On a scent journey with the most delicious perfume: Byredo x Bal d'Afrique
Join us on a fragrance journey, this time with the wonderfully scented brand Byredo. The Swedish label, founded in 2006 by Ben Gorham, isn't just about "smelling good." Gorham isn't a perfumer by training, but an artist. He studied fine arts and wanted to capture memories – not in paintings, but in perfume. That's how Byredo was born. The name comes from by redolence: through scent, through memory. We find it beautiful. With his Indian roots (his mother is from India), he blends warm, spicy influences with Scandinavian freshness.
That's why Byredo fragrances don't start with ingredients, but with a story: travel, cities, memories, and encounters. Think Mumbai Noise, De Los Santos, or Bal d'Afrique. The minimalist bottles (clear glass, white label, black cap) underscore this idea: no distractions, let the scent do the work.
This time in the spotlight: Bal d'AfriqueA warm, romantic vetiver fragrance inspired by 20s Paris with African influences. A sparkling opening of neroli (think orange blossom) and marigold, followed by violet for a powdery softness, and a woody base of cedar that lingers. Elegant yet cheerful, chic yet sunny – a fragrance that fits equally well in a Parisian hotel room as it does in your toiletry bag bound for South Africa. And at home, to cherish the memories of that trip for years to come. Truly delightful.
By the way, you don't have to stop at just the perfume. There's so much more where Bal d'Afrique originated: shower gel, hair perfume, hand cream, body cream—get the whole arsenal. All equally delicious and available at Skins.
