GFT Spanish Leather - What's similar?

[rider4life]

So I received some free samples from GFT (not the actual GFT EdC though ) and one of them was the Spanish Leather EdC. I think it's awesome and the wife seems to like it. She's a bit sick right now so the nose isn't working as well as it should but I'm hopeful things will stay the same when she's better!

What's a similar cologne to the GFT Spanish Leather? I'd like to give her a few options (and if you remember the other thread I'm still looking for some of the Tom Ford up here!) if possible and I always enjoy trying new things myself.

Thanks in advance!

Cheers,

M.

 

[Edinburgh]

You might consider Woods of Windsor EDT.

 

[Timmy Dee]

I've not tried anything similar to Spanish Leather, I'm afraid. It has elements in common with Chanel's Cuir de Russie, so maybe seek out a sample of that.

However I'd stick with the SL as there are better Chanel Exclusifs to be bought.
I find SL's longevity to be damn good for a cologne, and really enjoy it. You can find the 100mL sprinkle top for a pretty good price online.

 

[Qhead]

Yeah the Spanish Leath kicks ace. Got it as a gift and love it. Good longevity. Wife likes it too.

 

[cernel_joson]

Spanish Leather is great. Good longevity too. Try out Habit Rouge.

 

[john parker]

Wish you would have asked about T&H Spanish Leather, because Zino Davidoff smells like it. Tried the GFT a long time ago and only once; remember that it had a leather smell that T&H did not. Sorry I can't be of any more help.

 

[rider4life]

Thanks all. Unfortunately SWMBO is no longer sick and got a full and proper whiff of the SL the other night. She then informed me I reminded her of an old lady...I think I'll be sticking that one back in the box.

Thanks anyways all!

Cheers,

M.

 

[Leo8701]

I guess to each his own. Smells like grandpa in his casket to me.

 

[professorchaos]

Try Santa Maria Novella's Cuir d'Espagne. No old ladies in there.

 

[tehtimmeh]

Try Santa Maria Novella's Cuir d'Espagne. No old ladies in there.

Nope, just Tabasco sauce!

 

[The Nid Hog]

I think that there are two lessons to take from this.

The first is that SL differs in some important ways from other leathers. To me, there's something of a balsamic vinegar scent in there. I love leather fragrances, but I honestly don't care for Trumper's SL very much.

The second? Don't ask your wife what she thinks until the bottle is on the bathroom counter. This is my oft-repeated rant, but I think that, maybe over a drink on a quiet evening, you guys need to tell your wives that you no more want their honest opinion about your frag choices than they want you to honestly tell them if that white dress makes them look fat. Life is about compromises. Save the honest, heart-to-heart stuff for discussions about whether or not her mother should go on vacation with you, or if it's OK for junior to get that snake tattoo on his face that he's been wanting. This is their chance to chime in with something supportive like, "Oh, that's very....nice" and everybody goes away happy. Just like when you look at that dress and say, "Fat? How could you ever think that? You look great!"

 

[professorchaos]

Nope, just Tabasco sauce!

And once you smell it, you will never not smell it

 

[jakespoppy]

I think that there are two lessons to take from this.

The first is that SL differs in some important ways from other leathers. To me, there's something of a balsamic vinegar scent in there. I love leather fragrances, but I honestly don't care for Trumper's SL very much.

The second? Don't ask your wife what she thinks until the bottle is on the bathroom counter. This is my oft-repeated rant, but I think that, maybe over a drink on a quiet evening, you guys need to tell your wives that you no more want their honest opinion about your frag choices than they want you to honestly tell them if that white dress makes them look fat. Life is about compromises. Save the honest, heart-to-heart stuff for discussions about whether or not her mother should go on vacation with you, or if it's OK for junior to get that snake tattoo on his face that he's been wanting. This is their chance to chime in with something supportive like, "Oh, that's very....nice" and everybody goes away happy. Just like when you look at that dress and say, "Fat? How could you ever think that? You look great!"

Great advice! I much prefer this approach over the other method of "I don't care what SWMBO thinks, I'll wear what I like!"

I agree re: SL, too. It's rather unique, very strong, and lasts all day and night, but unfortunately isn't for me.

 

[rider4life]

I think that there are two lessons to take from this.

The first is that SL differs in some important ways from other leathers. To me, there's something of a balsamic vinegar scent in there. I love leather fragrances, but I honestly don't care for Trumper's SL very much.

The second? Don't ask your wife what she thinks until the bottle is on the bathroom counter. This is my oft-repeated rant, but I think that, maybe over a drink on a quiet evening, you guys need to tell your wives that you no more want their honest opinion about your frag choices than they want you to honestly tell them if that white dress makes them look fat. Life is about compromises. Save the honest, heart-to-heart stuff for discussions about whether or not her mother should go on vacation with you, or if it's OK for junior to get that snake tattoo on his face that he's been wanting. This is their chance to chime in with something supportive like, "Oh, that's very....nice" and everybody goes away happy. Just like when you look at that dress and say, "Fat? How could you ever think that? You look great!"

While I appreciate the advice I'd rather wear something I know will cause my SWMBO to want to rip off my clothes when she smells it, as would she. I also have no problem telling her something she's wearing makes her look bad, she has no issue telling me the same. We're very honest with each other at all times and if that doesn't work for you then you have my sympathies. That's one of those things I've never really understood, why lie about something so inconsequential? If your SO doesn't look good, tell them (gently if they're on the sensitive side), especially if you're going to be going out with them. I want my wife to look her best at all times and want to look (and smell )my best for her.

Cheers,

M.

 

[The Nid Hog]

While I appreciate the advice I'd rather wear something I know will cause my SWMBO to want to rip off my clothes when she smells it, as would she. I also have no problem telling her something she's wearing makes her look bad, she has no issue telling me the same. We're very honest with each other at all times and if that doesn't work for you then you have my sympathies. That's one of those things I've never really understood, why lie about something so inconsequential? If your SO doesn't look good, tell them (gently if they're on the sensitive side), especially if you're going to be going out with them. I want my wife to look her best at all times and want to look (and smell )my best for her.

Cheers,

M.

Ah, youth.

 

[tehtimmeh]

Ah, youth.

LOL no kidding.

I think the OP needs to rush out, pick up a bottle of Creed Aventus and be done with the whole thing.