Byzance by Ormonde Jayne
Brand: Ormonde Jayne
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Blackcurrant buds, a milky accord and pink berries over white woods, cashmeran and iris, settling into moss, suede, Madagascar vanilla and balsams.
Is Byzance worth it?
How it smells: Opens with blackcurrant, milk accord and pink berries, white woods and cashmeran at the heart, then dries down to moss and suede.
Scent Score: 60/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 62, versatility 67, layerability 43 and value 62, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a few hours. Reapply for the evening. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for casual days and dates. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Blackcurrant, Milk accord, Pink berries, White Woods, Cashmeran, Orris
Top Notes
- Blackcurrant
- Milk accord
- Pink berries
Heart Notes
- White Woods
- Cashmeran
- Orris
Base Notes
- Moss
- Suede
- Madagascar Vanilla
- Balsamic Notes
Occasions: Casual, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Byzance by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Blackcurrant buds, a milky accord and pink berries over white woods, cashmeran and iris, settling into moss, suede, Madagascar vanilla and balsams. Byzance opens with Blackcurrant, Milk accord, and Pink berries. The heart brings White Woods, Cashmeran, and Orris. It dries down to Moss, Suede, Madagascar Vanilla, and Balsamic Notes.
How to wear Byzance
On skin, Byzance by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for casual and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Beach Hut Man by Amouage. Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beach Hut Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Beach Hut Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Byzance opens with Blackcurrant, Milk accord, and Pink berries.
The heart brings White Woods, Cashmeran, and Orris.
It dries down to Moss, Suede, Madagascar Vanilla, and Balsamic Notes.
What to layer with Byzance
Beach Hut Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cashmeran and moss.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beach Hut Man on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Beach Hut Man
God Is A Woman by Ariana Grande
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 orris and madagascar vanilla.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer God Is A Woman on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays God Is A Woman
Cupid's Kiss by Electimuss
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share orris and suede.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cupid's Kiss on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Cupid's Kiss
Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory by Lattafa
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Oriental and amber scents naturally complement each other, and they share cashmeran and moss.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Bade'e Al Oud Honor & Glory
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share orris.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Good Girl
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 36/99
Byzance has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Byzance : 2 sprays Tea
Lisboa by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Lisboa brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lisboa on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Byzance : 2 sprays Lisboa
Related fragrances and why
- Beach Hut Man by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include cashmeran and moss.
- God Is A Woman by Ariana GrandeBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include orris and madagascar vanilla.
- Cupid's Kiss by ElectimussBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include orris and suede.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Byzance?
Byzance opens with Blackcurrant, Milk accord, and Pink berries. The heart brings White Woods, Cashmeran, and Orris. It dries down to Moss, Suede, Madagascar Vanilla, and Balsamic Notes.
How long does Byzance last, and how strong is it?
Byzance by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Byzance?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits casual and date.
What layers well with Byzance?
Beach Hut Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cashmeran and moss. Apply Byzance first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beach Hut Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Byzance : 2 sprays Beach Hut Man.
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