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Which Should You Buy?
This is Guerlain's legendary vanilla, but it's a divisive one. Many find it exquisite, a rich and boozy dream, while others rage about its weak performance and high price. You might love it, or you might find yourself anosmic to its charms entirely. Sample first, and pray your nose isn't broken.
A creamy, intense vanilla-iris bomb that's an absolute magnet for compliments, though some find it a bit too familiar. If you're after beast-mode performance and a luxurious, warm embrace, this is a must-try. Just be ready for the comparison critiques.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 6% |
| Floral | 25% | 24% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 33% | 34% |
| Warm | 23% | 25% |
| Woody | 12% | 8% |
| Earthy | 8% | 11% |
| Animalic | 4% | 0% |
| Fresh | 7% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Spiritueuse Double Vanille is an intimate fragrance, perfect for close encounters like dates where its subtle projection is an asset. Its rich, warm nature and luxurious feel make it suitable for formal settings and dressed-up casual wear, but its intimacy and cost mean it's not well-suited for the office or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its extrait concentration and 'beast-mode' performance, it's too potent for most office settings. However, its sophisticated warmth and compliment-getting nature make it ideal for dates and evening formal events, and comforting enough for casual winter wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Benzoin, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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