I picked up a sample of TM Pure leather last night at Nordstroms. I was surprised to see It so soon after It's release. As soon as I sprayed it on my arm I knew something was wrong. I got that original blast from A*Men but I also got this synthetic vibe....and not In a good way. I did not get this rich leather...but more like a pleather. It reminded me of that new plastic smell you might get from a new car. I'm not talking about the smell of expensive leather from the seats...but more like the smell from the plastic bits. It sat very close to my skin and was gone In about a hour. I'm a huge TM fan boy and love the Pure line flankers. But Pure leather and Pure shot are huge disappointments Imho.
I get the feeling that TM phoned this one In. I wish he would have put more effort Into the leather note(s) To my nose It's a watered down version of the original A*Men with cheep Ingredients. I love the original A*Men....tar note and all. Imo It has the best dry down In the fragrance Industry. Pure Havane, Pure Malt,Pure Coffee. love them all. Pure Havane Is most likely my favorite because of that wonderful tobacco leaf. But this Pure leather Is not In the same league as TM other flankers. Unless he plans on doing something really special...I hope It ends here with the pure flankers.
For those who love leather as I do....try this. Get the original A*Men or Pure Havane Pure Malt etc.. and layer It with Tom Ford Tuscany leather. The leather note In Tuscany Is one of the best..If not the best that I have ever had my nose on. I don't know what Mugler used In this formulation but It smells cheep and uninviting to me. Not deserving of the Pure flanker line. I put some on about two hours ago and can not detect anything... unless I put my nose directly on my arm....and even then I can barely smell anything. Maybe that't a good thing,
Mike
PS...I also picked up another sample of Hanae Mori(1996). I feel that it's a citrus gourmand that can be worn year around. Very good projection and longevity. I will probably pick up a bottle tonight. I would suggest trying a sample If you haven't done so as of yet.