Dark Vanilla
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Venom Secret Of Shaman
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a creamy, sophisticated vanilla-oud masterpiece; for others, it's a harsh, synthetic nightmare of industrial rubber and medicinal tang. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if it hits right, it's a powerful statement scent.
This one's a divisive beast. Expect a challenging journey of dry, dusty leather and pepper, with some finding an intriguing depth and others a bitter, forgettable mess. Definitely try before you buy, it's far from a safe blind-buy for anyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 29% | 28% |
| Warm | 43% | 37% |
| Woody | 21% | 12% |
| Earthy | 18% | 25% |
| Animalic | 15% | 19% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, this isn't for the office - it’s too strong. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events, especially in cooler weather, where its dark, sensual character can truly shine.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong, dry, and potentially challenging character, it's not well-suited for office or sport. Its complex and slightly mysterious profile could work for a date, while the deeper notes make it a decent choice for formal evening events, particularly in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Animalic, Warm Spicy accords and Leather, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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