Byredo Bal d’Afrique

10ml/Byredo Bal d’Afrique

An Homage to the Parisian Jazz Age and the Golden Era of African Culture.

Bal d’Afrique is a fragrance that exists at the intersection of memory and celebration. Conjured from the archives of founder Ben Gorham, it is a luminous tribute to the late 1920s Parisian art scene and the transformative influence of African culture, music, and dance that captivated it.

This scent is not a recreation of a place, but the essence of a feeling—the gilded, joyful energy of a legendary ballroom dance. It opens with a sun-drenched burst of Moroccan Cedarwood and vibrant Black Amber, creating an immediate sense of warmth and sophistication. The heart unfolds into a delicate, powdery-soft bouquet of African Marigold and Cyclamen, touched by the creamy sweetness of Vetiver. The base, a distinctive fusion of Amber and Musk, feels both clean and sensual, leaving a soft, skin-hugging trail that is endlessly comforting yet intriguingly complex.

Elegant, modern, and effortlessly chic, Bal d’Afrique is a unisex fragrance for those who carry their own light. It is the scent of cultured nostalgia and unspoken confidence.

Fragrance Notes:

• Top Notes: Moroccan Cedarwood, Black Amber, Bergamot

• Heart Notes: African Marigold, Cyclamen, Vetiver

• Base Notes: Amber, Musk, Cashmeran