WS-JD-1962

Bal à Versailles

1962Men

amber up front, then powdery, settling into woody.

Bal à Versailles by Jean Desprez is a Oriental fragrance for women. Bal à Versailles was launched in 1962. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean Desprez. Top notes are Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rosemary, Neroli, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Cassia and Lemon; middle notes are Leather, Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood,…

amber powdery woody animalic

Nose: Jean Desprez

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rosemary, Neroli, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Cassia, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Leather, Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood, Orris Root, Patchouli, Lilac, Vetiver, Lily-of-the-Valley
Drydown· 6h+
Civet, Resins, Tolu Balsam, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Musk, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

61%

49%

42%

41%

33%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter41%Fall39%Spring12%Summer8%Night69%Day31%Wears unisex47%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Bal à Versailles smell like?

amber up front, then powdery, settling into woody. Dominant accords: amber, powdery, woody.

What notes are in Bal à Versailles?

Top: Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rosemary, Neroli, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Cassia, Lemon. Heart: Leather, Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood, Orris Root, Patchouli, Lilac, Vetiver, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Civet, Resins, Tolu Balsam, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Musk, Cedar.

How long does Bal à Versailles last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Bal à Versailles loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Bal à Versailles best for?

Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Bal à Versailles?

Night wear leads at 69%. Day is a secondary pick at 31%.

Is Bal à Versailles for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 47% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Bal à Versailles?

Composed by Jean Desprez. Released in 1962.