What's the difference between Comme des Garcons 2 and Bal d'Afrique?+
Comme des Garcons 2 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comme des Garcons (1999) dominated by Aromatic 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, Woody, Fresh, Floral.
Which is better, Comme des Garcons 2 or Bal d'Afrique?+
By community rating, Comme des Garcons 2 scores 4.18/5 vs Bal d'Afrique at 4.15/5. On r/fragrance, Comme des Garcons 2 sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Bal d'Afrique is 6.8/10 (mixed). Comme des Garcons 2's standout strength: Distinctive aldehydic opening with prominent ink note. 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 Comme des Garcons 2 and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?+
They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, Woody, Fresh, Floral, Vetiver. Comme des Garcons 2: The r/fragrance community views CDG 2 as a distinctive niche fragrance with an interesting aldehydic-ink profile, but consensus suggests it has been reformulated for the worse over time. 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, Comme des Garcons 2 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 Comme des Garcons 2 vs Bal d'Afrique?+
Comme des Garcons 2 scores highest for fall wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Comme des Garcons 2 leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.
