Paris Corner 2023

Emir Vibrant Vetiver Delight

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Opens with Amalfi Lemon, Tagetes, Black Currant, and Bergamot lending an immediate elegance deepening through a woody heart of Violet, Cyclamen, and Jasmine over a dry, grounded base of Vetiver, Amber, Musk, and Virginia Cedar.

The bloodline

Bal d'AfriqueByredoStrong

This bottle carries the Bal d'Afrique DNA. Shares 8 notes with the original.

bergamotvioletjasminecyclamencedarvetiver+2 more

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Bal d'Afrique by Byredo. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
fall
spring
Wear for
everyday
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Emir Vibrant Vetiver Delight bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FloralCitrusFruityBitterFreshGreenPowderySweet

Longevity

7h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
Amalfi Lemon
Amalfi Lemon
Tagetes
Tagetes
Black Currant
Black Currant
Bergamot
Bergamot
A
African Orange Blossom
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours
Vetiver
Vetiver
Amber
Amber
Musk
Musk
V
Virginia Cedar

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Emir Vibrant Vetiver Delight is widely considered inspired by Byredo Bal d'Afrique, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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