Vanilla Sex
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2016 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Jasmins Marzipane
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Tom Ford's Vanilla Sex is ridiculously divisive - a love-it-or-hate-it scent that some find heavenly and others, frankly, disgusting. It's a bold, animalic vanilla that absolutely demands a full wear-test before you splash out.
This Ropion creation is a divisive one. For many, it's a stellar, natural jasmine with soft, creamy nuances, but others find it a "jasmine bomb" lacking the promised marzipan and even detecting a harsh, synthetic edge. Not a safe blind buy given the price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 23% | 24% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 38% | 40% |
| Warm | 8% | 8% |
| Woody | 19% | 21% |
| Earthy | 8% | 2% |
| Animalic | 13% | 17% |
| Fresh | 1% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its strong sillage, animalic facets, and often polarising nature, this isn't one for the office or casual settings where subtlety is preferred. It's clearly designed for intimate, sensual encounters, making it an ideal choice for a date, though perhaps too much for a formal event.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
While many appreciate its elegance for daily wear or warmer evenings, its potential for strong projection and sometimes perceived 'heady' quality means it might be a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its overall sophisticated and romantic character makes it suitable for dates and upscale casual events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Vanilla accords and Sandalwood, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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