Francesca Bianchi Perfumes 2019 Edp

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The Black Knight

by Francesca Bianchi

Francesca Bianchi Perfumes The Black Knight is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Francesca Bianchi. The fragrance settles into a heart of Leather, Narcissus, Cedar, and Beeswax.

Our verdict on The Black Knight: Acquired

This is Francesca Bianchi at her most polarising. A potent, animalic leather beast with a cult following, but just as many detractors who find it raw and challenging. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so test first if you dare.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
The Black Knight Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 17%
Fruity 0%
Green 12%
Sweet 19%
Warm 14%
Woody 21%
Earthy 27%
Animalic 19%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Leather
100%
Woody
96%
Honey
94%
Earthy
94%
Animalic
85%

Notes

Heart Notes

Leather 12% Orris 10% Honey 10% Beeswax 9% Vetiver 9% Oakmoss 8% Patchouli 7% Caraway 7% Artemisia 7% Cedar 7% Narcissus 7% Rose 6%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its nuclear performance and intense, animalic leather accords, this fragrance is far too potent for the office. It thrives in night-time settings and formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated, though many also enjoy it casually for a unique, art-house statement.

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About

Opens with an intense, realistic animalic leather, earthy and profound. As it settles, honey and beeswax surface, adding a dark, resinous sweetness and a waxy texture. Hints of powdery orris and aromatic notes interweave, while a rugged vetiver and oakmoss ground the composition in an almost medieval, earthy depth. It's a complex, evolving scent that reveals different facets over time, from smoky bonfire to soft florals, always underpinned by that commanding leather.

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