Bal d'Afrique
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique vs. Ginza Datura
Is Bal d'Afrique better than Ginza Datura?
Bal d'Afrique peaks in spring, while Ginza Datura belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Same dominant accord
woodyaromaticpowdery
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 Ginza Datura?
| Bal d'Afrique | Ginza Datura | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2009 | 2025 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Karine Dubreuil-Sereni |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Bal d'Afrique and Ginza Datura smell?
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Ginza Datura
Woody
White Floral
Citrus
Yellow Floral
Aromatic
Powdery
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Bal d'Afrique and Ginza Datura share?
Top
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Ylang-YlangGrapefruit
Heart
VioletJasmineCyclamen
Angel's Trumpet
Base
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
SandalwoodGuaiac Wood
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
VioletJasmineCyclamenAfrican Marigold
Angel's TrumpetYlang-Ylang
Woody Notes
CedarwoodCedar
SandalwoodGuaiac Wood
Citric Notes
Bergamot
Grapefruit
Where they fit
When and where do Bal d'Afrique and Ginza Datura work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Bal d'Afrique or Ginza Datura?
| Bal d'Afrique | Ginza Datura | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ginza Datura?
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
White florals with a distinctive edge. Most compositions in this family tend toward sweetness and politeness, easy to wear but easy to forget. This one has a backbone.Ginza Datura
The hunt
Where to buy Bal d'Afrique and Ginza Datura
| Bal d'Afrique | Ginza Datura | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | $235.00ecosmetics | — |
| 75ml | $90.99fragrancenet | — |
| 3.4 oz | $379.44ecosmetics | — |
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