Black Saffron

It’s clean but not boring stands out. I love it

Delicious cold weather scent

I am a huge fan of Byredo fragrances and wanted to see why people love this one so much. It is a soft fruity perfume but it’s not overly sweet. The leather gives a nice base to it. I’m enjoying my time with the 5ml!

instantly transports you—bold, warm, and completely mesmerizing. From the very first spritz, it strikes a perfect balance between spicy sophistication and understated elegance.

The opening is vibrant with a burst of citrusy pomelo, but it’s the saffron that quickly steals the show. It’s rich and exotic, giving the fragrance a luxurious depth without being overpowering. As it settles, you’re enveloped in a heart of black violet and leather, which brings a smoky, slightly earthy quality that feels both modern and timeless. The base of blonde woods and soft raspberry adds a touch of sweetness and warmth that lingers beautifully on the skin.

What makes Black Saffron stand out is its versatility—equally suited for crisp fall evenings or an upscale summer dinner. It has a magnetic, mysterious quality that’s hard to define but incredibly memorable. The projection is moderate, leaning closer to the skin, which makes it feel intimate yet intriguing.

Overall, Black Saffron is a unique, well-crafted fragrance that feels both sensual and grounded. It’s a statement scent without being loud—perfect for anyone looking for something that feels a little different, a little daring, and entirely unforgettable.

Black Saffron

Unfortunately on my body, the saffron here pulls rather old ladyish. I kept getting whiffs of poutporui all day and wondering where it was coming from, only to realize it was me! It's a lot more long-lasting than most other Byredo, so it has that going for it. It kind of reminded me of my aunt's leather couch - she smokes cigarettes, so her couch kind of smells like tobacco in a cozy, distant kind of cigarette smell way. I got way more cigarettes smoke than leather, and no raspberry at all. I think it's a really pretty scent, but too mature for what I'm going for. Endlessly grateful to Scentsplit for making these perfumes accessible to me to try before I commit to a full bottle of anything - this will be a pass for me, but I'm excited to try my next decant on the list!

Black Saffron

It's unique and I think a very good scent to use year round!

Beautiful scent

This smelled terrible. I passed the sample vial around to my family to smell and everyone took turns choking. Not a pleasant scent at all- smelling it burned my nose and made my eyes water.