Red Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2023 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This Zara 'dupe' of Lancôme's La Vie Est Belle is a polarising little number. Some adore its fruity sweetness, others recoil from its synthetic tartness. If you're after a cheap thrill that might be gone before you've left the house, this is your pick.
This one's a divisive cheapie, so don't blind buy. Many adore its smoky vanilla and praline for cooler months, but a vocal minority get an off-putting 'gasoline' or 'smoke' opening. If you can get past that, it's a cozy, gourmand dream; otherwise, steer clear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 10% | 12% |
| Fruity | 25% | 30% |
| Green | 9% | 12% |
| Sweet | 48% | 42% |
| Warm | 8% | 6% |
| Woody | 7% | 6% |
| Earthy | 16% | 7% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 8% | 10% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sweet, fruity character makes it generally suitable for casual wear or dates. The weak performance, however, means it's less ideal for formal events where longevity and strong sillage are often desired, and its sweetness makes it less suitable for office or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sweet, inviting gourmand profile makes it excellent for casual wear and dates, as many reviews suggest. However, the moderate to strong projection and sweetness might be a bit much for a formal setting or an office environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery accords and Iris, Praline notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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