Is Oil Perfumery Byredo Vanille Antique a dupe of Byredo Vanille Antique?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your average vanilla; it's a deep dive into an olfactory antique shop. Loved by many for its unique, non-gourmand take, though some find it weirdly metallic or too austere. Definitely not a blind buy.
Byredo Vanille Antique is a rich vanilla-centric fragrance with a niche appeal, offering a warm but elegant aroma.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct, 'antique' character make it a bit much for most office environments, though it could work for a creative setting. It truly shines for dates and evening events, offering a sensual, sophisticated aura. While suitable for casual wear in cooler weather, it leans too rich for sport.
Seasons
The rich, warm vanilla and spicy notes make it ideal for cooler months, while sweet and amber facets work well in milder Spring weather.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sensual vanilla aroma make it suitable for dates, while it can also fit casual or formal settings if applied lightly.
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 6 notes, including Amber, Vanilla, Labdanum
Adds musk and plum, drops benzoin and cedar
Where to buy
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International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work