Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. F8
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while F8 projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | F8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2021 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | — |
| Best season | Summer | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
F8
Fruity
Powdery
Woody
Sweet
White Floral
Violet
Amber
Vanilla
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
BlackcurrantCaramelPearOrangeWhite Peach
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
RoseJasmineViolet
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Bourbon VanillaSandalwoodWhite Musk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | F8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 2-4 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)
Here's the thing about fruity florals: most of them tip into "candy we want to wear" territory. This one doesn't, the citrus keeps it honest, the vanilla keeps it warm.F8