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    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Route 66

    Clearly related
    Route 66 by Soleil de Grâce bottle

    Route 66

    Soleil de Grâce
    Eau de Parfum2024
    New comparison

    Route 66 rates higher with the community, while Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Route 66
    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)Route 66
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20092024
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerJérôme EpinetteÖzge Erdoğmuş Altınel
    Best seasonSummerWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)

    Woody
    Aromatic
    Earthy
    Floral
    Violet
    Powdery
    Fresh
    Green

    Route 66

    Warm Spicy
    Patchouli
    Woody
    Powdery
    Amber
    Balsamic
    Earthy
    Gasoline

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
    BergamotCinnamonSpicy Notes
    Heart
    CyclamenJasmineViolet
    PatchouliGasolineSandalwood
    Base
    MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
    AmberWhite MuskTonka BeanVanilla

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. Route 66
    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)Route 66
    Score4/54.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    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)
    The gasoline note either hooks you or sends you reaching for the exit. It clears fast, though, within the first hour, you're into warm woods and soft leather that stays close and comfortable.Route 66