Francesca Bianchi

The Black Knight

Extrait de Parfum

The creation of this perfume finds its source of inspiration in the figure of the Renaissance captain Giovanni Dalle Bande Nere, a leading Italian condottiero of the Renaissance era and a member of the illustrious Medici family. I was deeply captivated by his stoic commitment to his cause, his fidelity and his Spartan lifestyle, despite his noble lineage. This perfume seeks to transport the wearer to the atmosphere of a military camp, evoking the sweetness of wild bushes, the scent of campfire smoke and the smell of leather horse tack.
As the fragrance unfolds, it delves into the soul of this stern character, unveiling the presence of a secret lover, represented by a powdery rose that softens the deep core of vetiver. I have not incorporated traditional animalic notes, as the intensity of the vetiver, along with the smoky nuances of the leather, fully capture the desired essence. He aspired to combine the uncompromising and human aspects of this fascinating character in a dark fragrance, evocative of the medieval period and conducive to reflection