Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. The Matcha 26
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) peaks in summer, while The Matcha 26 belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | The Matcha 26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2021 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Frank Voelkl |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
The Matcha 26
Woody
Fruity
Citrus
Powdery
Aromatic
Green
Sweet
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Bitter OrangeFig
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Green Tea
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
CedarVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | The Matcha 26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
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)
This is not a fragrance for everyone. If you need something that announces itself in a room, move along. But if you appreciate green tea and vetiver working in quiet tandem with fig and cedarwood,.The Matcha 26