Is Eden Perfumes No.438 Black Saffron a dupe of Byredo Black Saffron?
Black Saffron EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
No.438 Black Saffron Parfum
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Which Should You Buy?
A bolder, sexier take on the original, Black Saffron Absolu ramps up the leather for a statement-making scent. While some find it a more versatile upgrade, others miss the original's freshness. This one's for the 'CEO vibes' crowd.
A fair approximation of Byredo Black Saffron's spicy-leather signature - the saffron opening and suede-like leather heart land close to the original, though the fruity-woody base is simpler and the minimalist Byredo polish doesn't fully translate.
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its boosted leather and stronger performance, this scent leans towards more formal or intimate settings. While some found it office-appropriate in air-conditioned environments, its boldness makes it better suited for evenings out or dates where you want to leave a lasting impression.
Seasons
Community season votes for Byredo Black Saffron, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring, autumn and winter.
Occasions
Wearers put Byredo Black Saffron, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for date nights and formal occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean leather, warm spicy, fruity
Adds cashmeran and grapefruit, drops blond woods and pomelo
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