Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Vetiver
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin, while Vetiver projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Vetiver | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2009 | 2008 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Albert Nichols |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Vetiver
Citrus
Aromatic
Woody
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
BergamotCitruses
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
—Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Vetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Vetiver | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
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)
Zara Vetiver is proof that staying power has nothing to do with projection. The sillage is intimate, almost imperceptible past arm's length, but the longevity is legitimately impressive.Vetiver