Vanilla Sex
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Zukhruf Pink
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Tom Ford's Vanilla Sex is ridiculously divisive - a love-it-or-hate-it scent that some find heavenly and others, frankly, disgusting. It's a bold, animalic vanilla that absolutely demands a full wear-test before you splash out.
This is a beloved, creamy, sweet floral that handily beats out its competition for crowd-pleasing wearability. It’s Yara's richer older sister, serving up a soft, feminine cloud that's almost impossible not to adore.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 23% | 13% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 38% | 51% |
| Warm | 8% | 14% |
| Woody | 19% | 17% |
| Earthy | 8% | 5% |
| Animalic | 13% | 10% |
| Fresh | 1% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart 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
With its strong sillage, animalic facets, and often polarising nature, this isn't one for the office or casual settings where subtlety is preferred. It's clearly designed for intimate, sensual encounters, making it an ideal choice for a date, though perhaps too much for a formal event.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive, sweet nature make it suitable for casual wear and even office settings if applied lightly. While some find it subtly soft, others note good longevity, making it versatile, though probably not for formal events or intense sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Powdery, Woody accords and Vanilla, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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