Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Bergamot
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Bergamot projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Bergamot | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2016 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Stephen Nilsen |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Bergamot
Citrus
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Floral
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
BergamotBlack PepperPetitgrain
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
CedarwoodFreesiaOrange Blossom
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
AmbroxanCashmere WoodMusk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Bergamot | |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Citrus fragrances are often the safe choice. Bergamot by rag & bone refuses to be safe. It's got that bright, confident quality that either pulls you in or makes you reach for something sweeter.Bergamot