Question 1

What's the difference between Dear Polly and Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Dear Polly is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vilhelm Parfumerie (2015) dominated by Green accords. Bal d'Afrique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2009) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Green, Fresh.

Question 2

Which is better, Dear Polly or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dear Polly scores 4.02/5 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.

Question 3

Do Dear Polly and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Green, Fresh, Bergamot. Bal d'Afrique: Bal d'Afrique wird weit verbreitet für sein wunderschönes, einzigartiges Duftprofil mit frischen Zitrusnoten und cremiger Süße gelobt und ist ein ausgezeichnetes Signature-Parfum für warmes Wetter.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dear Polly or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique: Absolu version offers improved longevity and performance over original Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Dear Polly vs Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Dear Polly scores highest for spring wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Dear Polly leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.

Dear Polly vs Bal d'Afrique

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Dear Polly (5)

Einzigartig für Bal d'Afrique (6)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

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Eigenschaft	Dear Polly	Bal d'Afrique
Marke	Vilhelm Parfumerie	Byredo
Jahr	2015	2009
Bewertung	4.02	4.15
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	6	7