Neroli Nasimba
Maison CrivelliEau de Parfum2023
Side by side
Neroli Nasimba vs. Bal d'Afrique
Is Neroli Nasimba better than Bal d'Afrique?
Bal d'Afrique rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Vetiver
aromaticwoodygreen
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique?
| Neroli Nasimba | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2023 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Paul Guerlain | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Spring | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique smell?
Neroli Nasimba
Citrus
White Floral
Aromatic
Woody
Green
Amber
Musky
Warm Spicy
Bal d'Afrique
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Powdery
Violet
Floral
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique share?
Top
Pink PepperCardamomMandarin Orange
BergamotBlackcurrantBuchu or AgathosmaAfrican Marigold
Heart
NeroliOrange BlossomPetitgrain
VioletJasmineCyclamen
Base
Saffiano LeatherLeatherLabdanumVetiver
CedarwoodCedarVetiverMuskTonka Bean Absolute
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
Orange Blossom
VioletJasmineCyclamenAfrican Marigold
Citric Notes
NeroliPetitgrainMandarin Orange
Bergamot
Green Notes
Vetiver
Vetiver
Where they fit
When and where do Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Neroli Nasimba or Bal d'Afrique?
| Neroli Nasimba | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique?
The leather-floral contrast here isn't a gimmick, it's a genuine tension. Neroli and orange blossom on one side, cool Saffiano on the other. Both sides pull. Neither wins.Neroli Nasimba
This fragrance does not announce itself. Bergamot and vetiver give it structure, but the florals keep it from feeling austere. It works best when you want to smell present without screaming.Bal d'Afrique
The hunt
Where to buy Neroli Nasimba and Bal d'Afrique
| Neroli Nasimba | Bal d'Afrique | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $235.00ecosmetics |
| 75ml | — | $90.99fragrancenet |
| 3.4 oz | — | $379.44ecosmetics |
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