Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Solitaire
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin, while Solitaire projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Solitaire | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2025 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | — |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Solitaire
Floral
Green
Powdery
Musky
Mossy
Citrus
Sweet
Rose
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
BergamotRose
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
HeliotropeGreen TeaJasmine
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
MuskOakmossPatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Solitaire | |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The draw here is that powdery musk quality. Solitaire plays it safe, but the comfort zone is the whole point. The green tea and rose thread running through the heart gives the fragrance its distinct.Solitaire