Water Calligraphy
By KilianEau de Parfum2012
Side by side
Water Calligraphy vs. Bal d'Afrique
Is Water Calligraphy better than Bal d'Afrique?
Bal d'Afrique rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
VetiverJasmine
floralfresharomatic
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 Water Calligraphy and Bal d'Afrique?
| Water Calligraphy | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2012 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Calice Becker | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Water Calligraphy and Bal d'Afrique smell?
Water Calligraphy
Floral
Citrus
Aquatic
Fresh
White Floral
Aromatic
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Water Calligraphy and Bal d'Afrique share?
Top
Water LilyGrapefruit zest
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Heart
MagnoliaJasmine
VioletJasmineCyclamen
Base
VetiverCardamom
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Water Calligraphy or Bal d'Afrique?
| Water Calligraphy | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Water Calligraphy and Bal d'Afrique?
Doesn't announce itself. Doesn't need to. Water Calligraphy is a quiet garden, magnolia and water lily, then something powdery and close. Some find that serenity.Water Calligraphy
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 Water Calligraphy and Bal d'Afrique
| Water Calligraphy | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $235.00ecosmetics |
| 3.4 oz | — | $330.00ecosmetics |
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