Byredo - Bal D'Afrique Absolu

Bal d'Afrique Absolu is a richer take on Byredo's cult fresh-floral, bright bergamot, lemon and blackcurrant over powdery violet and a touch of praline, deepened by black amber, cedar and vetiver.

The Story

Byredo's Absolu concentration keeps the airy, vintage-Parisian feel of the original Bal d'Afrique but adds warmth and weight, sweeter praline and a darker amber-wood base for more presence and longevity.

The Nose

Composed by Jérôme Epinette for Byredo, also behind Gypsy Water, Super Cedar and Black Saffron.

Fragrance Character

Citrus and cassis open it fresh and slightly tart; violet and praline give a soft, powdery-sweet heart; and black amber, cedar and vetiver ground it with a warm, woody depth.

Best Worn

Spring and summer days, an easy, chic fresh-woody for relaxed daylight hours and moments worn close, powdery-sweet violet over a warm woody base.

Why the Bal d'Afrique Absolu Decant

A warmer, richer Bal d'Afrique, a decant lets you weigh it against the original before committing.

Official Notes

Bergamot · Lemon · Blackcurrant · Violet · Musk · Praline · Black Amber · Cedarwood · Vetiver

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