin or vachetta, with just that hint of sharp tannery / raw hide vibe, while the new one leans more toward a lambskin glove after the first wear, as it warms up and you get that waft of softer and more supple new leather smell. Why do I call this masterful? The audience! Those sharper notes don't land well with everyone, as they're akin to an acquired taste. But, think about how many people will bury their face in a new, soft leather jacket and inhale. Cuir Sublime Oud makes a subtle tweak, keeping everything I loved most about its predecessor, while making it more attractive to those in the room. For its price & single, large size (4.2oz), it's got to be a real winner, and I feel YSL has delivered the most enticing leather fragrance on market!

I can confirm that its the same perfume as 2023 version Cuir! Exactly the same, nuclear superb leathr with smoky facets and ozonic! Also, fragrantica staff, keep in mind the perfumer hasn t change, its the same Fabrice Pellegrin! So give him the credit he deserves!

Happy to report that this smells exactly the same with the previous release. A little less loud but still great longevity.

This is so good! Really well blended❤️ Long lasting

It's a nice leather fragrance with strong performance i get 12 hours on my skin and 24+ hours on my clothes but i ask a simple question:WHERE'S THE OUD 8.8/10