Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Rose Silk
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Rose Silk | |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Rose Silk
Floral
Rose
Citrus
Ozonic
Aquatic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
—Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Rose Petals
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Magnolia
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | Rose Silk | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 one won't knock anyone over. Rose and magnolia, caught in a clean ozonic shimmer, fading close and powdery. Built for people who want to wear something, not perform it.Rose Silk