Bal d'Afrique
“Elegance with an earthly pulse”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a woody, aromatic composition with a earthy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Byredo's Bal d'Afrique captures the spirit of a legendary cultural celebration—a convergence of refined aesthetics and raw, authentic beauty. The fragrance distills this duality into a composition that refuses categorization, speaking to a new generation of fragrance lovers who reject boundaries.
Composition & Character
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Wear this throughout the day, from morning coffee to evening gatherings; apply to pulse points for optimal diffusion and allow the citrus to brighten before the floral heart emerges.
Jérôme Epinette
Founding perfumer · 236 fragrances
Designer Byredo
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The story behind the bottle.
The vibrant energy of traditional African celebration filtered through a modern, cosmopolitan lens.
Fig. 01 — Bal d'Afrique, Byredo
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