Blackbird vs Bal d'Afrique

The community views Olympic Orchids as a respected indie house with exceptional value and unique, experimental fragrances. While some scents are polarizing and require sampling first, the brand is praised for reasonable pricing, diverse offerings, and Ellen Covey's talented perfumery work.

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. However, the community consensus is tempered by significant concerns about poor longevity and weak projection, which many feel don't justify its premium price, recommending samples before purchase.