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Encounters by Francesca Bianchi

Francesca Bianchi· 2023

Encounters

6.858Typically ~$250

Opens on blackcurrant, settles into a castoreum-powdery base. Suits dates in fall.

PowderyWoodySweetSpicyAnimal

Perfumer: Francesca Bianchi

Scent profile

Top notes

Blackcurrant Coriander Orange Bergamot Lavender

Heart notes

Orris butter Rose Angelica Cinnamon

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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A fall and winter fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

95%

Spring

72%

Summer

55%

Fall

100%

Day

85%

Night

100%

Where

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77%

Casual

86%

Date

100%

Club

66%

Formal

88%

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Sport

37%