Van Py Rhum
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2007 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pure Vanilla
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a bold, divisive, love-it-or-hate-it vanilla bomb that swings between boozy delight and cloying overdose. If you're after a dark, sweet, and unique statement scent, this might just be your intoxicating potion, provided you can handle the intensity.
Don't let the name fool you. Pure Vanilla is a surprisingly complex blend of vanilla, powder, and patchouli that divides opinion. It's either a cozy, sophisticated vanilla dream or a powdery, dated nightmare. Sample it first to see which side you land on.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 10% | 19% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 53% | 54% |
| Warm | 13% | 12% |
| Woody | 15% | 9% |
| Earthy | 30% | 18% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 0% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its intense sweetness and boozy profile, this is best reserved for evening and intimate occasions. Many reviews highlight its strong projection and potency, making it too overwhelming for casual or office wear, but perfect for a date night where you want to make a lasting impression.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its moderate sillage and comforting, clean undertones, it's suitable for office wear without being intrusive. However, its powdery nature and depth make it less ideal for formal events or sports, excelling instead in casual and date settings where its warmth can shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Patchouli accords and Patchouli, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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