Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Venus of Verbena
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Venus of Verbena | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2023 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | Carlos Benaïm |
| Best season | Summer | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Venus of Verbena
Citrus
White Floral
Aromatic
Fresh
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Lemon VerbenaLitsea Cubeba
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
NeroliClary SageOrange Blossom
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
MuskHeliotropeVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Venus of Verbena | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| 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)
Bright and clean, but not boring. The verbena keeps it green while the litsea cubeba adds a peppery kick most citrus fragrances skip. It's fresh without playing it safe.Venus of Verbena