Vilhelm Parfumerie 2023 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Faces of Francis

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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Vilhelm Parfumerie Faces of Francis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Faces of Francis opens with Saffron and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Driftwood, Pistachio, and Juniper, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha, Vetiver, Oud, and Ambergris. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Faces of Francis carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-loathe-it affair, pulling no punches. A complex, divisive scent that swings from creamy pistachio delights to industrial burnt rubber, not for the faint of heart or the blind-buyer.
  • Bold
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
Faces of Francis Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent projection and unique, sometimes challenging character make it unsuitable for typical office environments. However, its intensity and sensual depth are perfect for dates and evening events, while its complex warmth means it can be dressed up or down for a sophisticated casual outing.

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About

It kicks off with a sharp, almost metallic aldehyde and a distinctive puff of saffron, quickly melding into a creamy, nutty pistachio heart with dry, woody hints of driftwood and juniper. The base deepens into an amber-oud affair, smoky and resinous with vetiver and cypriol adding an earthy, leathery depth. It's a journey from airy sweetness to dark, brooding wood.