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Jean Desprez

Bal à Versailles

1962 · For women · Amber & Resinous

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Accord profile

amber16%powdery12%woody11%animalic10%musky10%balsamic9%warm spicy9%white floral8%vanilla8%sweet8%

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About this fragrance

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Bal à Versailles by Jean Desprez, launched in 1962, is a landmark Oriental composed by Jean Despre. The top opens with rose and Bulgarian rose, leading to a heart of leather, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, orris root, patchouli, lilac, vetiver, and lily-of-the-valley. The base is a rich tapestry of civet, resins, tolu balsam, amber, benzoin, vanilla, musk, and cedar. This is a full-bodied, animalic floral with a powdery, balsamic drydown that demands attention. Collectors prize it for its unapologetic complexity and vintage character. It suits those who appreciate bold, classic perfumery and are comfortable with prominent civet and resinous accords. Ideal for evening wear or special occasions, it is not for the faint of heart. The interplay of rose, leather, and animalic notes creates a scent that evolves dramatically over hours, rewarding patience and discernment.

中文簡介

1962年由Jean Desprez推出嘅Bal à Versailles,係經典東方調香水,由Jean Despre調配。前調以玫瑰同保加利亞玫瑰展開,中調融合皮革、檀香、依蘭、鳶尾根、廣藿香、丁香、香根草同鈴蘭,基調則有麝貓香、樹脂、吐魯香脂、琥珀、安息香、雲呢拿、麝香同雪松。呢支香水動物感同粉質感並重,脂香濃郁,層次豐富,適合鍾情復古濃烈香氣嘅收藏家。氣質華麗而神秘,最啱夜晚場合或特別約會,展現成熟自信嘅魅力。

Reference data

HouseJean Desprez
NameBal à Versailles
Launched1962
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyAmber & Resinous
PerfumerJean Despre
Notes recorded19
Accords10
Also known as凡尔赛舞会, Bal à Versailles

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