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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, perplexing, and utterly unique, Brioche Vanille is a wild ride. Don't blind buy unless you like smelling of a Christmas bakery in a forest. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, so sample before you commit.
This one's a crowd-pleaser for Zoologist, ditching the beastly for a beautifully comforting, cozy vanilla. While some find it a bit safe or linear, for many, it's a hug in a bottle, perfect for autumn days and warm memories. A gentle, approachable charmer, though performance can be a whisper.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 7% |
| Floral | 12% | 16% |
| Fruity | 1% | 4% |
| Green | 9% | 11% |
| Sweet | 44% | 29% |
| Warm | 17% | 19% |
| Woody | 14% | 15% |
| Earthy | 7% | 10% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 14% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its distinctive gourmand-woody profile, paired with reports of strong projection, makes it a poor choice for the office. However, its cozy and unique character is well-suited for casual wear, especially in colder weather, and could be an intriguing choice for a date night. The 'yeasty' and 'bready' notes lower its suitability for formal settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Harvest Mouse is generally considered office-safe due to its gentle projection and inoffensive nature. Its cozy, comforting accords make it ideal for casual wear, though its subtlety and warmth also suit a relaxed date. It's less appropriate for formal events or sport due to its intimate sillage and warm profile.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Amber, Woody accords and Fir Resin, Benzoin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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