Xplicit Vanilla Eau de Parfum bottle Xplicit Vanilla
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2025 Year 2017
££ Price Tier £££££
Sound of a Ricochet Eau de Parfum bottle Sound of a Ricochet

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Xplicit Vanilla
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Sound of a Ricochet
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Xplicit Vanilla
This is Mancera's unapologetic stab at the 'dark vanilla' trend, serving up a potent blend that some call the best of its kind. It's a divisive one, though - fans adore its deep, grown-up sweetness, while detractors find it synthetic, heavy on the oud, or simply nothing new.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Sound of a Ricochet
Divisive yet magnetic, Sound of a Ricochet is not for the faint-hearted. It polarises with its strong character, drawing comparisons to MFK Grand Soir but with a unique, sometimes challenging, smoky-woody vanilla twist. It's a statement scent, demanding appreciation.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 2% 3%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 0%
Sweet 53% 61%
Warm 23% 13%
Woody 21% 28%
Earthy 15% 5%
Animalic 7% 0%
Fresh 1% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Xplicit Vanilla EdP
Sound of a Ricochet EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Vanilla 55% vs 100%
Only in Xplicit Vanilla
Dark Chocolate 45%
Only in Sound of a Ricochet
Tonka Bean 100%
Only in Sound of a Ricochet
Sandalwood 100%

Accords

Xplicit Vanilla Sound of a Ricochet
100%
Woody
64%
96%
Vanilla
100%
85%
Sweet
54%
80%
Warm Spicy
52%
78%
Amber
50%
58%
Powdery
60%
58%
Animalic
55%
Chocolate
45%
Balsamic
47%
Aromatic
45%
Woody shared
100%
64%
Vanilla shared
96%
100%
Sweet shared
85%
54%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
52%
Amber shared
78%
50%
Powdery shared
58%
60%
58%
55%
Balsamic shared
45%
47%
45%

Performance

Xplicit Vanilla Sound of a Ricochet
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Xplicit Vanilla

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting, rich gourmand-woody profile make it too much for an office. It shines on dates and cooler-weather evenings, adding a sensual, confident touch, and could elevate a formal outfit without being stuffy. Not for sport, obviously.

Sound of a Ricochet

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with rich vanilla and woody accords, make it too prominent for most office settings. However, it shines on dates and formal occasions due to its sophisticated and sensual aura, while being suitable for casual wear if applied lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
92%
Accord
88%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Woody, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Tonka Bean notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Xplicit Vanilla
Sound of a Ricochet
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