Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Melancolia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2014) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Bal d'Afrique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2009) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, Green, Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Melancolia or Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Melancolia scores 3.64/5 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 Melancolia and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, Green, Woody, Powdery, Bergamot. 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.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Melancolia 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 Melancolia vs Bal d'Afrique?

Accepted Answer

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

Melancolia vs Bal d'Afrique

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Melancolia (5)

Uniek voor Bal d'Afrique (6)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Bal d'Afrique

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Eigenschap	Melancolia	Bal d'Afrique
Merk	Les Liquides Imaginaires	Byredo
Jaar	2014	2009
Beoordeling	3.64	4.15
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	6	7