A soft veil of smoke slowly settles over the darkness. Cinnamon and black pepper sharpens the silhouette, dry wisps of elemi and incense unfold, rosemary anchors. Leather, woods and earthy tones seep in with silent depth. By the end, a restrained warmth lingers like an afterglow. All Black reveals without showing.
Best Open Sky by Byredo Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Open Sky by Byredo blends fresh pomelo with spicy black pepper, anchored by earthy vetiver and a subtle incense smoke. It balances bright citrus zest and warm woody spices, creating a refined, outdoorsy feel. Those drawn to Open Sky should focus on fragrances that combine citrus freshness with peppery spice and a woody or smoky base.
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Osmanthus by Ormonde Jayne £235.00
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- Key notes:
- jasmine
- osmanthus
- pomelo
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- fruity
- leather
- woody
Osmanthus is a fruity floral white flower from Japan and China.
Like a deliciously crisp spring day, this uplifting creation with Japanese Osmanthus absolute is a beautifully composed bouquet of flowers, embellished with golden citrus notes. Layered on a bed of Egyptian sweet herbs, it is intense, fresh and yet uncomplicated.
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Lucienne by Liis £160.00
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- Key notes:
- magnolia
- pomelo
- sea salt
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- marine
Inspired by new ways of seeing, Lucienne — meaning light — is an exuberant moment of clarity. Pomelo, lemon zest, and dragonfruit reflect against impressions of creamy magnolia, waterlily and shimmering marine waves.
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Black by Comme Des Garcons £95.00
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- Key notes:
- birch tar
- black pepper
- leather
- smoke
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
- woody
Black in name, black in nature: black pepper, incense, leather, licorice, birch tar. The effect is tough but comforting — a campfire shot through with sparks of nutmeg, and more than a hint of gasoline-infused motorbike saddle.
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Raíces by Otzlab £240.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- damp earth accord
- petrichor
- saffron
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- green
- leather
- spicy
Raíces, Spanish for roots, is a perfume that summons the force of the earth with a botanical bounce. The rain-soaked smokiness of vetiver twins with the glacial green of peppermint for a bright-eyed, vibrant persona. The persona shifts with unexpected sparks: black and pink pepper, orange blossom and ginger, rose and saffron.
Perfumer: Paul Guerlain
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Santal by Floris £100.00
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- Key notes:
- amber
- black pepper
- cardamom
- cedarwood
- cloves
- frankincense
- nutmeg
- sandalwood
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Santal takes its inspiration from a Sandalwood fragrance originally created in the 1800s which has then been given a distinctive contemporary edge.
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To Vetiver by Comme Des Garcons £155.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- myrrh
- thyme
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
An olfactory poem in praise of the rugged elegance of vetiver. But despite being the subject, in this composition vetiver’s rich’n’rooty pleasures are folded into a harmony of resinous allies: the honeyed spice of opoponax and the licorice syrup of myrrh. Black pepper and thyme spike the flow, while musk and amber accords smooth the final stanzas.
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701 Eau de Cyprès by Bon Parfumeur £55.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- eucalyptus
- grapefruit
- incense
- nutmeg
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- spicy
- transparent
A fresh herbaceous blend with a sunny grapefruit at the center of the composition.
Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 701 if you like cool spices such as cardamom, sunny citrus nuances and refreshing greenness of eucalyptus.
Perfumer: Benoist Lapouza.
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All Black by Insenf £125.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- castoreum
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- incense
- rosemary
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
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Berbera by Nissaba £150.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- elemi
- incense
- myrrh
- pink pepper
- smoke
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
The finest gum extracts from Somaliland — frankincense, myrrh and opoponax — combine in this resinous and sophisticated scent. Berbera is a powerful woody amber suitable for layering, as is common in the Middle East, as well as a standalone manifesto. Opoponax brings nuances of leather and old wood, myrrh swirls in a cola note, and frankincense soars high and dry. A charred-around-the-edges fragrance to uplift your soul and deepen your mystique.
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Beso de Fuego by Beso Beach £145.00
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- Key notes:
- black pepper
- frankincense
- incense
- smoke
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
This is an after-dark jasmine that smoulders, thanks to shadow-dwelling frankincense spiced up with Guatemalan cardamom and Madagascar black pepper. The charm of the char continues with cedarwood and cypress.
Perfumer: Alberto Morillas
About Open Sky by Byredo
- What makes Open Sky different from these similar fragrances?
- Open Sky uniquely combines pomelo’s bright citrus with black pepper’s spice, a vetiver base, and subtle incense for a balanced woody spicy scent. While the fragrances listed share some notes, they often introduce additional elements like floral, smoky, leathery, or marine accords that change the overall feel.
- Can I find a fragrance with the same fresh citrus feel as Open Sky here?
- Fragrances like Osmanthus and Lucienne feature pomelo prominently, capturing the fresh citrus aspect of Open Sky. However, Lucienne leans towards a cleaner, oceanic freshness, while Osmanthus adds floral and powdery layers.
- Are any of these fragrances more intense or smoky compared to Open Sky?
- Yes, scents such as Black, All Black, and Berbera emphasise smoky and leathery notes, offering a darker, more intense experience. 602 Bois Narcotique Intense also provides a richer woody-spicy complexity.