What's the difference between Latte Pistachio and Bal d'Afrique?+
Latte Pistachio is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from New Notes (2025) dominated by Woody accords. Bal d'Afrique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2009) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Powdery.
Which is better, Latte Pistachio or Bal d'Afrique?+
By community rating, Latte Pistachio scores 3.68/5 vs Bal d'Afrique at 4.15/5. Bal d'Afrique's standout strength: Beautiful, unique scent with fresh citrus and creamy sweetness. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Latte Pistachio and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Bal d'Afrique: 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.
Which lasts longer, Latte Pistachio or Bal d'Afrique?+
Bal d'Afrique: Absolu version offers improved longevity and performance over original Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Latte Pistachio vs Bal d'Afrique?+
Latte Pistachio scores highest for fall wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Latte Pistachio leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.
