Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Mirage Suave
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Mirage Suave projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Mirage Suave | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2024 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Nelly Hachem‑Ruiz |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Mirage Suave
Powdery
Iris
Anis
Violet
Aromatic
Amber
Warm Spicy
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Star AniseCardamom
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Orris RootRoseViolet
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
MyrrhVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Mirage Suave | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 2-4 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)
This is the one for someone who saw anise and iris on paper and thought, I'll take that bet. It doesn't project much. The opening arrives quietly, the drydown closer still.Mirage Suave