Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum vs Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Bal à Versailles

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1962	Year	2024
££	Price Tier	£

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Bal à Versailles is properly divisive, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that’s not for the faint of heart. Original formulations, adored by Michael Jackson, are hailed as masterpieces - rich, complex, and seductively ‘naughty’. But be warned, modern versions might leave you longing for that vintage magic, or worse, with just a whiff of talcum powder or cat pee.

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Our Verdict - Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

This is very much a 'love it or hate it' scent, with strong opinions on both sides. Some hail it as a cheap PDM dupe that improves with maceration, others find it a "jumbled mess" of synthetic, funky notes. Approach with caution and an open mind, as this one is definitely not for everyone.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	13%
Floral	25%	23%
Fruity	2%	3%
Green	8%	5%
Sweet	21%	25%
Warm	9%	11%
Woody	15%	13%
Earthy	11%	14%
Animalic	14%	12%
Fresh	12%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Bal à Versailles EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Mandarin 10% vs 21%

Bergamot 10% vs 20%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Rose 13% Jasmine 12% Orange Blossom 12% Neroli 11% Rosemary 11% Redcurrant Leaf 10% Lemon 10%

Only in Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Almond 38% Rainwater 21%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Leather 15% Ylang-Ylang 13% Sandalwood 13% Orris 13% Patchouli 13% Lilac 11% Vetiver 11% Lily Of The Valley 10%

Only in Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Civet 28% Geranium 20% Rose 18% Water Lily 17% Gardenia 16%

Shared Notes

Amber 13% vs 9%

Vanilla 12% vs 11%

Only in Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Civet 15% Resin 15% Tolu Balsam 13% Benzoin 13% Musk 11% Cedar 8%

Only in Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Oud 15% Guaiac Wood 14% Sandalwood 11% Coffee 10% Oakmoss 10% Patchouli 10% Pink Pepper 8%

Accords

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

64%

Woody

100%

72%

Powdery

58%

Almond

62%

58%

Animalic

61%

Oud

60%

58%

Musky

52%

Balsamic

52%

Warm Spicy

52%

50%

White Floral

50%

Vanilla

49%

Nutty

49%

48%

Sweet

Fruity

47%

Amber

100%

Woody shared

64%

100%

Powdery shared

72%

58%

Almond

62%

Animalic shared

58%

61%

Oud

60%

Musky shared

58%

52%

Balsamic

52%

Warm Spicy shared

52%

White Floral

50%

Vanilla shared

50%

49%

Nutty

49%

Sweet

48%

Fruity

47%

Performance

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Bal à Versailles Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its potent projection and animalic accords make it unsuitable for office or sport. However, the opulent, amber-heavy profile and "naughty" or "sexy" sentiment from reviews make it perfect for dates and evening formal events.

Detour Noir Exclusif Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and unique, dark profile make it less suitable for office wear, where it might be too intrusive. However, its sophisticated and bold character, especially after maceration, is excellent for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual daytime use given its intensity.