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La Botte
by Byredo
La Botte by Byredo is a bold, leathery fragrance with a distinctive industrial elegance. It opens with a sharp, patent-leather character enhanced by jasmine, followed by a dry, powdery violet that floats above a core of smooth, slightly bitter mahogany and animalic leather. The scent is linear yet powerful, with no real evolution – it remains consistently intense throughout. It shares thematic similarities with Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather and Dior Fahrenheit, but with a more synthetic, abstract violet and a cleaner leather note – not sweet, not smoky, but severe and refined. The scent is best suited for winter evenings, where its dense sillage and long-lasting presence can be appreciated. It feels self-assured and authoritative, evoking a sophisticated, modern intensity not for the faint of heart.
Pros
- +Strong sillage and longevity make it noticeable from a distance, reinforcing confidence and presence
- +Unique leather-violet accords feel unnatural yet elegant, offering a niche, dramatic character
- +The dry, powdery finish is sophisticated and not overwhelmingly sweet – ideal for those who prefer minimal floral sweetness
Cons
- −Extremely linear and lacks development – no subtle transitions or layered evolution
- −The aggressive animalic and leather notes may feel harsh or industrial to those sensitive to synthetic animalics
- −Price point is widely considered excessive for its size, despite strong performance