The Majestic Vetiver
Alexandre.JEau de Parfum2020
Side by side
The Majestic Vetiver vs. Bal d'Afrique
Is The Majestic Vetiver better than Bal d'Afrique?
The Majestic Vetiver peaks in fall, while Bal d'Afrique belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Vetiver
aromaticwoodyearthyfloralgreen
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique?
| The Majestic Vetiver | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2020 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Anne‑Sophie Behaghel, Amelie Bourgeois | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique smell?
The Majestic Vetiver
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Earthy
Citrus
Floral
Herbal
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique share?
Top
CardamomBasilGrapefruit
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Heart
Liatris spicataCoriander
VioletJasmineCyclamen
Base
VetiverSuedeLabdanumOud
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Woody Notes
Oud
CedarwoodCedar
Citric Notes
Grapefruit
Bergamot
Green Notes
Vetiver
Vetiver
Where they fit
When and where do The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, The Majestic Vetiver or Bal d'Afrique?
| The Majestic Vetiver | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique?
The grapefruit-cardamom opening isn't for everyone. Some noses need a few minutes to calibrate. But give it time, the vetiver-suede drydown rewards the patience. This one earns its compliments.The Majestic Vetiver
This fragrance does not announce itself. Bergamot and vetiver give it structure, but the florals keep it from feeling austere. It works best when you want to smell present without screaming.Bal d'Afrique
The hunt
Where to buy The Majestic Vetiver and Bal d'Afrique
| The Majestic Vetiver | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $235.00ecosmetics |
| 75ml | — | $90.99fragrancenet |
| 3.4 oz | — | $379.44ecosmetics |
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