D & G Light Blue Italian Love
Dolce & GabbanaEau de Toilette2022
Side by side
D & G Light Blue Italian Love vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
D & G Light Blue Italian Love peaks in fall, while Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) belongs to summer. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| D & G Light Blue Italian Love | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2022 | 2009 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
D & G Light Blue Italian Love
Citrus
Fresh
Fruity
Sweet
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
LemonApple
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
JasmineAmbretteWhite Rose
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
SandalwoodCedarwoodWhite MuskAmber
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| D & G Light Blue Italian Love | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Light Blue Italian Love trades the original's sharp citrus for something warmer. Jasmine and white rose bloom in the heart, then sandalwood, cedar, and white musk settle close as amber glows beneath.D & G Light Blue Italian Love
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)