December Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Il Capriccio del Maestro
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your average fluffy vanilla. December Vanilla is a rich, boozy, and deeply divisive scent that truly shines after some maceration. Prepare for an intense patchouli and rum opening; those who wait will be rewarded with a complex, sophisticated vanilla.
If you're after a beast mode version of Ambre Narguile or Angel's Share, this is your jam. It's a sweet, spicy, powerhouse that doesn't just fill a room, it owns it. A safe blind buy for fans of the genre, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 19% | 7% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 40% | 44% |
| Warm | 23% | 33% |
| Woody | 11% | 8% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 15% | 8% |
| Fresh | 1% | 0% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, December Vanilla is too intense for office wear. Its deep, sensual profile makes it perfect for date nights and impressive for formal evening events. While a bit much for everyday casual wear, it suits cooler weather outings.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its 'out of this world' performance and 'thick, chunky sillage', this extrait is far too strong for the office. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events where its commanding presence is an asset, and can be worn casually if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy accords and Orchid, Rum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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