Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Light Blue Italian Love
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Light Blue Italian Love | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2009 | 2022 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Olivier Cresp |
| Best season | Summer | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Light Blue Italian Love
Musky
Woody
Citrus
Powdery
Aromatic
Floral
Fruity
Fresh
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
LemonApple
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
AmbretteJasmineWhite Rose
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
SandalwoodWhite MuskCedarwoodAmber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Light Blue Italian Love | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Bal d'Afrique is one of Byredo's more accessible fragrances for everyday wear. It does not demand attention but rewards those who notice it. If you prefer scents that announce themselves from across.Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
The original Light Blue is morning espresso. Italian Love is what comes after, when the coast becomes the table and the day tilts toward night. It earns the name in the drydown.Light Blue Italian Love
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Light Blue Italian Love | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.27 oz | — | $15.39fragrancenet |
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