Black Saffron (Absolu de Parfum) by Byredo

Name: Black Saffron (Absolu de Parfum)
Brand: Byredo
Rating: 7.4 (31 reviews)

2026unisex

Perfumers: Jérôme Epinette and Robertet

7.4/10

31 ratingsMost rate it 8 of 10

Black Saffron (Absolu de Parfum) by Byredo is a recent Leathery Fruity fragrance for women and men. It was introduced in 2026. It was composed by Jérôme Epinette and Robertet. Top notes are Saffron, Blackcurrant, Pepper and Nutmeg; middle notes are Raspberry, Rose absolute, Purple orchid and Osmanthus absolute; base notes are Patchouli, Oud, Black leather and Incense. It is best suited to autumn. It lasts very long, with an enormous sillage.

At a glance

Longevity: Most rate it 8/10: very long-lasting
Sillage: Most rate it 8/10: enormous
Best seasons: Autumn and spring (59% of season votes)
Worn by: Unisex, no group has a majority of votes
Smells mainly: leathery, fruity, spicy

Review

Main accords

Fragrance pyramid

12 notes

Black Saffron (Absolu de Parfum) features 12 fragrance notes across its scent pyramid.

Top notes

The opening

Heart notes

After 15 to 30 minutes

Base notes

The dry-down

Ratings

From the Aromifo community

Scent

31 ratings

7.4

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Longevity

22 ratings

7.9

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Sillage

22 ratings

7.9

Most rate it 8 of 10.

When to wear

32 season votes

Spring25%
Summer16%
Autumn34%
Winter25%

Who wears it

Men43%
Unisex35%
Women22%

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