The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi

for women and men

Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is a bold unisex leather scent with smoky, earthy depth and a dark, dressed-up feel for cool nights.

The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi

The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi

1 oz Perfume Extract Spray
$130.00 USD
Skip to product information
The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi
  • The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi
The Black Knight by Francesca Bianchi
$130.00 USD

Free tracked delivery

In stock — ready to ship

Size

Genuine branded fragrance, new and sealed. Securely shipped from the US.

Ships from the US

Free tracked delivery, typically 3–7 business days.

Free delivery

Free standard delivery on every order. Read our shipping guide.

Genuine & sealed

100% genuine branded fragrance, new, sealed and in original packaging.

Easy returns

Unopened items may be returned under our returns policy.

Scent Dossier

Francesca Bianchi The Black Knight is a dark leather fragrance with an animalic edge, smoky woods, and earthy depth. It leans dressy, intimate, and confident rather than fresh or casual, making it a strong fit for evenings, date nights, and cooler weather. The honey and florals soften the rougher edges without turning it sweet. If you enjoy fragrances with texture, presence, and a slightly challenging character, this is a compelling pick.

Accords

Leather
Animalic
Woody
Earthy
Smoky
You Might Also Like

A Scent For

This suits someone who enjoys fragrance as part of their presence, not just a clean finishing touch. It fits confident dressers, leather lovers, and anyone drawn to darker, more tactile scents with some edge. Many wearers describe it as a scent with real personality rather than a safe background option. If you want something quiet, breezy, or instantly likable to everyone around you, this is probably not the right buy.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Winter
Winter
Spring
Spring

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
5/5
Eternal

When and Where

Cool evenings are where this fragrance makes the most sense, especially for date nights, formal dinners, or nights out when you want something deeper and more distinctive. Fall and Winter are the natural sweet spots, with some use in Spring on cooler nights. Its strong longevity and noticeable trail help it hold up well after dark. Less ideal for hot weather, gym wear, or tight office settings where the animalic leather may feel too intense.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Saffron
Saffron

Middle Notes

Honey
Honey
Iris
Iris
Jasmine
Jasmine
Rose
Rose

Base Notes

Cedar
Cedar
Leather
Leather
Musk
Musk
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
Patchouli
Patchouli
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Vetiver
Vetiver

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Expect a dry, spicy-leather impression right away, sharpened by bergamot and saffron rather than bright citrus sparkle. It feels dark, textured, and assertive from the start, with a slightly raw animalic tone that gives it attitude. There is some softness underneath, but this is not a clean or easygoing introduction. You notice presence, depth, and a dressed-up seriousness much more than freshness or sweetness.
How it develops

As it settles, the harder edges round out and the scent becomes richer, smoother, and more wearable without losing its dark core. Honey adds a muted warmth, while iris brings a soft powdery touch that makes the leather feel more tailored than rough. Patchouli and vetiver give an earthy, dry backbone, and oakmoss adds a deep green, slightly old-school shadow. It stays substantial on skin and keeps a smoky, musky weight through the drydown.
History

Released in 2019 and composed by Francesca Bianchi, The Black Knight sits firmly in the brand’s more characterful, statement-making side. It is a unisex leather fragrance built around animalic, woody, earthy, and smoky accords rather than mass-appeal freshness. This is the kind of scent aimed at shoppers who want personality and texture over something light or universally safe.
Perfumier

Francesca Bianchi

Country of Origin

Netherlands
Year Created

2019

Our Verdict

Buy this if you want a dark leather scent with real texture, staying power, and a confident evening mood. Skip it if you prefer airy freshness, low-key office wear, or something gentle and universally easy.

You Might Also Like

More authentic fragrances selected from our current collection.

White Suede by Tom Ford

White Suede by Tom Ford

for women and men
$241.00

Tom Ford White Suede Eau de Parfum is a musky leather scent with soft floral and suede touches, made for close-up wear and evening plans.

Musky
Leather
Powdery
Floral
Amber
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Under My Skin by Francesca Bianchi

Under My Skin by Francesca Bianchi

for women and men
$137.00

Francesca Bianchi Under My Skin Extrait De Parfum is a leather fragrance with animalic depth, powdery iris and a quietly magnetic, skin-close feel.

Animalic
Powdery
Leather
Musky
Woody
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Francesca Bianchi The Lover's Tale Extrait De Parfum is a leather-led unisex fragrance with floral depth, amber warmth and a decidedly intimate edge.

Leather
Animalic
Floral
Powdery
Amber
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Cruz Del Sur I by Xerjoff

Cruz Del Sur I by Xerjoff

for women and men
$251.00

Xerjoff Cruz Del Sur I Extrait De Parfum is a leather fragrance with fruity warmth, smoky woods and spice, made for evening wear.

Leather
Woody
Warm Spicy
Fruity
Smoky
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Date Night
Date Night
Animalique by Byredo

Animalique by Byredo

for women and men
$350.00

Byredo Animalique Eau de Parfum is a leather-led unisex scent with powdery florals, amber warmth and a quietly distinctive edge.

Leather
Powdery
Amber
Floral
Woody
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Francesca Bianchi Luxe Calme Volupte Extrait de Parfum is an oriental floral with amber warmth, powdery softness and a quietly seductive edge.

Amber
Powdery
Floral
Woody
Musky
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Francesca Bianchi Sticky Fingers Extrait De Parfum is a leather fragrance with tobacco warmth, woody depth and a bold, evening-ready edge.

Leather
Tobacco
Woody
Amber
Warm Spicy
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Black Saffron by Byredo

Black Saffron by Byredo

for women and men
$274.00

Byredo Black Saffron Eau de Parfum is a unisex leather scent with fruity sparkle, warm spice and a wearable, slightly edgy finish.

Leather
Fruity
Warm Spicy
Woody
Aromatic
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Fucking Fabulous by Tom Ford

Fucking Fabulous by Tom Ford

for women and men
$363.00

Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous Eau de Parfum is a bold leather fragrance with vanilla warmth, made for nights when you want something distinctive and unapologetic.

Leather
Aromatic
Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party

Xerjoff Tony Iommi Monkey Special Parfum is a leather-led oriental for nights out, mixing rum, rose and caramel in a bold unisex style.

Leather
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Amber
Fruity
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
The Dark Side by Francesca Bianchi

The Dark Side by Francesca Bianchi

for women and men
$149.00

Francesca Bianchi The Dark Side Extrait de Parfum is a dark Oriental with honeyed spice, incense and woods, built for night-time wear.

Amber
Warm Spicy
Woody
Powdery
Musky
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Irish Leather by Memo Paris

Irish Leather by Memo Paris

for women and men
$236.00

Memo Paris Irish Leather Eau de Parfum is a green leather fragrance with aromatic spice and woody depth, made for anyone who likes character without excess.

Leather
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Green
Woody
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel