Almond Suede by Arquiste

Gourmand Leather

In the golden age of Al-Andalus, confectioners crafted almond marzipan of unparalleled delicacy.

December 810, Córdoba, Al-Andalus.

The secret lay in the whispered exchange between Moorish and Spanish kitchens, transforming recipes of almond flour, sugar, saffron and orange blossom into an art. Nearby, within the vibrant streets of Córdoba, skilled artisans shaped leather into exquisite wonders. Thus, the velvety scent of marzipan commingled with the oaky Córdoba leather, their crafts a symbolic bridge between cultures and traditions, proving that even in the crucible of diverse rule, the sweetest symphonies could emerge from shared traditions.

Top Notes: Pink peppercorn, Italian bergamot oil, honeycomb absolute, bitter almond oil

Heart notes: Cistus concrete from Spain ORPUR, North African neroli oil ORPUR, saffron accord, orange flower accord

Base Notes: Candied sugar, vanilla absolute, pine tar from France ORPUR, suede accord.

100 ml. EdP spray, 1 ml. spray sample 

Family: Leather, Gourmand

Perfumer: Calice Becker