Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Willow & Amber
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin, while Willow & Amber projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Willow & Amber | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Cologne |
| Launched | 2009 | 2019 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Louise Turner |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Willow & Amber
Woody
Amber
Aromatic
Musky
Vanilla
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Pink PepperVetiverWhite Willow
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Cashmere WoodAmber
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
PatchouliVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Willow & Amber | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 scent makes no apologies for what it is: a cool note meeting a warm one. No drama, no announcement. Just the quiet confidence of something that knows exactly where it belongs.Willow & Amber