Byredo Bal d’Afrique Absolu – Floral Woody | Decant Sample

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Bal d’Afrique Absolu – Floral Woody

Byredo Bal d’Afrique Absolu is a rich, luminous evolution of the iconic Bal d’Afrique — Byredo’s ode to Africa’s warmth, vitality, and multicultural spirit, inspired by Ben Gorham’s father’s travels across the continent. In Absolu concentration, every note is deepened and intensified into something truly unforgettable, now available to try in a decant sample.

The opening arrives with the sun-drenched brightness of Bergamot and Lemon, lifted by the dark, jammy depth of a Blackcurrant Accord — a luminous, citrus-forward burst that immediately commands attention. The heart shimmers with the soft, powdery elegance of a Violet Accord, the delicate, watery freshness of Cyclamen, and the skin-close warmth of a Musks Accord — an airy, evolving floral core that keeps the composition alive and beautifully dynamic. The base settles into the dry, resinous warmth of Cedarwood, the smoky, earthy depth of Vetiver, and the dark, resinous richness of a Black Amber Accord — leaving a trail that is warm, grounding, and unmistakably luxurious.

Fragrance Notes

Bergamot · Lemon · Blackcurrant Accord · Violet Accord · Cyclamen · Musks Accord · Cedarwood · Vetiver · Black Amber Accord

Fragrance Details

Fragrance Family: Floral • Woody • Citrus
House: Byredo
Gender: Unisex
Concentration: Absolu

Why You'll Love It

• ✔ A Byredo icon reimagined — deeper, more intense, and more enveloping
• ✔ Absolu concentration delivers exceptional longevity and projection
• ✔ Luminous citrus opening transitions into a rich, earthy base
• ✔ Try before committing to a full bottle — risk-free sampling

Perfect For

Try before you buy · Warm weather & summer evenings · Date night · Gifting · Bal d’Afrique lovers

This is an authentic decant sample. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Scent Rush is not affiliated with Byredo.