Dark Kiss
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Oud Vanille
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive throwback. Some absolutely adore its sweet, dark fruitiness and mysterious edge, finding it surprisingly potent for a Bath & Body Works offering. Others find it overwhelmingly sweet, like 'cough syrup' or 'berry yogurt,' lacking the sophistication they sought.
Oud Vanille is a divisive but ultimately impressive cheapie. While some find it cloying or old-fashioned, most rave about its niche quality and beastly performance for the price. If you can handle a bold, sweet oud-rose, this is an absolute steal.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 8% |
| Floral | 21% | 20% |
| Fruity | 14% | 13% |
| Green | 5% | 1% |
| Sweet | 28% | 28% |
| Warm | 18% | 16% |
| Woody | 9% | 15% |
| Earthy | 11% | 14% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 9% | 6% |
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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong, sweet, and musky profile, which many reviews mention as long-lasting and noticeable, makes it less suitable for office wear. However, these same qualities, particularly the 'sexy' and 'seductive' aspects highlighted by users, position it perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear projection and long-lasting nature, Oud Vanille is far too potent for office wear, where it would overwhelm. It's best suited for evenings and colder weather, making it ideal for date nights and formal events, though its intensity means casual daytime wear should be restricted to minimal sprays.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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