Bal d'Afrique
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique vs. Papilio
Is Bal d'Afrique better than Papilio?
Bal d'Afrique peaks in spring, while Papilio belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
BergamotCedarVetiver
woodyaromaticpowderyfloralfresh
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 Bal d'Afrique and Papilio?
| Bal d'Afrique | Papilio | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2023 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Nathalie Feisthauer |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Bal d'Afrique and Papilio smell?
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Papilio
Woody
Floral
Leather
Powdery
Citrus
Amber
Aromatic
Musky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Bal d'Afrique and Papilio share?
Top
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Bergamot
Heart
VioletJasmineCyclamen
MagnoliaHedioneOrris RootNeroliHeliotropeLily of the ValleyCarrot Seed
Base
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
CedarVetiverAmbroxanPeachAmbretteMuscenoneAmyrisOpoponaxCashmere MuskBenzoinVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Bal d'Afrique or Papilio?
| Bal d'Afrique | Papilio | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Bal d'Afrique and Papilio?
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
Leather for people who think they don't wear leather. Papilio keeps that note honest but wraps it in enough magnolia and cream to make it approachable.Papilio
The hunt
Where to buy Bal d'Afrique and Papilio
| Bal d'Afrique | Papilio | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | $235.00ecosmetics | — |
| 3.4 oz | $330.00ecosmetics | — |
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