Side-by-side comparison of Dubai Indigo by Bond No 9 and Bal d'Afrique by Byredo
Bond No 9
Byredo
| Attribute | Dubai Indigo | Bal d'Afrique |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bond No 9 | Byredo |
| Year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Rating | 4.01 | 4.15 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 10 | 7 |
22 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
9.2
/10
The community overwhelmingly praised this collection as one of the finest they've encountered, with exceptional curation and organization of luxury fragrances. While universally admired for its scope and quality, some members questioned the practicality and justification of such an expensive collection, though most respected the collector's passion and knowledge of the fragrance world.
55 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.8
/10
Bal d'Afrique is widely praised for its beautiful, unique scent profile with fresh citrus and creamy sweetness, making it an excellent signature fragrance for warm weather. However, the community consensus is tempered by significant concerns about poor longevity and weak projection, which many feel don't justify its premium price, recommending samples before purchase.