1996
1996 by Byredo is an unisex eau de parfum from 2018 in the niche price tier. It opens with violet leaf and pink pepper, moves into leather and suede and dries down to musk, amber and papyrus. Expect around 7 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Violet Leaf Crisp, watery green with a metallic edge. Cool rather than fresh.
- Pink Pepper Fizzy, rosy and bright. Adds sparkle without heat.
Heart
- Leather Smoky, dry and a bit animal. Can be a new jacket or an old saddle.
- Suede Soft, powdery leather. Much gentler than the real thing.
Dry-down
- Musk Warm, skin-like and slightly sweet. Makes a fragrance feel like you.
- Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.
- Papyrus Dry, smoky, papery wood. Vetiver's quieter cousin.
Smells like this
- Le Labo Santal 33
- Xerjoff Tony Iommi Deified
- Zara Vibrant Leather
- Vilhelm Parfumerie Dirty Velvet
- Byredo Rose of No Man's Land
- Mizensir Incensum
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