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Balenciaga Prelude — perfume poster

Balenciaga

Prelude

1982 · For women · Amber & Resinous

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Accord profile

amber16%warm spicy14%powdery10%floral10%sweet10%yellow floral8%aldehydic8%vanilla8%cinnamon8%balsamic8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Prelude by Balenciaga, launched in 1982, is a floral woody musk that opens with a bright, aldehydic sparkle of orange and bergamot. The heart is a rich tapestry of carnation, ylang-ylang, cinnamon, jasmine, rose, and orchid, creating a warm, spicy floral core. As it dries down, the base reveals a deep, resinous blend of tolu balsam, benzoin, amber, civet, vanilla, and patchouli, leaving a lasting impression of opulent warmth. The dominant accords are amber (100%) and warm spicy (88%), with powdery, floral, sweet, and yellow floral facets rounding out the composition. This is a classic, full-bodied scent that evokes the glamour of the 1980s. It suits collectors who appreciate vintage-style, complex fragrances with a strong animalic and resinous character. Ideal for evening wear or special occasions, Prelude is a statement perfume for those who love their scents rich and unforgettable.

中文簡介

1982年推出嘅Balenciaga Prelude,係一款花香木質麝香調香水。前調以醛、橙同佛手柑帶出明亮感;中調係康乃馨、依蘭、肉桂、茉莉、玫瑰同蘭花交織成溫暖辛辣嘅花香核心;基調則以吐魯香脂、安息香、琥珀、麝貓香、雲呢拿同廣藿香營造深邃樹脂感。主調以琥珀(100%)同溫暖辛辣(88%)為主,並帶有粉感、花香、甜同黃花氣息。呢支香水氣質華麗、濃郁,帶有經典80年代風格,適合鍾情復古、複雜香氣嘅收藏家。最啱夜晚或特別場合使用,展現成熟自信嘅魅力。

Reference data

HouseBalenciaga
NamePrelude
Launched1982
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyAmber & Resinous
Notes recorded15
Accords10

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