What's the difference between 00 Auriel and Bal d'Afrique?+
00 Auriel is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Odin (2015) dominated by Fruity 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: Aromatic, Green.
Which is better, 00 Auriel or Bal d'Afrique?+
By community rating, 00 Auriel scores 4.00/5 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.
Do 00 Auriel and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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.
Which lasts longer, 00 Auriel or Bal d'Afrique?+
Bal d'Afrique: Absolu version offers improved longevity and performance over original Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits 00 Auriel vs Bal d'Afrique?+
00 Auriel scores highest for fall wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. 00 Auriel leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.
