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    Puccini Lovely Night vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)

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    New comparison

    Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Puccini Lovely Night vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
    Puccini Lovely NightBal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20172009
    GenderFemaleUnisex
    PerfumerJérôme Epinette
    Best seasonFallSummer

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Puccini Lovely Night

    Fruity
    Sweet
    Caramel
    Powdery
    Iris
    Woody
    Vanilla
    Amber

    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
    BergamotBlackcurrantPineapplePink Pepper
    BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
    Heart
    CaramelIrisJasminePeach
    CyclamenJasmineViolet
    Base
    AmberwoodCashmere WoodMuskPatchouliVanilla
    MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Puccini Lovely Night vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
    Puccini Lovely NightBal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    For someone who wants to smell delicious without announcing it. The caramel stays close, the vanilla settles soft, and the iris keeps everything from going too sweet. Reassuring, not overwhelming.Puccini Lovely Night
    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)