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The Lover's Tale by Francesca Bianchi — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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The Lover's Tale by Francesca Bianchi

Francesca Bianchi· 2018

The Lover's Tale

7.6320Typically ~$250

Mostly honey and mimosa, warmed by leather.

LeatheryAnimalFloralSpicyWoody

Perfumer: Francesca Bianchi

Scent profile

Top notes

Honey Mimosa Aldehydes Bergamot

Heart notes

Orris Peach Heliotrope Egyptian Jasmine Bulgarian Rose

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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91%

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57%

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