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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't for everyone - a divisive gourmand that leans into its saccharine heart. If you love sweet almond and marzipan, you'll be chuffed. If not, it might end up as a very posh room spray.
Un Bois Vanille is the non-gourmand vanilla for those who usually swerve the sweet stuff. Its unique woody-waxy warmth is divisive, often sparking love-it-or-hate-it debates, particularly concerning longevity. Some call it an absolute masterpiece, others a forgettable 'candle'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 6% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 63% | 50% |
| Warm | 16% | 15% |
| Woody | 11% | 16% |
| Earthy | 5% | 7% |
| Animalic | 8% | 13% |
| Fresh | 3% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong gourmand profile and reported sweetness, this is best suited for casual wear or a fun date. It's likely too intense and dessert-like for a formal setting or an office environment, and certainly not for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intimate projection and creamy, mature vanilla make it generally suitable for many occasions, especially cooler weather and more personal settings. While some find it office-friendly due to its softer sillage, the distinct beeswax and licorice might be too unique for highly formal environments or sporty activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Woody accords and Vanilla, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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