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Africano

Africano

Inspired By Byredo's Bal d'Afrique

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Step into a world of magic and wonder with Africano - a fragrance that transports you to the majestic land of Africa. Inspired by the iconic Bal d’Afrique from Byredo, Africano is a fragrance that celebrates the beauty and richness of African culture while infusing it with the vibrant energy of Parisian avant-gardism. The result is a truly unique and enchanting scent that will inspire you to live your life to the fullest.

What sets Africano apart from other fragrances is its ability to captivate your senses with its exquisite blend of fresh, floral and woody notes. The fragrance begins with a burst of neroli, African marigold, and bergamot, uplifting your mood and filling the air with a refreshing aura of comfort and joy. As the fragrance begins to settle, it unveils its harmonious core of black amber and Moroccan cedarwood, providing a sense of grounding and earthiness that perfectly compliments the top notes.

One of the key features of Africano is its ability to be worn at any time of day. Whether you need a confidence boost in the morning, a pick-me-up in the afternoon, or a relaxing aroma in the evening, Africano is the perfect fragrance that can accompany you throughout the day. It is also suitable for any occasion, whether you are heading to work, meeting friends, or going on a hot date.

Here are a few key benefits that set Africano apart from other fragrances:

- Long-lasting scent that will stay on for hours, keeping you feeling fresh and rejuvenated all day long.
- Unique blend of African and Parisian cultures, offering a one-of-a-kind fragrance experience that you won't find anywhere else.

In summary, Africano is a fragrance that is perfect for anyone who wants to explore new horizons and experience the magic of Africa. Its uplifting and grounding notes will transport you to a world of wonder, while its long-lasting and unique scent will keep you feeling fresh and inspired throughout the day. Add Africano to your collection today and get ready to explore a new world of fragrance.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 27 reviews
89%
(24)
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(0)
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4%
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SJ
Very good, but missing one key detail!

I have spent some time comparing this fragrance with the original.
- To make this short, almost identical SCENT as Bal D'Afrique, but missing the "perfumey" nature of the original. The citrus notes in opening of original fades very quickly (30 mins), but last much longer in this (90-120 mins) and I like that! Also, I think that AF did a good job matching whatever musks they use in Bal D'Afrique. There is a very unique musk note in Bal D'Afrique which I have not smelled in any other fragrance, and Africano has that same effect on me. However, I do feel that some of the magic from the original is found in the "perfumey and aromatic" nature that is not present in Africano. While Africano is very good, this is one where I will just have to buy the original. (Compare AF's Apple Crumb to PDM Oajan to see, to my nose, an exact clone match)
- There are many clones out there for various fragrances and some come VERY close to what they are trying to clone. I have began to notice a common "feature" that clones higher oil concentration and I think that is sometimes an issue when perfecting a match from clone to original. The clones companies advertise the higher oil-to-alcohol ratio as providing more longevity, which I do agree with, but I feel that sometimes that causes an issue creating an exact match.
- If you want the DNA to see if you would like to buy the original in the future, then get this and see if you like it. I think you will. It's a wonderful scent.

A
Allan Gould
Just ok

I don’t understand what all the hype is about. Alexandria did a 95% close to the original. However the performance of the original is dismal. At retail it’s an absolute ripoff. The scent is close. It’s strictly a skin scent. That said, it it fades quick.. if you like the scent, bring a decant with you for frequent refreshes.

m
mahesh
Disappointing!

Bought a 5ml sample. Hugely disappointing! Settles down into a generic whiff of sweet vanilla essence or similar. For 55ml - it's USD 69! I have NOT tried the original. I would NOT take this for free even! Not even worth using as a bathroom freshener.
Sorry, Hany!

I
Ingrid Apolito
Africano The Best

I gifted a really good friend of mine this fragrance..

B
Bradford Jenkins
A- freakin -Mazing

I Have a sample of the BDA and wanted to compare it to Africano. Africano wins! I wore it today in the 93-degree Houston Tx sun and it held beyond imagination. The more i sweat, the more it projected. I was in the store with my girl, she was on another and she said she overheard some women saying that guy smell good on the other isle. My girl said she followed my scent trail to where i was. I only used 3 sprays from the 10ml traveler for these results. 6 hours later and the scent is just starting to fade.

Description

Africano takes you to the land of magical dance and reminds you to live your life to the fullest in a brilliant bridge between the Parisian avant-gardism and African culture. It starts with Neroli, African marigold and bergamot brilliantly making whiffs of airy pleasures till they they are laid down on a harmonious base of black Amber and Moroccan cedarwood. Inspired by Byredo's Bal d'Afrique and is guaranteed to get you in that state of mind. Time of day: Any

Notes

Cardamom Leather Saffron Cumin Vetiver Patchouli Geranium Bergamot Musk

Customer Reviews

Based on 27 reviews
89%
(24)
7%
(2)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
4%
(1)
S
SJ
Very good, but missing one key detail!

I have spent some time comparing this fragrance with the original.
- To make this short, almost identical SCENT as Bal D'Afrique, but missing the "perfumey" nature of the original. The citrus notes in opening of original fades very quickly (30 mins), but last much longer in this (90-120 mins) and I like that! Also, I think that AF did a good job matching whatever musks they use in Bal D'Afrique. There is a very unique musk note in Bal D'Afrique which I have not smelled in any other fragrance, and Africano has that same effect on me. However, I do feel that some of the magic from the original is found in the "perfumey and aromatic" nature that is not present in Africano. While Africano is very good, this is one where I will just have to buy the original. (Compare AF's Apple Crumb to PDM Oajan to see, to my nose, an exact clone match)
- There are many clones out there for various fragrances and some come VERY close to what they are trying to clone. I have began to notice a common "feature" that clones higher oil concentration and I think that is sometimes an issue when perfecting a match from clone to original. The clones companies advertise the higher oil-to-alcohol ratio as providing more longevity, which I do agree with, but I feel that sometimes that causes an issue creating an exact match.
- If you want the DNA to see if you would like to buy the original in the future, then get this and see if you like it. I think you will. It's a wonderful scent.

A
Allan Gould
Just ok

I don’t understand what all the hype is about. Alexandria did a 95% close to the original. However the performance of the original is dismal. At retail it’s an absolute ripoff. The scent is close. It’s strictly a skin scent. That said, it it fades quick.. if you like the scent, bring a decant with you for frequent refreshes.

m
mahesh
Disappointing!

Bought a 5ml sample. Hugely disappointing! Settles down into a generic whiff of sweet vanilla essence or similar. For 55ml - it's USD 69! I have NOT tried the original. I would NOT take this for free even! Not even worth using as a bathroom freshener.
Sorry, Hany!

I
Ingrid Apolito
Africano The Best

I gifted a really good friend of mine this fragrance..

B
Bradford Jenkins
A- freakin -Mazing

I Have a sample of the BDA and wanted to compare it to Africano. Africano wins! I wore it today in the 93-degree Houston Tx sun and it held beyond imagination. The more i sweat, the more it projected. I was in the store with my girl, she was on another and she said she overheard some women saying that guy smell good on the other isle. My girl said she followed my scent trail to where i was. I only used 3 sprays from the 10ml traveler for these results. 6 hours later and the scent is just starting to fade.

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