Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. White Tulip & Barley
Is Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) better than White Tulip & Barley?
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) peaks in summer, while White Tulip & Barley belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Shared notes
BergamotMuskCyclamenBlackcurrantCedarwood
woodyaromaticfloralpowdery
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and White Tulip & Barley?
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | White Tulip & Barley | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2009 | 2021 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Alberto Morillas |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and White Tulip & Barley smell?
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
White Tulip & Barley
Aromatic
Floral
Herbal
Fresh Spicy
Balsamic
Citrus
Musky
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and White Tulip & Barley share?
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
CalendulaBergamotBlackcurrant
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
White TulipOrange BlossomCyclamen
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
BarleyMuskSandalwoodCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
CyclamenJasmineAfrican MarigoldViolet
White TulipOrange BlossomCyclamen
Woody Notes
Cedarwood
SandalwoodCedarwood
Citric Notes
Bergamot
Bergamot
Fruity Notes
Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant
Musk
Musk
Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and White Tulip & Barley work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) or White Tulip & Barley?
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | White Tulip & Barley | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) and White Tulip & Barley?
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 won't fill a room. That's the point. Soft enough to wear every day, interesting enough to be worth remembering. The barley keeps it grounded. Not a statement, a preference.White Tulip & Barley
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