Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Nude
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin, while Nude projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Nude | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2023 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Mariya Chaykovskaya |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Nude
Woody
Rose
Iris
Powdery
Fruity
Citrus
Violet
Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
FigBergamot
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
RoseIris
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Guaiac WoodCedar
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Nude | |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Green herbs and powder florals don't always agree. Here, they negotiate. The result is intimate sillage that rewards anyone leaning in rather than announcing itself to the room.Nude