About Byredo
Founded in 2006 by Swedish founder Ben Gorham, Byredo combines a minimalist Scandi aesthetic with influences from his mother’s Indian heritage. The name stems from ‘redolence’, meaning sweet-smelling perfume. Each scent balances modern compositions with a timeless approach to fragrance, drawing on memories, travel and emotion to tell a unique story. Today, Byredo stands as a leading name in contemporary perfumery.
Who Is Byredo For
Byredo is for those drawn to a minimalist aesthetic and seeking a signature scent to treasure. Each personal fragrance is unisex, crafted from high-quality ingredients and designed to feel both distinctive and wearable. Plus, the collection extends beyond perfume into hand care and home fragrance, to bring Byredo’s signature scents and style into your everyday lifestyle.
Why Space NK Loves Byredo
We love Byredo for its ability to create scents that feel both distinctive and effortlessly wearable. Gypsy Water Eau de Parfum is a true house favourite. Its fresh, woody composition and unisex appeal make it one we come back to time and time again. Each scent has a unique take on everyday scent, whether worn as a signature fragrance or layered through candles and hand care.
Your Questions, Answered
Byredo Gypsy Water is often recognised as Byredo’s most iconic fragrance, thanks to its unique balance of freshness and warmth with notes of citrus, woods and soft vanilla. The scent became a defining factor of Byredo’s modern style and continues to resonate with both new and long-time fans. Other popular choices include Bal d’Afrique and Byredo Blanche. Looking for your personal favourite? We rounded up the best Byredo perfumes.
Yes, Byredo perfumes are designed to be unisex perfumes. The brand creates fragrances for everyone, focusing on emotion, memory and scent rather than traditional gender categories. Many of the most popular Byredo fragrances, including Gypsy Water and Bal d’Afrique, are worn (and loved) by all.
Yes, Byredo offers different fragrance concentrations, including Eau de Parfum and more intense Absolu or perfume extracts versions of their signature scents. Eau de Parfum is the most common, offering a balanced, lasting scent, while Absolu and extrait formulations amplify notes for a more concentrated, richer, and longer-wearing experience.