Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Orchid Bloom
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Orchid Bloom | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2014 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| 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
Orchid Bloom
Fruity
Sweet
Floral
Musky
Powdery
Fresh
Sour
Lactonic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Red Berries
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Orchid
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Musk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Orchid Bloom | |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
This is the fragrance for someone who walks into a room and doesn't need to announce themselves. Orchid Bloom wears like a quiet confidence, the kind that gets remembered long after you've left.Orchid Bloom