Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Light Blue Italian Love
Is Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) better than 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.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Shared notes
MuskJasmineCedarwood
woodyaromaticfloralpowderyfresh
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 (Eau de Parfum) and Light Blue Italian Love?
| 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
How do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and Light Blue Italian Love smell?
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
What notes do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and Light Blue Italian Love share?
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
LemonApple
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
AmbretteJasmineWhite Rose
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
SandalwoodWhite MuskCedarwoodAmber
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
CyclamenJasmineAfrican MarigoldViolet
JasmineWhite Rose
Musk
Musk
AmbretteWhite Musk
Woody Notes
Cedarwood
SandalwoodCedarwood
Citric Notes
Bergamot
Lemon
Fruity Notes
Blackcurrant
Apple
Where they fit
When and where do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and Light Blue Italian Love work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) or Light Blue Italian Love?
| 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
What do reviewers say about Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and Light Blue Italian Love?
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
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