Black Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and misleadingly named, Black Vanilla is more 'Baby Powder Violet' than 'Dark Vanilla'. Expect a hefty dose of powdery floral notes with a vanilla undercurrent, rather than a rich gourmand. Not a safe blind buy, especially for men, despite its unisex billing.
This is a bubbly, flirty fruity-floral that's undeniably pretty but sometimes lacks originality. Expect a sweet, playful vibe, but brace yourself for polarising musky ambroxan in the dry down that many find cheap or even 'plasticky'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 7% |
| Floral | 31% | 25% |
| Fruity | 20% | 24% |
| Green | 6% | 8% |
| Sweet | 38% | 36% |
| Warm | 4% | 6% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 2% | 1% |
| Animalic | 12% | 10% |
| Fresh | 13% | 14% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its powdery and strong sillage makes it less ideal for a formal office setting where subtlety is key. The comforting, feminine-leaning profile, often described as 'clean' or 'soft', suits casual wear or dates, though its potency requires light application. It's too heavy for sport and lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sweet, fruity, and musky profile makes it great for casual settings and dates, with many reviewers noting its light and feminine feel. However, the divisive musky dry down and sometimes strong sillage could make it less suitable for formal events or the office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Rose, Coconut notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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