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Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian · 2015 · EDP

Baccarat Rouge 540

Amber Floral

Radiant airy amber with crystalline sweetness and warm woods.

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The Composition

Note pyramid.

Composed by Francis Kurkdjian. A unisex fragrance for autumn & winter.

Top notes

the opening
  • Jasmine
    Jasmine
  • Saffron
    Saffron

Heart notes

the soul
  • Amberwood
  • Ambergris
    Ambergris

Base notes

the trail
  • Cedar
    Cedar
  • Fir Resin
    Fir Resin

Scent Profile

The fingerprint.

Freshness50
Warmth50
Sweetness50
Smokiness40
Florality50
Woodiness50

Performance

Longevity5/5
Sillage5/5
Projection5/5

Wearable in

SeasonAutumn · Winter
OccasionSignature
GenderUnisex
FamilyAmber Floral

Main accords

AmberSaffronSweetWoody

Signature Moodboard

The world this scent lives in.

Warm resin, honeyed glow.

Textures

  • Beeswax
  • Honeyed resin
  • Warm wool
  • Red velvet
  • Hot milk
  • Stamen thread

Materials

Labdanum · Benzoin · Brass · Saffron filament · Carnelian · Velvet

Atmosphere

The room

A fire in a panelled room, snow outside

Weather

The air

Cold dry afternoon, 4°C

Interior Design

Camel velvet warmth

Camel velvet sofa, oak panelling, fire lit

Season

Autumn · Winter

Wears best in autumn and winter.

City Match

Vienna, café Sperl in December

Also at home in Prague, Saint Petersburg, Isfahan.

Literary Match

Towles — Gentleman in Moscow

The Night Watchman — Erdrich · A Gentleman in Moscow — Towles

In one line

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Baccarat Rouge 540 — warm resin, honeyed glow.

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Try Before You Commit

Available samples.

Trusted Decant Sellers

Available decants.

Layering Ritual

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Body oils, candles, and atmosphere chosen to extend Baccarat Rouge 540 from skin to room.

Bundle total · $244