LTH/01 STILL L.E.A.T.H.E.R. by Zara

I don’t use it because I don’t want to finish the half bottle I have left. How can they discontinue something so good?

Brilliant! I saw it was said to be similar to Tom Ford’s Ombre Leather and bought it. It’s not identical, but it shares that same DNA. It has worked wonders for me at work with my leather jacket; it lasts 5-6 hours with about 8 sprays.

I just remembered this scent I smelled a few weeks ago in the middle of a heatwave on the bus. At a stop one morning full of people, a group got on, and I looked around because suddenly I felt a smell like petrol/engine oil. I thought the bus was breaking down, but for a moment I thought someone had sprayed some perfume; it was a strong smell that prevented me from even smelling my own perfume. Recently I went to Zara to try this perfume and suddenly remembered that day. The opening seems quite realistic, but in the dry-down it becomes a leather that at times seems more like petrol/engine oil, but apparently it’s just me. It’s interesting, but it’s not for me. I also tried the LTH/03 and this one seems like a more ‘real’ and usable leather to me; I would go for that one.

I’ve seen reviews saying it doesn’t last. I used it on the sleeve of a jacket and didn’t like such a musty, animalic leather; it lasted three days on the sleeve, but this Still Leather on the right sleeve has been there since Sunday to Sunday and still smells when you pass close to the coat rack. It’s become almost an addiction to smell it; I’m going to buy it tomorrow. It’s a far too good leather, a bit challenging (my wife doesn’t like it at all). It’s not a fragrance for a teenager or a fresh daily scent, but I love it; you’ll attract attention, not always in a good way, but it commands respect. I haven’t had the chance to smell Tuscan Leather or Homme Leather, but I’m eager to try them too. To give you an idea, Know Leather feels more like cowboy boots or a saddle to me, while I’d describe Still Leather as Italian leather loafers or the leather of a high-end car on its first outing.

To me it smells like Tuscan/Ombre Leather without a doubt, a leather scent with something of red fruits. Longevity is very, very good for a Zara fragrance at 16 euros. Highly recommended if you like these somewhat animalic scents.

Sir Leather. This fragrance from Zara has given me a very pleasant surprise. Although they declare four notes, the only one I can smell is the leather; I don’t need the others. The aroma is felt even before spraying. The longevity is excellent; I feel it as an aura around me, which makes me enjoy it. It’s a young, fine leather, pure harness work. The best of all is that it doesn’t feel heavy, it’s not tiring, it’s very pleasant… this is indeed a vibrant leather. A great product. Totally recommended.

Guys, this fragrance caught me off guard, and from my point of view, it’s better executed than the original Ombre Leather. Why? Because that floral note I can’t stand in the Ombre Leather doesn’t appear here at Zara; basically, they’ve copied the best bits. If you like the Ombre without that floral note, go for it.

To me, it’s like the Ombre Leather dissolved in half a litre of water; it comes across okay, but the scent vanishes in seconds.

Zara surprises again with its LEATHER 2023 collection, and this time I take off my hat to the LTH/01 STILL L.E.A.T.H.E.R. After testing black labels like Unexplored Noir and Antique Brown, as well as tobacco and wood labels, this leather fragrance has exceeded all expectations in quality, price, and composition. After trying other options such as Tuscan Leather, Ombre Leather, Amber & Leather from Maison Alhambra, etc., I must say that the LTH/01 is a light, fruity leather accord, not too heavy, ideal for daily wear without invading others’ space. The raspberry adds a friendly touch with a subtle mischievousness. In daily use, the LTH/01 seems more long-lasting than its siblings (LTH/02, LTH/03), with a sustained duration of 6 to 7 hours. Some say it’s a mix between Tuscan and Ombre Leather, and they’re right; it captures the best of both. Definitely a hit. It may have that typical artificial, chemical, and saddlery tint of cheap leather, but for its price and content (100ml), it has left me with more compliments than the niche or high-end designer ones. And for lovers of this accord, knowing that Zara tends to discontinue these gems, my advice is to make sure you stock up on several bottles (I already have two spare boxes).

It’s a middle ground between Tuscan Leather and Ombre Leather. The isobutylquinoline leans closer to Tuscan, while the raspberry reminds us of Ombre, though it lacks that charming floral touch of the latter. For me, it’s a redundant purchase that adds nothing, and the performance isn’t anything special. Three hours of decent projection, but then it fades. Maison Alhambra’s Amber & Leather, for example, is a step up with a similar price.

For the price it has, it’s by far the best fragrance from Zara.

Zara surprises me again with its 2023 Leather collection, and this time I take my hat off to LTH/01. After trying labels like Unexplored Noir and the wood collection, this leather fragrance has exceeded all expectations in quality, price and composition. Having tried others such as Tuscan Leather or Amber & Leather, I must say that LTH/01 is a light, fruity leather that isn’t too heavy, ideal for everyday wear without being overpowering. The raspberry adds a friendly, mischievous touch. For daily use, it seems longer-lasting than its siblings, holding up for between six and seven hours. Some say it’s a blend of Tuscan and Ombre Leather, and they’re right; it captures the best of both. Definitely a success. It may have that chemical and saddlery tinge, but for the price and content (100ml), it has earned more compliments than many niche or designer fragrances. And for lovers of this accord, knowing that Zara tends to discontinue these gems, my advice is to ensure you buy several bottles (I already have spare boxes).

I tried it on my skin today alongside Ombre Leather, and while they dry down identically, the remarkable thing is that Ombre disappeared, yet after three hours, I can still detect LTH/01 like a bubble; it’s impressive. When I realised where it was heading, I turned around to buy it within ten minutes, and there was only one left out of three. A blind buy, without hesitation.

This is Ombre Leather with a kilo of raspberry. An exquisite hybrid between Ombre and Tuscan Leather, with excellent longevity, projection and trail. To me, it smells like the Ombre body spray, but more volatile in terms of trail, though just as exquisite as Tom Ford.