Prelude by Balenciaga is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Prelude was launched in 1982. Top notes are Aldehydes, Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Carnation, Cinnamon, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Orchid and Rose; base notes are Tolu Balsam, Benzoin, Amber, Civet, Vanilla and Patchouli.