Black Saffron by Byredo

Brand: Byredo

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Juniper, pomelo and saffron open onto black violet, leather and rose over blonde woods, raspberry and vetiver.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2012 · Unisex

Key accords: Juniper Berry, Pomelo, Saffron, Violet, Leather, Rose

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Blonde Woods
  • Raspberry
  • Vetiver

Occasions: Evening, Date, Night Out

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Black Saffron by Byredo belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Juniper, pomelo and saffron open onto black violet, leather and rose over blonde woods, raspberry and vetiver. Black Saffron opens with Juniper Berry, Pomelo, and Saffron. The heart brings Violet, Leather, and Rose. It dries down to Blonde Woods, Raspberry, and Vetiver.

How to wear Black Saffron

On skin, Black Saffron by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and night out. Its best layering match in the catalog is Rose 31 by Le Labo. Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Rose 31 and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Black Saffron opens with Juniper Berry, Pomelo, and Saffron.

The heart brings Violet, Leather, and Rose.

It dries down to Blonde Woods, Raspberry, and Vetiver.

What to layer with Black Saffron

  • Le Labo Rose 31 bottle

    Rose 31 by Le Labo

    BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Rose 31

  • Dior Fahrenheit bottle

    Fahrenheit by Dior

    BuyTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Fahrenheit

  • Bond No. 9 Washington Square bottle

    Washington Square by Bond No. 9

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Washington Square

  • Born To Stand Out Burnt Roses bottle

    Burnt Roses by Born To Stand Out

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and leather.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Burnt Roses on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Burnt Roses

  • Parfums de Marly Godolphin bottle

    Godolphin by Parfums de Marly

    BuyTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron, leather, and rose.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Godolphin on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Godolphin

Pairings to approach with care

  • Coach Coach Green bottle

    Coach Green by Coach

    BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.

    Not Recommended · 40/99

    This pairing is harder to balance. Coach Green brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Coach Green on top for aromatic lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Coach Green

  • Al Haramain Portfolio Neroli Canvas bottle

    Portfolio Neroli Canvas by Al Haramain

    BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.

    Not Recommended · 40/99

    This pairing is harder to balance. Portfolio Neroli Canvas brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.

    Order: Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Neroli Canvas on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Portfolio Neroli Canvas

Related fragrances and why

Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Black Saffron?

Black Saffron opens with Juniper Berry, Pomelo, and Saffron. The heart brings Violet, Leather, and Rose. It dries down to Blonde Woods, Raspberry, and Vetiver.

How long does Black Saffron last, and how strong is it?

Black Saffron by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Black Saffron?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and night out.

What layers well with Black Saffron?

Rose 31 by Le Labo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and vetiver. Apply Black Saffron first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Black Saffron : 2 sprays Rose 31.

Explore SCNTMIX

Find layering combinations in MixMode · Read fragrance layering guides