Black Saffron
“Black Saffron by Byredo is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a leather, fruity composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2012 by Byredo, Black Saffron is a fragrance that marries the warmth of saffron with the depth and richness of leather. This oriental spicy scent opens with a vibrant burst from Chinese grapefruit and juniper berries before diving into the complex heart of black violet and raspberry, adding an unexpected sweetness to the composition. The base notes of cashmeran and vetiver offer a grounding earthiness that anchors the fragrance, making it both intimate and bold.
Composition & Character
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for the best effect; it blooms slowly over time. The warm spicy notes project well, so one or two sprays are sufficient. It pairs especially well with the cooler evenings of fall or early spring.
Jérôme Epinette
Founding perfumer · 236 fragrances
Designer Byredo
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The story behind the bottle.
The tension between tradition and modernity in an urban loft, where old leather furniture mixes with fresh floral arrangements and subtle spiciness from a nearby kitchen.
Fig. 01 — Black Saffron, Byredo
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