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Byzance (2019)
The quiet intimacy of an afternoon spent sipping tea in a sunlit room, where the soft glow of light on skin mingles with the gentle fragrance of flowers and vanilla.
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Byzance (2019)Mid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessOriental · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Byzance (2019) by Rochas is an Oriental Floral fragrance that captures the essence of warmth and sophistication. Created by Anne Flipo, it opens with a bright burst of pear and bergamot before delving into the heart notes of heliotrope, freesia, and rose, which weave together in a blend of floral sweetness. The base of vanilla, musk, and white woods adds depth and comfort, making Byzance a scent that feels both familiar and luxurious.
Byzance is best applied in two sprays to the pulse points. The pear and bergamot top notes are fleeting but vibrant, making way for the rich floral heart that takes center stage. For lasting warmth, allow it to settle into the musky base before stepping out.
Fig. 01 — Byzance (2019), Rochas
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Anne Flipo
Elegance distilledAnne Flipo is a senior perfumer at IFF and one of the most accomplished noses of her generation, responsible for some of the most commercially successful and critically admired fragrances of the 21st century.
“Orange blossom takes a huge part in my signature too. It is the ingredient I would never be fed up with. I could create a thousand perfumes around it, without it ever being redundant.”
Anne Flipo · Everfumed (from Fernweh Editions), July 2020
The Byzance line
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Designer Rochas
More from the house · founded 1925 · France
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The originalByzance (2019)Rochas · Mid-range · $40–100ZaraOrientalShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 3.94 (1,499)
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 16%.