BORNTOSTANDOUT 2020 EDP

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Not Vanilla

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BORNTOSTANDOUT Not Vanilla is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Not Vanilla opens with Citrus, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, and Vanilla. BORNTOSTANDOUT's Not Vanilla carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Challenging the classic vanilla scent, 'Not Vanilla' offers a modern, spicy twist that's perfectly balanced for both casual and intimate moments.
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  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Sweet
  • Sensual
  • Fresh
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Not Vanilla Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus100%
Heartas listed
Coconut64%
Floral Notes36%
Baseas listed
Vanilla56%
Woody Notes28%
Amber17%

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:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

With warm and spicy accords complemented by sweet and fruity aspects, it suits cooler seasons like fall while still being versatile enough for spring's mild weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile accords make it ideal for intimate settings like dates, while being unique enough for casual and office environments.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

'Not Vanilla' by BORNTOSTANDOUT surprises with an unexpected blend of sweetness and spice, featuring vanilla, coconut, and woody undertones harmoniously layered over a backdrop of fresh citrus and subtle florals. This unisex fragrance transitions smoothly from aromatic top notes to a warm, spicy heart with a comforting vanilla dry-down.

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