Spontaneous Generosity
State of MindEau de Parfum2017
Side by side
Spontaneous Generosity vs. Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Is Spontaneous Generosity better than Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)?
Spontaneous Generosity peaks in fall, while Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) belongs to summer. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Gender alignment
Accord profile overlap
Tonka Bean
woodyaromatic
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 Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)?
| Spontaneous Generosity | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2017 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Karine Dubreuil-Sereni | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) smell?
Spontaneous Generosity
Sweet
Amber
Woody
Balsamic
Vanilla
Caramel
Cherry
Warm Spicy
Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
Woody
Aromatic
Earthy
Floral
Violet
Powdery
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) share?
Top
Black TeaFigTonka Bean
BergamotAfrican MarigoldBlackcurrantBuchu or Agathosma
Heart
BenzoinCoumarinPeru Balsam
CyclamenJasmineViolet
Base
CherryCaramelSandalwood
MuskVetiverTonka Bean AbsoluteCedarwood
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Oriental Notes
BenzoinTonka Bean
Tonka Bean Absolute
Fruity Notes
Cherry
Blackcurrant
Green Notes
Fig
Vetiver
Woody Notes
Sandalwood
Cedarwood
Where they fit
When and where do Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Spontaneous Generosity or Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)?
| Spontaneous Generosity | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)?
Tonka is the whole point here. If you've been looking for the tonka fragrance that actually smells like perfume instead of candy, this is it. Creamy, jammy, blended with fig and cherry.Spontaneous Generosity
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)
The hunt
Where to buy Spontaneous Generosity and Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum)
| Spontaneous Generosity | Bal d'Afrique (Eau de Parfum) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best offer | $311.44ecosmetics | — |
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