Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Diana
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Diana projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Diana | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2009 | 2024 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Vanina Muracciole |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Diana
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Woody
Citrus
Powdery
Musky
Fresh
Fruity
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
AngelicaLitchiBergamot
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
LavenderGeraniumNeroli
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
White MuskSandalwoodCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Diana | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| 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)
Some will find the lychee in Diana's opening too sweet against the green and herbal backdrop. That's the gamble with this one. But when it works, it really works.Diana