Inspired by founder Ben Gorham's personal connection to Africa, particularly his father's experiences traveling and living there, Ben Gorham created Bal d'Afrique as an imaginary journey and a celebration of Africa's rich cultural impact on dance, art, and music.

Intensifying the gourmand aspect of Bal d'Afrique, this reimagined composition sharpens the contrast between vibrant lightness and addictive depth, offering a richer and more immersive experience. Notes of bergamot, lemon, and blackcurrant offer a bold vibe, merging with the sweetness of praline, musks, and violet, and finishing on a dramatic base of cedar, vetiver, and warm black amber.

Beyond the fragrance, the homage to craftsmanship is reflected in the newly redesigned Absolu de Parfum bottle. The textured cap, inspired by Yakisugi, the Japanese art of charring wood, embodies the profound intensity, transformation, and lasting strength that mirror the essence of Absolu. The silver and gold atomizer completes the fragrance. The spray, with its industrial touch, complements the minimalist design of the bottle and the smooth curves of the glass. Inside the bottle, the hue of Absolu de Parfum intensifies, offering a visual clue to the rich concentration of fragrance within.