Mirage Suave
Reine de SabaParfum2024
Side by side
Mirage Suave vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Mirage Suave projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Mirage Suave | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2024 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Nelly Hachem‑Ruiz | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Mirage Suave
Powdery
Iris
Anis
Violet
Aromatic
Amber
Warm Spicy
Earthy
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
Star AniseCardamom
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
Orris RootRoseViolet
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
MyrrhVetiver
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Mirage Suave | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This is the one for someone who saw anise and iris on paper and thought, I'll take that bet. It doesn't project much. The opening arrives quietly, the drydown closer still.Mirage Suave
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)