Lavanda
ChloéEau de Toilette2019
Side by side
Lavanda vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Lavanda | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2019 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Quentin Bisch | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Lavanda
Lavender
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Herbal
Floral
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top—
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart—
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
Lavender
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Lavanda | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Most lavender fragrances play masculine. This one doesn't. The green, herbaceous edge is still there, but it's wrapped in something soft and almost powdery, like afternoon sun on linen.Lavanda
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)