Bal d'Afrique
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique vs. Gin Fizz
Bal d'Afrique wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique | Gin Fizz | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Henri Giboulet |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Gin Fizz
Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
White Floral
Woody
Green
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
BergamotJuniperLemonMandarin Orange
Heart
VioletJasmineCyclamen
African Orange FlowerJasmineIrisRoseGalbanum
Base
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
VetiverWhite MuskLilyOakmossBenzoin
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique | Gin Fizz | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
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
This is the fragrance for someone who wants vintage glamour without the drama. The aldehydic lift gives it that 50s sophistication, but the citrus and green notes keep it from feeling dusty.Gin Fizz
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Bal d'Afrique | Gin Fizz | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.27 oz | $34.99fragrancenet | — |
| 1.6 oz | $235.00ecosmetics | — |
| 2.5 oz | $83.99fragrancenet | — |
| 3.4 oz | $330.00ecosmetics | — |
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