Bal d’Afrique Absolu by Byredo is a sweet-fruity woody fragrance for men and women released in 2025. It combines vibrant citrus freshness with creamy gourmand notes and a warm woody base, creating a rich, modern scent profile that feels luxurious, addictive, and effortlessly refined.
Notes
Top: Blackcurrant, Bergamot, Lemon
Heart: Praliné, Musk, Violet
Base: Black Amber, Vetiver, Cedarwood
The fragrance opens with a bright burst of bergamot and lemon, delivering a crisp citrus freshness that immediately feels vibrant and energetic. Blackcurrant adds a juicy fruity sweetness that gives the opening a richer and slightly deeper character compared to the original Bal d’Afrique. As it develops, the heart introduces creamy praline, blending with soft musk and powdery violet to create a smooth, almost velvety texture that feels warm and addictive. In the dry-down, black amber, cedarwood, and vetiver provide depth and structure, adding a woody warmth that balances the sweetness while maintaining a clean, elegant finish. The overall effect is a sweet-fruity woody fragrance with a creamy citrus character that feels modern, comforting, and more intense than the original while still remaining versatile and refined.
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3 ml Roll On Oil, 6 ml Roll On Oil, 12 ml Roll On Oil, 30 ml Extrait Spray, 50 ml Extrait Spray, 100 ml Extrait Spray |
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