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Prelude Parfum(1982)
Balenciaga · Balenciaga in-house perfumers · Floral
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Balenciaga Prelude Parfum is a sophisticated and elegant fragrance, characterized by its rich, floral, and woody notes. It is a long-lasting scent that exudes refinement and luxury. The perfume is suitable for formal occasions and everyday wear.
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This scent's aldehydes carry a famous origin myth — the "accidental overdose" story behind Chanel No. 5 — that historians say probably isn't true.
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Prelude Parfum is a fragrance from Balenciaga, released in 1982 and composed by Balenciaga in-house perfumers. It sits in the Floral family. It opens with Bergamot and Aldehydes, moves into a heart of Mixed Florals, and settles into a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Amber.
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