About Byredo
Byredo is a luxury fragrance house founded in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2006 by Ben Gorham, a former professional basketball player turned perfumer. Gorham, of Indian-Canadian descent, was inspired by his cultural heritage and a trip to his mother's hometown in India, leading him to explore the world of fragrance. Byredo's philosophy centers around creating simple, high-quality scents that evoke memories and emotions, reflecting Gorham's minimalist approach and focus on craftsmanship. The brand quickly gained a reputation for its unique, understated fragrances that stand out for their purity and simplicity, with "Gypsy Water" being one of its earliest and most iconic scents. This particular fragrance, with its woody and aromatic notes, perfectly encapsulates the nomadic spirit and the allure of the outdoors that inspired it.
Byredo's product line has expanded beyond perfumes to include candles, leather goods, and accessories, all designed with the same focus on high-quality ingredients and minimalist design. The brand's packaging is notably clean and modern, appealing to a contemporary audience that values both aesthetics and the sensory experience. Byredo has established itself as a significant player in the niche perfume market, with a dedicated following among those who appreciate its artistic approach to fragrance and its ability to capture complex emotions and memories in a bottle. Its scents are often considered as much a personal statement as a reflection of Gorham's unique vision for modern perfumery.
Byredo Fragrances
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Mixed Emotions for Men and Women
Released 2021An intriguing fragrance that reflects the complexity of modern times, Mixed Emotions presents a juxtaposition of notes that evoke contrasting...
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Young Rose for Men and Women
Released 2021Young Rose by Byredo for Men and Women is a bold and modern take on the classic rose fragrance. It...
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Tobacco Mandarin for Men and Women
Released 2020Byredo Tobacco Mandarin is a complex and intriguing fragrance that marries the richness of tobacco with the zest of mandarin....
![Lil Fleur by Byredo for Women and Men](/images/perfume/1047-lil-fleur-byredo.jpg)
Lil Fleur for Men and Women
Released 2020Byredo Lil Fleur is a vibrant and youthful fragrance that embodies the spirit of teenage dreams and emotions. The scent...
![Bibliotheque by Byredo for Women and Men](/images/perfume/1332-bibliotheque-byredo.jpg)
Bibliotheque for Men and Women
Released 2017Bibliotheque by Byredo evokes the serene and scholarly atmosphere of a private library. With top notes of peach and plum...
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1996 for Men and Women
Released 20131996 by Byredo is a nostalgic homage to the past, blending black pepper, juniper berries with patchouli and vanilla for...
![Oud Immortel by Byredo for Women and Men](/images/perfume/1113-oud-immortel-byredo.jpg)
Oud Immortel for Men and Women
Released 2010A sophisticated and enigmatic fragrance capturing the mystique of the East with opulent and smoky notes, opening with Limoncello and...
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M/Mink for Men and Women
Released 2010Launched in 2010 in collaboration with M/M (Paris), M/Mink by Byredo is an Oriental fragrance that challenges conventional scents. Beginning...
![Bal d'Afrique by Byredo for Women and Men](/images/perfume/1091-bal-dafrique-byredo.jpg)
Bal d'Afrique for Men and Women
Released 2009Launched in 2009, Bal d'Afrique is a captivating fragrance for men and women, inspired by the Parisian fascination with African...
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Blanche for Women
Released 2009Blanche by Byredo for Women, released in 2009, is a tribute to pure innocence with a modern twist. It starts...