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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ballroom Bohème
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a bold, divisive masterpiece. Francesca Bianchi's signature gothic flair delivers a potent blend of honeyed incense and deep woods, but it's not for the faint-hearted. Expect powerful sillage and a unique, challenging experience.
This is a seriously sophisticated, woody iris that manages to be both deeply comforting and utterly unique. It's a love-it-or-hate-it creation for some, but for those who get it, it's a masterpiece of elegant rebellion.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 14% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 0% |
| Sweet | 29% | 30% |
| Warm | 26% | 22% |
| Woody | 24% | 28% |
| Earthy | 20% | 17% |
| Animalic | 5% | 4% |
| Fresh | 2% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and heavy, dark amber-spicy profile make it entirely unsuitable for office wear, where it would overwhelm. However, its deeply sensual and mysterious character makes it ideal for intimate dates or intriguing formal events, especially in cooler weather. Casual wear is possible if applied sparingly for a more subtle expression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The rich, warm, and somewhat intimate nature of Ballroom Bohème, with its amber and tobacco notes, makes it less ideal for office wear or sport. However, its sophisticated iris and woody accords, combined with a sense of 'elegant rebellion' mentioned in reviews, make it perfect for date nights and formal events, adding a unique touch that's not overtly loud but certainly memorable.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Iris, Powdery, Woody accords and Amber, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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