African Art Express
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 1975 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Grey Flannel
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Perfume Parlour's Express 30 ml format of the African Art dupe of Byredo Bal d'Afrique (2009). The same Jerome Epinette pyramid - bergamot, marigold, violet, vetiver - in PP's small-format pour-on variant for travel and trial. Honest dupe-fidelity at a sample-able size.
Grey Flannel is a true legend, still sparking heated debate decades on. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive green-floral powerhouse for those who dare to be different. Not for the faint-hearted, nor for those who prefer their scents sweet.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 65% | 17% |
| Floral | 60% | 25% |
| Fruity | 10% | 1% |
| Green | 55% | 22% |
| Sweet | 30% | 15% |
| Warm | 20% | 3% |
| Woody | 70% | 14% |
| Earthy | 60% | 17% |
| Animalic | 5% | 1% |
| Fresh | 65% | 17% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Identical season profile to the standard African Art - bergamot-marigold opening and violet-vetiver-cedar close are spring-summer naturals, with autumn carry. Less suited to winter.
Occasions
Clean unisex woody-floral with intimate sillage in a 30ml travel format - ideal for handbag, commute, and casual day. Office and afternoon date both viable.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct, 'old money' floral-green character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might be too strong and attention-grabbing. However, its mature, clean, and unique profile makes it excellent for formal events or a sophisticated date, particularly in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Powdery, Green accords and Violet, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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