Bienaime Cuir de Russie
Bienaime

Cuir de Russie

FruityResinousFloralLeatherMuskyWoodySweetGreenCitrusAromatic

Cuir de Russie by Bienaiméis a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Cuir de Russie was launched in 1935. The nose behind this fragrance is Robert Bienaimé. Top notes are Bergamot, Clary Sage, Cassis, Lemon and Neroli; middle notes are Rose, Jasmine, Iris, Labdanum, Tuberose, Orange Blossom and Opoponax; base notes are Leather, Musk, Civet, Birch, Castoreum, Styrax, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vetiver, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Labdanum, Oakmoss, Ambrette (Musk Mallow) and Ambergris.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Cuir de Russie

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Cuir de Russie

What does Bienaime Cuir de Russie smell like?+

Bienaime Cuir de Russie is a fruity, resinous, and floral fragrance. The opening is cassis, orange blossom, and lemon. the heart settles on rose, jasmine, and iris. the dry-down rests on opoponax, labdanum, and leather.

How long does Bienaime Cuir de Russie last on skin?+

Bienaime Cuir de Russie is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Bienaime Cuir de Russie?+

Bienaime Cuir de Russie projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Bienaime Cuir de Russie?+

Bienaime Cuir de Russie is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Bienaime Cuir de Russie during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Bienaime Cuir de Russie worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Bienaime Cuir de Russie fits collectors looking for fruity, resinous, and floral signature. ScentCast members can add Bienaime Cuir de Russie to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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