Viva Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Ninevah
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some rave about its luxurious, grown-up vanilla, while others are left gagging at a 'hot iron' or 'stinky bomb' scent. Definitely a 'try before you buy' situation to see if you get the good or bad batch.
This discontinued Penhaligon's creation is a sweet, cosy gourmand that's mourned by its loyal fans for its comforting cotton candy and spicy charm, though some find it a bit too fleeting and not entirely unique.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 4% |
| Fruity | 16% | 21% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 60% | 60% |
| Warm | 30% | 20% |
| Woody | 5% | 3% |
| Earthy | 12% | 2% |
| Animalic | 7% | 8% |
| Fresh | 1% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While some find it good for everyday wear, the strong, often heavy vanilla and amber notes mean it's best reserved for evening or colder weather. It's too bold and potentially polarising for office wear, but perfect for a date night where its sensual warmth can shine.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet gourmand profile and reported moderate sillage make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual outings. It's too playful and potentially distracting for office wear and not a good fit for formal events or sport, where something fresher or more sophisticated would be preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla accords and Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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