Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum vs Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Spiritueuse Double Vanille

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2007	Year	2011
£££££	Price Tier	££

Madly Kenzo!

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum

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.

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Our Verdict - Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Madly Kenzo! is a true head-scratcher; a divisive scent that's either a unique, comfortable incense dream or an acrid, overwhelming mess, depending on your skin chemistry and tolerance for the unusual. It’s certainly not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	3%
Floral	25%	27%
Fruity	3%	2%
Green	2%	0%
Sweet	33%	26%
Warm	23%	24%
Woody	12%	12%
Earthy	8%	6%
Animalic	4%	11%
Fresh	7%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Spiritueuse Double Vanille EdP

Madly Kenzo! EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 32% vs 59%

Only in Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum

Incense 39% Bergamot 28%

Only in Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Orange Blossom 41%

Shared Notes

Rose 23% vs 22%

Only in Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum

Cedar 28% Ylang-Ylang 26% Jasmine 22%

Only in Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Incense 46% Heliotrope 32%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 55% vs 32%

Only in Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum

Benzoin 45%

Only in Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Cedar 35% Musk 33%

Accords

Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

100%

Vanilla

94%

52%

Powdery

100%

91%

Amber

99%

51%

Smoky

91%

Musky

83%

58%

Woody

77%

46%

Soft Spicy

77%

58%

Balsamic

73%

52%

Sweet

66%

White Floral

64%

58%

Warm Spicy

45%

Yellow Floral

Vanilla shared

100%

94%

Powdery shared

52%

100%

Amber shared

91%

99%

Smoky shared

51%

91%

Musky

83%

Woody shared

58%

77%

Soft Spicy shared

46%

77%

Balsamic shared

58%

73%

Sweet shared

52%

66%

White Floral

64%

Warm Spicy

58%

Yellow Floral

45%

Performance

Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Spiritueuse Double Vanille Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

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.

Madly Kenzo! Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

While some report good longevity and sillage, it's generally considered soft enough for casual wear and shines in intimate settings. The warm, smoky incense and powdery notes make it less suitable for formal events or sports, as it can feel a bit heavy.