Question 1

What's the difference between Oxford and Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Oxford is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ruth Mastenbroek (2015) dominated by Aromatic 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: Aromatic, Green, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Oxford or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oxford scores 4.40/5 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 Oxford and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Aromatic, Green, Woody, Bergamot, Vetiver. 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, Oxford 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 Oxford vs Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

Oxford scores highest for fall wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Oxford leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.

Oxford vs Bal d'Afrique

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für Oxford (9)

Einzigartig für Bal d'Afrique (5)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

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Community-Stimmungspuls — Bal d'Afrique

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Eigenschaft	Oxford	Bal d'Afrique
Marke	Ruth Mastenbroek	Byredo
Jahr	2015	2009
Bewertung	4.40	4.15
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	11	7