Question 1

What's the difference between Colony and Bal à Versailles?

Accepted Answer

Colony is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (1938) dominated by Woody accords. Bal à Versailles is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Desprez (1962) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Musky, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Colony or Bal à Versailles?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Colony scores 4.38/5 vs Bal à Versailles at 4.15/5. Bal à Versailles's standout strength: Considered a favorite by experienced collectors with refined taste. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Colony and Bal à Versailles smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Musky, Amber, Ylang Ylang, Vetiver. Bal à Versailles: Bal à Versailles é considerado positivamente pela comunidade r/fragrance como um perfume niche de qualidade digno de estar em coleções sérias.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Colony or Bal à Versailles?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Colony vs Bal à Versailles?

Accepted Answer

Colony scores highest for spring wear; Bal à Versailles scores highest for winter wear. Colony leans daytime, Bal à Versailles leans evening.

Colony vs Bal à Versailles

Resumo da comparação

Notas em comum (4)

Exclusivas de Colony (5)

Exclusivas de Bal à Versailles (21)

Acordes em comum (3)

Perguntas frequentes

Pulso do sentimento da comunidade — Bal à Versailles

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Atributo	Colony	Bal à Versailles
Marca	Jean Patou	Jean Desprez
Ano	1938	1962
Avaliação	4.38	4.15
Concentração	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	26