Leather & Perfumery - The history of leather notes in perfumery and much more!

Sept. 6, 2010 - PRLog -- Modern European perfumery has its roots in the scenting of leather, which itself has a long tradition. + Q Perfume Blog invites her readers to feel the softness and the warmth of leathers. We will start our journey in the ancient times even before Christ to understand the origin of leathery notes in perfumery. We will continue to the stinky tanneries and the fine art of scenting gloves. We will see how leather and perfumes were always connected through history. We will end up our journey selecting beautiful leathery perfumes. So throw yourself on a leather chair or sofa and relax while reading me!

History of Leather
Leather has played an important role in the development of civilization. From prehistoric times men have used the skins of animals to satisfy their basic needs. They have used it to make clothing, footwear, belts, containers for liquids, boats, armor, shelter, carpets and even decorative attire. The principle protective armor of the Roman soldier was a heavy leather shirt. Although leather sometimes was used for protection against poor weather, its primary use was in footwear and belts...


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