Okay it's expensive... £185!!! People will continue to compare it with TF Tuscan Leather because it's got 'Leather' in the name...for me this is an entirely different take on a leather fragrance. I get the sweetness of fruit and creaminess of vanilla and patchouli in this and personally think it's a triumph and nicer than Tuscan Leather in many ways. It's beautiful to my nose...but... Don't think I'll be getting it at that price...although I was tempted.

Not to my taste at all. I got a sample and to be honest I never even looked at the name as I wanted to test myself on the notes...not much of a test I can tell you. First thing that struck me, orange blossom....white blossomy waxy tuberose, sweet jasmine and in a onslaught of white floral. If you love that then you're in luck because it's here in abundance and I think the combination is good because it keeps the sweetness from becoming too much. However, to me it's quite soapy like Neroli/tuberose or other white florals and although the orange blossom is prominent it's too feminine for me and there's nothing else really to discover after the opening. Longevity and projection are insanely good on this I found spraying a small amount on my pulse points and it was unrelenting.

Complex, masculine, spicy but smooth and above all sophisticated. This one keeps me sniffing and the development of notes is wonderful. I can see the comparisons with brut but this has more depth and subtlety. Having said that for all it's complexity it is fairly linear I think that is due to being very well composed and balanced. I actually enjoy the slight honey note in the dry down which is unusual for me. The opening is pretty harsh though ozonic and metallic, aldehydes then lavender. The dry down is spicier and woody, clean too a little like a gentleman's soap. Sartorial settles close to the skin but is long lasting...I enjoyed this one a real classic.

I can't deny that Penhaligon are masterful at blending fragrances, this one is nothing out of the ordinary. It's a prominent lavender with delicate spicing to create a fragrance which is not in your face more dignified I'd say. Clean & masculine seems to be a theme which runs through all the male focused Penhaligons but nothing groundbreaking.

Fig is a strange one... two fig scents that I really enjoy spring to mind. ADP Fico and the Diptyque Philosykos...this is unlike either of them! It's starts out with a classy citrus blast, by that I mean expensive smelling not like a lemon cleaning product or a 'smelled it all before' designer fragrance. Citron and I get some orange too it's really nice! Then comes one of the greenest of green smells I've experienced, reminiscent of L'Ombre Dans L'Eau by Diptyque. You also get the wonderful freshness of fig but it's very vague in the mix, also there's a slighly spiced, peppery vibe. If this just dried down with subtle wood and faded quietly... I'd have been a happy man, having discovered a brilliant summertime fresh fragrance that I would definitely wear I may have otherwise over looked. Then the magic happens in the drydown!! My favourite part about this fragrance is that even while the citrus and green notes are settling that subtle spice is building to a crescendo of resinous glory! The galbanum is a huge player in the fragrance for me and I've come across mastic before but while I'm not familiar with it's specific qualities it obviously brings something special to the party and the combination smells a bit like myrrh...then changes as it matures further. So given this fantastic combination and journey through different olfactory stages I have to say that this is a magnificent juice from Annick Goutal and a combination of citrus/greens/spice/resins I'd like to see more often. Perfectly unisex too, something about the whole composition seems to be balanced and the drydown to me is masculine but would be totally at home on female skin by the same rule. Excellent stuff this!!!

This is too feminine for my tastes! Takes a braver man than I to pull this off. The name is so provocative and cool I was expecting something dangerous. Oh well nevermind.

Strangest perfume I've come across in viscosity terms... it's as thick as treacle!!! That's a bit of an exaggeration actually but even for pure perfume or extrait it's very oily and has a wonderful, rich maple syrup colour to it. I expected it to be massively potent and but the smell itself is actually quite reserved. When you apply to the skin it has a very oily consistency and DOESN'T dry down! I was sick of waiting so I committed a cardinal sin and rubbed it in slightly. I only applied a very conservative amount but I honestly don't think it's particularly strong just due to it's nature, a kind of exotic woody/floral scent. I honestly thought this contained some crazy rare orchid or something it certainly gives that impression. The main accord to me is a white blossom and tuberose smell with lots of fruitiness in the top notes which give it a lush exoticness. I'm in two minds while it's not offensive It doesn't tickle my fancy either. There's something lovely about it but then it's ruined by the floral notes being a bit flat. I'll try it again soon but my take was...'meh it's okay.

Gentle and smooth this one... Incredibly nice. I realized a while ago that gender categorization for perfume is pointless and largely redundant. I would really not erge anyone to agree or take my opinion on board because its just that...an opinion. I can't help applying the old paradigm of Homme/femme. It's totally unisex and I would wear this in a heartbeat it's a wonderful fragrance I can't fault it. Just in terms of this Arabian nights collection I'd categorize Amber Oud as leaning slightly more toward the feminine. It has a more gentle approach more ambery and is softened by the presence of vanilla. I only mention it because personally I don't know any women who would wear a strong woody or oud fragrance anyway. So when there's a range of unisex fragrances I naturally feel the lighter of the bunch to be more suited to the ladies. If it was cheaper I'd certainly consider adding it to the collection as a good amber scent.

Not a lot of saffron or incense in this at all. My humble opinion...It's oud and guaiac wood no sweetness there and nothing to lift it. It's really good if you like the smell of agarwood don't get me wrong...Longevity and projection are massive. A dark, strong, dank, woody smell but it's not great and certainly not worth the money. What I love about MFK OUD is the saffron and patchouli are totally evident and make an actual perfumers composition...a piece of art if you will. It's one thing being minimal but this is just lazy and the only way the price tag could be justified is if the finest Oud has been used. I don't know if that is the case? I find the mark up on By Kilian has a lot to do with the packaging...I mean the bottles are nice sure but not THAT NICE! The refills are quite reasonably priced if you enjoy the scent, I'd just get them. Not this one though there's a bewildering array of more imaginative Oud based scents out there. Shame too because I've quite liked By Kilian perfumes so far. Listen to the wise words of @jht4060 below and you won't go far wrong.

Well I was really looking forward to trying this fragrance despite not knowing anything about it and I tried this in a shop earlier in the week and as soon as I spray it I was automatically repulsed. Unfortunately I really hate honey!!! Genuinely can't stand the smell of it and that was the major thing in the opening which I took such an instant dislike to. Managed to get my hands on a sample and dispensing it differently (without a atomiser) completely changed the opening for me...very vague honey but many a massive DARK CHERRY which is nice and rich. This is joined by a thick, fresh, pipe tobacco and strong, hard, dense woods...this scent is gorgeous! Have to say the honey note is quite minimal and despite really not enjoying it myself it works so well in this composition and adds another natural feeling dimension. This being said it keeps popping up and getting stronger in the mix at times so it's still a bit of a contentious issue with me.

I felt I aught to re review this fragrance briefly as I've tried it several times now in store and had two sample vials, one which I wore myself and one I gave to my girlfriend to wear. Quite honestly my views haven't changed on this fragrance from my first review, I think it's masterpiece...just not for me to wear. The honey is so full bodied that I can't stomach it, the boozy rich and fruity sweetness of the rest of the fragrance is to die for. It's certainly not my wish that Killian had omitted the honey because Back to Black needs it to give that further dimension. Obviously if you like the smell of honey this fragrance is a show stopper and a must have. I also love the smell of it on my girlfriend. From a distance the sillage trail is all fruity, cherry liquor and its only when I get close I detect the honey again but it certainly seems better on her than on me. I like a lot of fragrances from this house but not many really stand out as individual compositions, showcasing true originality but Back in Black is one of them. Everyone who enjoys fine fragrance should try to get their nose on it, because you won't be disappointed.