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Bal d'Afrique

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Bal d'Afrique by Byredois a Amber Woody fragrance for women and men. Bal d'Afrique was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Jérôme Epinette. Top notes are Amalfi Lemon, Tagetes, Black Currant, Bergamot and African Orange Flower; middle notes are Violet, Cyclamen and Jasmine; base notes are Vetiver, Musk, Amber and Virginia Cedar.

Notes

Top notes

First 0–15 minutes

Amalfi Lemon Black Currant

Heart notes

15 minutes – 2 hours

Violet Cyclamen Jasmine African Orange Flower Tagetes Bergamot

Base notes

2+ hours, dry-down

Vetiver Musk Amber Virginia Cedar

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile

Longevity6–8 hrs

Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Bal d'Afrique

Best seasons

🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter

Best occasions

Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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