Tuscan Leather vs Tobacco Oud Comparison

For this post, I wanted to do another comparison between two Tom Ford scents: Tuscan Leather vs. Tobacco Oud. Which of these two popular Private Blend fragrances smells the best? Which lasts longer? Which is the better buy? I have worn and reviewed both, and will now, break down each by category before declaring an ultimate winner.

Tale of the Tape

Tobacco Oud

Notes include: tobacco, oud, amber, whiskey, vanilla, cinnamon, benzoin, patchouli, sandalwood, coriander, cedar, incense

Click here to try: Tom Ford Private Blend Tobacco Oud Eau De Parfum Spray 100ml/3.4oz

Read my original review: Tobacco Oud Review

Tuscan Leather

Notes include: leather, suede, raspberry, jasmine, olibanum, saffron, amber

Click here to try: Tom Ford Tuscan Leather Eau De Parfume Spray for Men, 1.7 Ounce

My original Review: Tuscan Leather

Opening

Tobacco Oud actually starts out with a burst of the oud and whiskey. The tobacco is there, but it doesn’t become as prominent, until later on in the wear. Instead, you get a boozy oud aroma. It is kind of rough and smoky, but with coriander, patchouli, and incense underneath the two top notes.

Tuscan Leather starts off with that leather note, which is fantastic, along with saffron. I love this combination. Beyond that is a suede note, which helps to further smooth things out, and some juicy raspberry.

Which is better? To me, the start isn’t really a contest. I think that Tuscan Leather is much better in the beginning, as the open is probably the worst part of Tobacco Oud. I like whiskey, but not as much, when paired with a strong oud note.

Edge: Tuscan Leather

Projection

Both are pretty strong with the sillage, at the start, and then move into something that is more moderate. To me, there really isn’t a distinction between them. Tobacco Oud is heavier, but doesn’t out project.

Edge: Push

Longevity

Tobacco Oud will go for 10+ hours on my skin. Tuscan, will get me 8-9 hours. Pretty straightforward win here for Tobacco Oud. Though, Tuscan Leather is no slouch.

Edge: Tobacco Oud

Versatility

Both of these fragrance work best in the colder parts of the year. I’d say Tuscan can hold up better in warmer weather, but not hot. I’d much rather wear Tuscan as a casual fragrance or a date night cologne, versus Tobacco Oud. Both can however, fit in during more formal occasions.

Edge: Tuscan Leather

Overall Scent

Tobacco Oud is a nice fragrance, that gets better, as it dries down. It becomes woodier, with more sweetness, and a mix of smoky tobacco. The opening is kind of off putting, but in terms of performance and overall quality, it is a very good option for oud lovers.

However, I much prefer Tuscan Leather to it. The leather note is one of the best that I’ve ever come across and when paired with suede…it’s super smooth. It’s a darkly deep fragrance with great amber warmth, saffron, and even raspberry. When it all comes together, it is a great experience to wear.

Between the two, I would think that most people would rather wear Tuscan Leather, as it has a more mass appealing smell and one that can even be worn by women.

Winner: Tuscan Leather

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