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In March 2008 Rancé 1795 has added a new fragrance to the prestigious patriotic collection inspired by Napoleon and the victories of France. The new jewel of this collection is created by Sandra Jean Rancé.
This fragrance devoted to and named after François Charles, the only son of Napoleon, is created of noble notes with intense aromas. It brings an impression of walking through a forest, enjoying a harmony of scents which graciously replace one another. Starting with green accords, over the forest flowers and plants, the notes create a fragrant saga in honor of François Charles.
The top notes waft with neroli, basil, cardamom, floral notes, bergamot and Calabrian lemon. The heart follows with cumin absolute, floral notes, ginger, geranium, cloves, and jasmine, while the base notes include Virginia cedar, iris, amber, leather and sensual musk.
The bottle is simply lined, very elegant and luxurious. The fragrance comes as 50ml (1.7 fl.oz.) and 100ml (3.4 fl.oz.) EDP.
Francois Charles was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Jeanne Sandra Rance.
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This fragrance starts out very citrusy(neroli)floral and fresh herbal basil. It's quite sweet, fresh, and strong. It's uncommon for men's fragrance. Then it becomes very mildly spiced and herbal with a tiny bit of neroli and jasmine. The base is typical for Rance, at least for my skin, with its ambery musky character with a slight powdery feel. Woody note doesn't shine here at all. It's hard to categorize this fragrance.
Francois Charles is a pretty fragrance for men. It's sweet and quite floral with really musky base. It's long lasting and high quality. Be sure to check it out if you come across one. It's quite different from the norm.
i see, it's classed as mens here, that's why i liked it - no florals, nice scent:)
I tested this sample on myself before giving it to my husband and I find it to be so beautiful and glorious I have decided to keep it for myself! Francois Charles is such a rounded, beautiful scent that seems to release every note in it's composition so very elegantly. The basil, neroli, and cedar, oh my! Earthy loveliness. I really find this a treat for my senses. The fact that I adore the forest and my herb garden is one of the reasons I find this scent so enchanting. The description listed above - "harmony of scents which graciously replace one another" couldn't be more correct! Truly a beautiful find! And most beautiful for a woman also!
Now I just need to figure out how I can afford to buy a bottle.......
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