Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. By the Fireplace
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) peaks in summer, while By the Fireplace belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | By the Fireplace | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2009 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Marie Salamagne |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
By the Fireplace
Woody
Balsamic
Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Amber
Nutty
Powdery
Soft Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
ClovesPink PepperOrange Blossom
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
ChestnutGuaiac WoodCade OilJuniper
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
VanillaPeru BalsamCashmeran
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | By the Fireplace | |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Built for the hours you want to stay in. Not the ones you need to leave. The smoke leans Intimate, warm, woody, close. It doesn't fill the room. It earns it.By the Fireplace