Byredo - Bal d'Afrique Absolu

Byredo Bal d'Afrique Absolu reimagines the iconic Bal d'Afrique with a richer, more gourmand intensity. Sparkling bergamot and lemon meet juicy blackcurrant in a vibrant opening before melting into an unexpectedly addictive heart of sweet praline, soft musk, and powdery violet. As it settles, earthy vetiver and dry cedarwood are enveloped in warm black amber, giving the familiar luminous character of Bal d'Afrique a deeper, smoother, and more sensual finish.

Fragrance family: Floral / Woody / Musky / Gourmand

Top notes: Blackcurrant, bergamot, lemon
Heart notes: Praline, musk, violet
Base notes: Black amber, cedarwood, vetiver

Concentration: Absolu de Parfum

Perfumer: Jérôme Epinette

Propagation Parfums impression:
Imagine the bright citrus of the original Bal d'Afrique after sunset. Tart blackcurrant and sparkling citrus make the opening juicy and luminous, but the addition of praline quickly gives it a delicious new richness. Sweet and creamy without turning into a traditional overly gourmand dessert fragrance.

Best for:
Year-round wear, daytime, evenings, date nights, special occasions, elevated everyday fragrance. Anyone who loves Bal d'Afrique but wants something richer and longer-lasting.

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