Rouge 540

Parfumour’s Interpretation of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Baccarat Rouge 540 is one of the most sought after niche fragrances in the world, a radiant sweet amber saffron, and our version keeps that iconic character.

The Story Behind the Scent

Released in 2015 and crafted by Francis Kurkdjian to mark the 250th anniversary of Baccarat crystal, Baccarat Rouge 540 became so beloved it joined the permanent Maison Francis Kurkdjian collection, a sweet amber saffron built around saffron, jasmine, amberwood, cedarwood and ambergris.

Our interpretation captures the same signature, rebuilt at 40 percent perfume oil so the saffron jasmine opening and the sweet amber base project and last well on skin.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original is a luxury eau de parfum sold at high pricing. We build ours at a high perfume oil concentration and sell direct, so you get the same character for a fraction of the price.

Who It’s For

It suits anyone who loves a sweet amber saffron scent and wants a luxury style fragrance without the high price.

Notes

Top notes: Saffron, Jasmine

Heart notes: Amberwood, Cedarwood

Base notes: Ambergris, Fir Resin

How it Smells

It opens bright and airy, with saffron and jasmine.

The heart is warm and radiant, with amberwood and cedarwood.

The base is sweet and resinous, with ambergris and fir resin giving that signature amber glow.

Common Questions

How close is it to Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540?

Very close. We build the same amber saffron around saffron, jasmine, amberwood and ambergris, keeping the iconic Maison Francis Kurkdjian character at a fraction of the price.

How can it cost so much less than Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540?

Most of the price of a luxury eau de parfum fragrance goes to the brand name, packaging and retail markup rather than the liquid itself. We put our budget into the scent and sell direct, so you get a comparable experience for a fraction of the price.

Is this the same perfume as Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540?

No. We do not use the same formula or ingredients. It is an independent interpretation made to evoke the same style at a much lower price.

How long does it last?

You can expect several hours on skin. Spraying onto clothing as well as skin helps it last even longer.

Who is it best for?

It is unisex and is made for everyday wear and evenings.

How should I apply it?

Spray on pulse points such as the wrists, neck and inner elbows. A light spritz on clothing makes it last through the day.

Disclaimer

Maison Francis Kurkdjian and Baccarat Rouge 540 are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Maison Francis Kurkdjian in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.