Stockholm-based niche line established in 2006 by Ben Gorham, and originally specializing in home fragrance products. The name Byredo is short for “by redolence”; the fragrances were reportedly all inspired by Gorham’s memories of specific times and places.
Personal fragrances were introduced in 2008 with Rose Noir, Gypsy Water, Chembur (now Encens Chembur), Green & Pulp.
Recent fragrance releases
Recent releases include Fantastic Man (2008; later renamed Sunday Cologne), Bal d’Afrique (2009), Blanche (2009), Baudelaire (2009), La Tulipe (2010), Palermo (2010), M/Mink (2010), Oud Immortel and Accord Oud (2010), Mister Marvelous (2011), Seven Veils (2011).
Where to buy
In the US, the Byredo line can be found at Barneys.
In London, try Les Senteurs or Liberty.
Website
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