Bergamot
Rag & BoneEau de Parfum2016
Side by side
Bergamot vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Bergamot projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Bergamot | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Stephen Nilsen | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Bergamot
Citrus
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Floral
Green
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
BergamotBlack PepperPetitgrain
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
CedarwoodFreesiaOrange Blossom
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
AmbroxanCashmere WoodMusk
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Bergamot | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Citrus fragrances are often the safe choice. Bergamot by rag & bone refuses to be safe. It's got that bright, confident quality that either pulls you in or makes you reach for something sweeter.Bergamot
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)