Saint Julep
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Van Sea
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive scent where the stellar opening of mint, sugar, and boozy citrus often disappoints with shocking longevity. If it worked, it'd be a summer staple. Many find it delicious, others find it too sweet or even medicinal.
This one's a smooth operator, deftly blending vanilla with a marine edge. Don't expect a typical aquatic, this is a refined vanilla scent with breezy whispers of the sea. It's a crowd-pleaser that delivers quiet luxury, though some find it a bit too subtle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 6% |
| Floral | 10% | 9% |
| Fruity | 4% | 1% |
| Green | 13% | 16% |
| Sweet | 34% | 26% |
| Warm | 7% | 7% |
| Woody | 3% | 2% |
| Earthy | 5% | 12% |
| Animalic | 9% | 6% |
| Fresh | 29% | 34% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh and uplifting profile is excellent for casual wear, sport, or relaxed office environments. However, its poor longevity and projection mean it's not ideal for formal events or dates where you need a scent to last and make an impression.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While this extrait offers good longevity, its moderate sillage keeps it from being overwhelming for an office. The warm, inviting vanilla and subtle marine notes make it perfect for casual outings and dates, while its unique blending gives it enough polish for less formal evening events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Aromatic, Sweet accords and Mint, Ambergris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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