Bath & Body Works 2008 EDT

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Vanilla Noir

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Bath & Body Works Vanilla Noir is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008. Vanilla Noir opens with Bergamot, Plum, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Tuberose, Gardenia, Orchid, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Toffee, Musk, Sandalwood, and Cinnamon. Bath & Body Works's Vanilla Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A cult classic that's sadly discontinued, Vanilla Noir is praised for being a grown-up, sophisticated take on vanilla. It's a dark, spicy, and alluring scent that consistently garners compliments, making it a standout amongst BBW's typically 'safe' offerings.
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  • Sensual
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  • Mysterious
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Vanilla Noir Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and warmth make it suitable for close encounters like dates. While too rich for sport, it can be dressed up for formal occasions, and its unique character elevates casual wear. Some find it too strong for the office, but others appreciate its comforting quality for home use.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Vanilla Noir opens with a dark, juicy embrace of plum and blackcurrant, lifted by a subtle whisper of bergamot. The heart unfolds into a rich, sophisticated bouquet of tuberose, gardenia, orchid, and carnation, adding a creamy, luxurious depth. The dry down is where the 'noir' truly shines, with a warm, indulgent blend of toffee, cinnamon, and creamy vanilla, grounded by soft musk and sandalwood. It's an intoxicating dance of sweet and spicy, with a distinctly grown-up feel.

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