Is Rogue Perfumery 40 Rogue a dupe of Tom Ford Vanille Fatale?
Vanille Fatale EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2019 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
40 Rogue EDP
Vanille Fatale and 40 Rogue both explore warm, spicy territories with a touch of narcissus, but diverge significantly in their overall impact. Vanille Fatale offers a gourmand experience with rich vanilla, coffee, and tobacco, creating a sweet yet sophisticated profile. 40 Rogue, in contrast, leans heavily into vintage perfumery, emphasizing animalic and powdery notes for a more challenging and old-school character. Vanille Fatale is a modern, crowd-pleasing take on vanilla, while 40 Rogue is a bold, retro statement. Price also plays a role, with 40 Rogue being the more accessible option.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Vanille Fatale
- 40 Rogue
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a sweeter, gourmand vanilla fragrance.
- You want a modern and mass-appealing scent profile.
- You appreciate coffee and tobacco notes in perfumes.
- You prefer a darker, more mysterious vanilla.
- You love vintage-style fragrances with animalic notes.
- You seek a truly unique and challenging perfume.
- You appreciate powdery and floral accords.
- You want a more affordable option.
- You enjoy perfumes that make a bold statement.
A decadent, smoldering vanilla with a dark edge - tobacco, coffee, and suede transform sweetness into something mature and magnetic. For those who want more depth and drama than typical vanilla.
A divisive, anachronistic marvel that's not for the faint-hearted. It’s either a masterful resurrection of a bygone era or a challenging, dated aroma. You'll either adore its eccentric charm or recoil from its animalic depth.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Narcissus
21%
vs
33%
Saffron
51%
Coriander
49%
Coffee
29%
Vanilla
26%
Tobacco
25%
Frangipani
25%
Suede
25%
Barley
25%
Mahogany
24%
Musk
50%
Oakmoss
50%
Rose
33%
Carnation
33%
Citrus
20%
Fruity Notes
20%
Basil
20%
Tarragon
20%
Aldehydes
20%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Vanille Fatale thrives in cold and transitional weather, where its dense vanilla, tobacco, and coffee warmth create comfort and enveloping richness. It can overwhelm in heat but works beautifully for cozy fall and winter days, and is also welcome in early spring chills.
Occasions
This is a statement scent best suited for intimate evenings, formal occasions, or romantic dates where projection and richness shine. Its power and sweetness can be too much for the office, and are unsuitable for sporty or active settings.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Given its strong projection in the initial hours and its 'challenging' scent profile as noted by reviewers, it's not ideal for the office or casual everyday wear. However, its unique and sophisticated character makes it well-suited for formal events and romantic evenings where a statement scent is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 10 notes, including Narcissus
Adds barley and coffee, drops aldehydes and basil
Where to buy
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