Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
ByredoEau de Parfum2009
Side by side
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) vs. North
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | North | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2009 | 2019 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jérôme Epinette | — |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
North
Sweet
Leather
Fruity
Animalic
Smoky
Caramel
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Leather
Heart
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Cotton Candy
Base
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Raspberry
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | North | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 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)
Cotton candy fragrances can feel like they disappear before you've had a chance to appreciate them. North has something to say after the first spray. The leather doesn't shout.North