Byredo Bal D'Afrique Eau de Parfum is an olfactory celebration inspired by the Parisian fascination with Africa during the Roaring Twenties. This captivating fragrance embodies the spirit of a liberated, eccentric Parisian woman, drawing parallels to the cultural movements of the era, including the craze for jazz, the Charleston, and iconic figures like Joséphine Baker. Artistic director Ben Gorham has masterfully translated this historical and cultural fusion into a scent that transports the wearer to a world both familiar and exotic.
The fragrance, crafted by the esteemed nose Jérôme Épinette of Robertet, is an enveloping and romantic interpretation of 1920s Paris and its profound admiration for art, music, and dance. It artfully combines the avant-garde spirit of Parisian culture with the vibrant essence of African influences, creating a truly unique aromatic experience. This perfume is designed for those who appreciate a scent that tells a story and evokes a powerful sense of time and place.
Bal d'Afrique is characterized by its harmonious blend of notes that evoke intense lifestyle, euphoria, and excess. The initial burst of African marigold, bergamot, and buchu awakens the senses, leading into a heart of delicate cyclamen and violet. This sophisticated composition makes it an ideal signature scent for individuals seeking a fragrance that is both distinctive and deeply evocative, perfect for both daytime sophistication and evening allure.