Byzance Perfume is a sharp and spicy blend of top aldehydes, carnation, basil and mandarin orange, with a heart of anise, ylang-ylang, Turkish rose and jasmine, all settled down by a musky base. Introduced in 1987 by Rochas, this creamy and smooth scent will make you think of complicated baroque dresses and lacy fans. Byzance is an opulent and fascinating fragrance that is recommended for evening wear. . . Byzance Perfume for Women by Rochas. Launched by the design house of Rochas in 1987, BYZANCE is classified as a sharp, oriental, floral fragrance. This feminine scent possesses a blend of citrus, vanilla, musk, and white flower notes of jasmine and lily of the valley.