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Frequently Asked Questions about Bal d'Afrique by Byredo

What does Bal d'Afrique by Byredo smell like?

Bal d'Afrique by Byredo features top notes of Bergamot, Black Currant, Lemon, Marigold, and Orange Blossom, middle notes of Cyclamen, Jasmine, and Violet, and base notes of Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, and Vetiver.

How long does Bal d'Afrique by Byredo last?

Based on user reviews, Bal d'Afrique by Byredo has moderate longevity, typically lasting 4-6 hours. The longevity rating is 3.3 out of 5.

What is the sillage of Bal d'Afrique by Byredo?

Bal d'Afrique by Byredo has moderate sillage that stays close to the skin but is noticeable. The sillage rating is 3.1 out of 5.

Who created Bal d'Afrique by Byredo?

Bal d'Afrique by Byredo was created by Jérôme Epinette.

When was Bal d'Afrique by Byredo released?

Bal d'Afrique by Byredo was released in 2009.

Is Bal d'Afrique by Byredo for men or women?

Based on user reviews, Bal d'Afrique by Byredo is a unisex fragrance that works well for all genders.

What season is Bal d'Afrique by Byredo best for?

According to user reviews, Bal d'Afrique by Byredo is best suited for Summer, Spring, and Fall.

What occasions is Bal d'Afrique by Byredo good for?

Bal d'Afrique by Byredo is particularly well-suited for casual and office occasions.

Bal d'Afrique

Byredo

3.88 16 votes

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Bal d'Afrique

Byredo

3.88 16 votes

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Aromatic

Citrus

Floral

Woody

White Floral

Powdery

Release Date2009

Perfumer

Jérôme Epinette

BrandByredo

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Reviews (16)

dean.g.c

On my skin it opens with a very aromatic, woody citrus. The vetiver and musk are prominent before leading into fruity green florals.

It's quite a dry scent, both light and with body, and pleasent for everyday use.

1 month ago

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2 months ago

marxferreira

Bal d’Afrique feels warm, smooth, and quietly joyful. It opens bright and slightly citrusy, but quickly turns soft and creamy, with a gentle sweetness that never feels heavy. There’s something airy and sunny about it, almost like clean skin after a day in the sun.

As it settles, the woods and vetiver come through in a very elegant way, giving balance and depth without taking away the lightness. It’s comforting, refined, and very easy to wear. Not loud, not aggressive, just effortlessly beautiful.

Bal d’Afrique smells happy, polished, and modern. A fragrance that feels relaxed but confident, perfect for everyday wear when you want to feel fresh, warm, and quietly put together.

3 months ago

sirjk

Straight up reminds me of a chill mango ananas sorbet in summer. Very sweet and very very fruity.

1 year ago

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1 year ago

wendy

Oh my lord, this is lovely. I got myself a full bottle even before I had run out of my tester ;)

It opens with the most beautiful warm, rounded out, sexy, tropical citrus note. Not a screechy zingy blast, but a fragrant, tropical one. And the citrus lasts and lasts, which is wonderful for a note that is usually fleeting.

On my skin the longevity is easily 6 hours and during drydown it morphs slightly and becomes even more warm & luxureous, with a musky, sweet, slightly woody undertone. This could easily become my signature scent.

I would say this is unisex, maybe slightly leaning to the feminine side but not much. I am sure on a man this would be ultra sexy :)

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This fragrance appears to be very popular for awhile now and I never understood the hype, as the notes did not sound like something I would usually try. But a few weeks ago I randomly tried some of the Byredo perfumes at the airport and the only one I liked, besides Gypsy Water, was Bal d'Afrique. The notes blend so well, so it creates this beautiful citrus/woody/floral scent. Very enchanting and I kept sniffing my arm. I see that this can be a safe blind buy but it might also smell different depending on how the notes work with the own chemistry.

Edit: After purchasing a travelsize and trying it again, I feel it is best testing a few times, as it smells different to me now as it used to upon first try. The aromatic and citrus notes are more prominent and I get hints of tea. Overall a scent that is pretty, but might not be for me and my preferance in the long run.

1 year ago

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