TOMBOY

I was really intrigued by this scent profile, even though it's not my typical go to, so I put it in my sample pack. Once the alcohol wore off, it dried down to something familiar that I couldn't quite place at first. Then I realized that I was smelling my brother. He used to wear CK Obsession for men back in the day. This has the same sweet leathery DNA. This, however, is more well blended. Obsession tiptoed the line of cloyingly sweet. It was like heavy brown sugar and a brand new leather jacket. It was pretty rough, in comparison. This is more like suede with marshmallow fluff, and maybe a hint of patchouli hanging out in background. It is definitely unisex. I think men could rock this scent, too. It gives off cool confidence, without being a loud, beast-mode fragrance. I would say projection is moderate for the first two hours and then it becomes more of a skin scent. I could smell it on my wrists for about five hours. This scent profile is not for everyone, but if you're curious like I was, get a sample. This is one that you definitely need to try on your skin to see if it works with your chemistry. Ultimately, I decided it wasn't for me (especially since I couldn't get the association with my brother out of my head), but this is good juice for this DNA.

Smells amazing! Wish it lasted longer.

This smells like getting your best leather jacket back from your meemaw after she's made her state fair award winning vanilla cookies. Rich, full vanilla and dark leather. Fantastic.

Wow—this was love at first sniff. As someone who appreciates everything from sweet gourmands and bright florals to deep, sexy tobaccos and bold leathers, I have to say: Tomboy checks all the sexy tobacco and bold leather boxes. MDA makes some of the best tobacco and leather-based fragrances I’ve ever smelled, and Tomboy is no exception. The blend of vanilla, bourbon, and vetiver creates an addictive opening—warm, slightly boozy, and perfectly balanced. Then the leather rolls in, rich and unapologetic, softened just enough by tonka, labdanum, and that signature MDA depth. The olibanum adds a touch of smoke and mystery, giving this a cool edge without being too sharp. This is a true unisex scent, but on my skin, it leans warm and a little sweet in the drydown—which I absolutely adore. Tomboy is confident, cozy, and effortlessly cool. I’m obsessed.

So I’m working my way through some discovery sets, and I went to test a new one this morning but Tomboy is still lingering on my arms from the night before, so I’m testing it all over again from the beginning.
The opening note of leather in this is very strong, yet supple, and sweetened by the boozy vanilla. Vetiver and frankincense are lending some dry, smoky, and spicy nuances. Most of these notes burn off after many hours and I’m left with a smooth, but not too sweet vanilla drydown. Very impressed!