What's the difference between Rose de Taif and Bal d'Afrique?+
Rose de Taif is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perris Monte Carlo (2013) dominated by Rose accords. Bal d'Afrique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2009) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Aromatic, Floral, Powdery.
Which is better, Rose de Taif or Bal d'Afrique?+
By community rating, Rose de Taif scores 3.88/5 vs Bal d'Afrique at 4.15/5. On r/fragrance, Rose de Taif sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Bal d'Afrique is 6.8/10 (mixed). Rose de Taif's standout strength: Highly transportive and evocative scent profile. 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 Rose de Taif and Bal d'Afrique smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Rose de Taif: Rose de Taif by Perris Monte Carlo is rarely mentioned in the r/fragrance community's discussions, making it difficult to establish a strong consensus. 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, Rose de Taif 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 Rose de Taif vs Bal d'Afrique?+
Rose de Taif scores highest for spring wear; Bal d'Afrique scores highest for spring wear. Rose de Taif leans daytime, Bal d'Afrique leans daytime.
