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| Edt | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Looking for Vanilla
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Which Should You Buy?
This flanker is a truly polarising Mugler; a bizarre aquatic-gourmand experiment that either blows you away with its unique charm or repulses you with its 'alien dog puke' vibe. It's Angel's weird cousin who ate a whole watermelon and then rolled in a patchouli field.
Don't let the name fool you - this isn't just vanilla. Looking for Vanilla is a polarising, powerhouse scent that throws surprise cherry and almond notes into a thick, sweet vanilla and patchouli mix. It's an absolute beast in terms of longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 14% |
| Fruity | 10% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 40% | 52% |
| Warm | 7% | 10% |
| Woody | 13% | 15% |
| Earthy | 23% | 31% |
| Animalic | 3% | 2% |
| Fresh | 15% | 0% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its exceptional projection and longevity, along with its unique and divisive scent profile, make it less suitable for formal or office settings where subtlety is preferred. However, its bold and sensuous nature makes it a great choice for dates or casual outings, especially during warmer weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Several reviews highlight this scent as 'strong' and 'projects like crazy' with 'insane longevity', making it unsuitable for most office environments. Its sweet, gourmand character and sensual jasmine make it perfect for date nights and evening wear, but less so for formal events or casual daytime use where its intensity might be overwhelming. The rich sweetness and long wear are well-suited for colder weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Patchouli, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Patchouli, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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