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In 2020, Filigree & Shadow introduced Francis Black — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A unisex fragrance belonging to the wood and floral families. Conceived and brought to life by perfumer James Elliott. One of the scents from the Conventional Perfumes collection. The fragrance is presented as fragrant mist.
Made in the United States. Francis Black Filigree & Shadow — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A weightless, fragrant veil with a light concentration delicately refreshes the skin and gives a feeling of cleanliness and comfort
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Francis Black unfolds as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Filigree & Shadow is clear in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Fragrant mist emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
The accord architecture is shaped by these accords: Floral, Wood and Spicy forming a compact and readable structure. The profile is unisex, which clarifies the composition character.
When the pyramid is blended into one block the fragrance opens as a single chord with a soft-dry woody mood: Cedar, Coffee Flower and Vanilla. Here 3 notes sound as one coherent layer, creating a sense of noble depth that reads as cohesive from the start.
The inner phases are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Wood, Floral, Gourmet and Whiteflower. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Floral and Wood.
Taken together Francis Black holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best experienced on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Filigree & Shadow |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://www.filigreeandshadow.co/ |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Fragrant mist |
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