2021
Safran Royal
Jordi FernándezThe nose · 1 fragrances · also made Oud Cadenza (2024)Portrait →

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Versace  ·  Sold as unisex

Safran Royal

A city street at dawn, where the warmth of saffron meets the coolness of metallic notes and the lingering earthiness of patchouli.

3.94192 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
warm spicyleatherwoodyearthymetallicamber
Safran RoyalMid-range · $40–100
44%Similar accords, often for lessDavidoff Leather Blend · DavidoffBudget tier, under $40 · shares saffron, leather and amber8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting72% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak1%
Weak2%
Moderate25%
Long lasting36%
Eternal36%
SillageStrong60% say strong or enormous
Intimate0%
Moderate40%
Strong47%
Enormous12%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine29%
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Unisex48%
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Feminine23%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2021 by Jordi Fernández for Versace, Safran Royal is a bold and complex unisex fragrance that marries warm spices with rich leather and earthy undertones. The composition begins with an intense burst of saffron and other spicy accords, which then gives way to a heart of patchouli and metallic notes, creating an unexpected contrast between warmth and coolness. As the scent settles into its woody and amber base, it reveals an animalic depth that adds layers of intrigue and sophistication.

How to wear it

Safran Royal is best applied in a single generous spritz. Its top notes are intense but fleeting, while its base notes develop slowly over time. The animalic undertones ensure it reads better close to skin rather than from across a room, making it ideal for intimate settings or evening wear.

Fig. 01 — Safran Royal, Versace

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Designer Versace

More from the house · founded 1978 · Italy

Safran RoyalEros Eau de Parfum
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Adds citrus, aromatic and green; shares leather.

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.94/ 5 · 192 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 42%, disliked or hated by 14%.

Love42%
Like31%
OK14%
Dislike8%
Hate6%
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