Is Alexandria Fragrances Vanilla Six a dupe of Tom Ford Vanilla Sex?
Vanilla Sex EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Vanilla Six Extrait
Vanilla Sex boasts a bold, borderline challenging animalic vanilla, while Vanilla Six offers a smoother, creamier, more accessible sweetness. The Tom Ford is divisive and demands a full wear-test due to its polarizing nature. In contrast, Alexandria Fragrances' creation leans into a luxurious, crowd-pleasing vanilla experience. Price also sets them apart; Vanilla Sex sits in the ultra-luxury tier, while Vanilla Six is far more budget-friendly. If you want a statement vanilla, go with Tom Ford. If you prefer a comforting, versatile vanilla, choose Alexandria Fragrances.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Vanilla Sex
- Vanilla Six
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a bold, statement-making fragrance.
- You enjoy challenging and unique vanilla scents.
- You don't mind polarizing fragrances.
- Price is not a significant factor for you.
- You prefer a smooth, creamy vanilla fragrance.
- You want a versatile and comforting scent.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly option.
- You want a fragrance that is crowd-pleasing.
Tom Ford's Vanilla Sex is ridiculously divisive - a love-it-or-hate-it scent that some find heavenly and others, frankly, disgusting. It's a bold, animalic vanilla that absolutely demands a full wear-test before you splash out.
Vanilla Six envelops you in a luxurious, creamy sweetness perfect for intimate occasions.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Almond
100%
Lavender
100%
Cinnamon
100%
Sandalwood
25%
vs
9%
Vanilla
25%
vs
30%
Tonka Bean
25%
vs
15%
Animalic
25%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its strong sillage, animalic facets, and often polarising nature, this isn't one for the office or casual settings where subtlety is preferred. It's clearly designed for intimate, sensual encounters, making it an ideal choice for a date, though perhaps too much for a formal event.
Seasons
Vanilla Six's warm and rich notes are ideal for cooler temperatures. Its vanilla and amber base makes it suited for fall and winter wears, while it can serve in spring but might be heavy for summer days.
Occasions
The sweet and sensual accords of Vanilla Six make it an excellent choice for dates and formal occasions. It can be used casually but might be overpowering in close office settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 8 notes, including Sandalwood, Vanilla, Tonka Bean
Adds amber and benzoin, drops almond and animalic
Where to buy
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