Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum

4.5 (13)
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Product Details

Web ID: 5615398

Key Notes

- Top notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Blackcurrant Accord
- Middle notes: Musks Accord, Praline Accord, Violet Accord
- Base notes: Cedarwood, Vetiver, Black Amber Accord

  • Fragrance Family

    Woody Fruity

  • About The Fragrance

    Bal d'Afrique Absolu reimagines the iconic scent with a more gourmand intensity, heightening the contrast between vibrant lightness and addictive depth, paying tribute to founder Ben Gorham's personal memories and the vibrant artistic influence of African culture. This reinterpretation elevates the gourmand notes of Bal d'Afrique to an addictive level, all surrounding a heart of sweet praline. Notes of bergamot, lemon and blackcurrant offer a bold vibrance before melting into praline, sweet musks and violet. A woody blend of cedar and vetiver add depth and drama to the base, with warm black amber extending the gourmand push of the praline right to the very end.

  • About The Bottle

    The Absolu de Parfum is held in a redesigned bottle, an homage to craftsmanship. Embodying the deep intensity and transformation, the textured cap, inspired by Yakisugi, the Japanese art of charring wood, opens to reveal the atomizer spray, complementing the bottle's elemental design and the clean curves of the glass that shows the intense color of the fragrance within.

  • How To Use It

    To be sprayed on the skin and/or clothes.

  • Features

    • Items sold separately.
    • Made in Spain

  • Shipping & Returns

    • Our Normal Gift Boxing is not available for these items.
    • California and Minnesota customers call 1-800-777-0000 for free shipping information.
    You have 30 days to return most Bloomingdale's purchases. The Final Offer items are Final Sale and cannot be returned. For complete details, see our Shipping and Returns policies.

Ratings & Reviews

4.5/5

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On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Average.

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BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz. This review is from BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz.
rosanalr_3313
6 days ago
Incentivized review

The only way

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Ana
12 days ago
from Orlando

This one has unquestionably become my number 1

BYREDO Bal d’Afrique Absolu de Parfum is a truly breathtaking scent. From the first spray, it feels transportive—like being carried to beautiful places I’ve never been, yet somehow deeply recognize. The fragrance is warm, luminous, and sophisticated, unfolding with an effortless balance that feels both adventurous and refined. It’s the kind of perfume that leaves a lasting impression, not just on the skin, but on the senses and the imagination

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Alicia
14 days ago

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

Sweeter and stronger version that OG

I own and love the OG Bal d Afrique but hate that it doesn’t last the longest so I have to layer with the matching lotion/hair mist. The Absolut version is sweeter with the praline note and def has stronger projection/longevity. I will use the Absolut version more in the Fall/Winter and my OG bottle in Spring/Summer!

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

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ProfessionalSoulChild
24 days ago

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

Blind delight

I purchased MG Absolu with one smell at the Grove last year. I recently experienced Bal D’Afrique at the Intercontinental in Chicago as their toiletries choice and fell in love. I decided to go with the Absolu based on the MG Abs difference. Such a good choice! It is bolder than the original, however that’s to be expected with an Absolu. A spray directly on the skin on the neck, radial pulse, and sternum did it. I sprayed it about an hour prior to being in a medical setting and could not even smell it (that’s a good thing, btw). Others got just a whisper of it in my presence and the compliments ensued. As with the MG and MG A, the Vetiver lotion was a beautiful complement. I also tried the MG lotion and the BDA Absolut and it was interesting but not awful! If you enjoy a subtly rich scent, grab this one. Bloomies also packaged this up beautifully and sent it at lighting speed! They never disappoint. The spray from 0500 is still emulating beautifully at 1600! Treat your soul.

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

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BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz. This review is from BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz.
External reviewer
1 month ago

Best scent and with longer duration!

Love seeing BYREDO being sold at Macy's

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Kunduz
1 month ago

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

Bal d'Afrique

Bal d'Afrique is not just a perfume, it's a mood, confidence without loudness, elegance without effort. It lasts on the skin remarkably long yet never overwhelms it changes, as if alive. I wear it on the days when I want inspiration, not just a scent.

On average, customers rate the Scent of this item as Intense.

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Scent lover
2 months ago
from washington DC

Unforgettable!!

Unforgettable!! It’s fresh, sensual and beautiful!! Every time i wear it both men and women compliment me and express how beautiful my scent it.

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BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz. This review is from BYREDO Bal d'Afrique Absolu de Parfum 3.4 oz.
Tec
2 months ago
from Los Angeles

amazing

The best fragrance I’ve ever bought, clean and sophisticated

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