Kyse Perfumes 2014 EDP

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Elegance Sombre

by Terri Bozzo

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Kyse Perfumes Elegance Sombre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Terri Bozzo. Kyse Perfumes's Elegance Sombre carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a captivating, if divisive, chocolate-orange gourmand with a surprisingly earthy twist. Some will find it a unique delight, others might find it a bit too odd.
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Elegance Sombre Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for a date or casual evening, where its unique character can be appreciated without being overwhelming. The gourmand nature leans away from formal settings, and it's definitely not a gym scent.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

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

Elegance Sombre opens with a vibrant burst of bitter orange and rich, dark chocolate, reminiscent of high-end confectionery. This delicious sweetness is quickly grounded by an intriguing blend of birch leaf and coffee, adding a dry, almost woody texture. As it settles, hints of patchouli and a touch of licorice emerge, lending a sophisticated depth that keeps the gourmand notes from becoming overly saccharine, culminating in a warm, resinous dry down with benzoin and oakmoss.

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