Vanille Havane
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2018 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Il Capriccio del Maestro
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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a divisive but ultimately beloved growler. Some find it a bit much, but those who 'get' it rave about its rich complexity. Don't be fooled by the name; this is not a sweet vanilla, it's a deep, dark, tobacco-laced boozy affair that oozes quality.
If you're after a beast mode version of Ambre Narguile or Angel's Share, this is your jam. It's a sweet, spicy, powerhouse that doesn't just fill a room, it owns it. A safe blind buy for fans of the genre, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 7% |
| Fruity | 10% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 45% | 44% |
| Warm | 29% | 33% |
| Woody | 6% | 8% |
| Earthy | 15% | 13% |
| Animalic | 11% | 8% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and rich, boozy-tobacco profile, this scent is a standout for dates and formal evening events, where it truly shines. It's too assertive for an office and completely out of place for sport, though some might pull it off casually on a cold day.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its 'out of this world' performance and 'thick, chunky sillage', this extrait is far too strong for the office. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events where its commanding presence is an asset, and can be worn casually if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Rum, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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