Francesca Bianchi Perfumes 2016 Extrait

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Angel's Dust

by Francesca Bianchi

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Francesca Bianchi Perfumes Angel's Dust is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Francesca Bianchi. Angel's Dust opens with Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Francesca Bianchi Perfumes's Angel's Dust carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a dense, vintage-leaning powder bomb that some find ethereal and sensual, while others recoil at its 'old' and 'stuffy' vibe. Definitely sample first, because Angel's Dust is anything but a safe blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Powdery
  • Mysterious
  • Romantic
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Angel's Dust Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and distinctive, often polarising, profile make Angel's Dust less suitable for the office or casual day-wear. However, its luxurious, sensual character, often described as 'divine' and 'intimate', lends itself perfectly to date nights and more formal, attention-grabbing occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Angel's Dust opens with a massive hit of powdery iris and a sweet, almost honeyed mimosa, creating a distinct vintage makeup effect. As it settles, warm, balsamic notes of tolu balsam and benzoin emerge, mingling with soft vanilla and a hint of spicy pepper. A musky, woody base of sandalwood anchors the composition, adding depth and a subtle, alluring sensuality.

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