Question 1

What's the difference between Bal d'Afrique Absolu and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique Absolu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, Woody, Sweet, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Bal d'Afrique Absolu or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bal d'Afrique Absolu scores 4.45/5 vs Aventus at 4.32/5. Aventus's standout strength: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Bal d'Afrique Absolu and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Citrus, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Black Currant. Aventus: Aventus is respected within the r/fragrance community as a high-performing, universally compliment-worthy fragrance with revolutionary fruity chypre characteristics.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bal d'Afrique Absolu or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Aventus: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Bal d'Afrique Absolu vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Bal d'Afrique Absolu scores highest for spring wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Bal d'Afrique Absolu leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Bal d'Afrique Absolu vs Aventus

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (5)

Uniek voor Bal d'Afrique Absolu (4)

Uniek voor Aventus (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Aventus

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Eigenschap	Bal d'Afrique Absolu	Aventus
Merk	Byredo	Creed
Jaar	2025	2010
Beoordeling	4.45	4.32
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	9	13