Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight Cologne

Details and Care

Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is a unisex fragrance that leans slightly masculine. It is a gothic, intense fragrance that provides a sophisticated profile. The wild shrubs, campfire smoke and leather notes evoke the atmosphere of a military camp but are softened by the powdery rose notes and vetiver.

The fragrance launched in 2019 and remains popular. It has an impressive wear time and is an empowering scent. That said, it is potent. The strength of the profile makes it more suitable for evening wear.

Fragrance Family

Leather

Scent Notes:

Top Notes: artemisia, caraway, honey

Middle Notes: rose, narcissus, iris butter, beeswax

Base Notes: cedar, vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss, leather

Questions and Answers

Q: How does Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight smell?

A: Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight opens with bitterness and spiciness from the artemisia and caraway notes, but that is softened with the rich sweetness of the honey. The heart continues with the sweetness and adds elements of freshness with rich florals and warm beeswax. Finally, the base unfolds with rich, earthy notes of cedar, vetiver and patchouli. Together, the complex and evocative notes create a sophisticated and rich profile.

Q: Where do you apply Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight?

A: To increase the longevity of the fragrance, spray onto your major pulse points, such as behind your ears, at the base of your neck, on the wrists, behind the knees and in the inner elbows.

Q: What is the fragrance concentration?

A: Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is a strong cologne. It is an Extrait de Parfum with a 20-40% fragrant oil concentration. The concentration means superior longevity.

Q: Is Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight for him or her?

A: Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is advertised as a unisex fragrance, meaning it is for men and women. Still, some women may find that the cologne leans somewhat masculine because of the spicy opening and rich, earthy base.

Q: Does Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight last long?

A: As an Extrait de Parfum, Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight has one of the highest fragrant oil concentrations. The potent formula can allow the cologne to last up to 12 hours on the skin without reapplication. That said, wear time varies and depends on the wearer's body chemistry, environment and initial application method.

Q: What fragrances smell similar?

A: The Lover's Tale by Francesca Bianchi, Guilty Absolute by Gucci and Ombre Leather by Tom Ford

Q: What season should I wear Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight?

A: Despite the presence of rose, Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is best for fall and winter. The rich leather notes mixed with the warmth of honey and earthiness of vetiver make the cologne ideal for colder months or chilly evenings. That said, you can wear the cologne all year if that's your preference; just know it might feel a bit overwhelming in the warmer months.

Q: Where can I buy it?

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