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Byzantine Amber by Francesca Bianchi — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Byzantine Amber by Francesca Bianchi

Francesca Bianchi· 2023

Byzantine Amber

8.1116Typically ~$250

Cinnamon at first spray; ambergris is what stays on skin.

LeatherySmokyResinousSpicyOriental

Perfumer: Francesca Bianchi

Scent profile

Top notes

Cinnamon Bergamot

Heart notes

Base notes

Ambergris Benzoin Labdanum Styrax Leather

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When

Winter

100%

Spring

48%

Summer

29%

Fall

100%

Day

61%

Night

100%

Where

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Date

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Formal

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Sport

20%