Boucheron 2017 EDP

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Vanille de Zanzibar

by Nathalie Lorson

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Boucheron Vanille de Zanzibar is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Nathalie Lorson. Vanille de Zanzibar opens with Mandarin, Jasmine, and Pear, settles into a heart of Heliotrope, Vanilla, and Peru Balsam, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Clean Musk. Boucheron's Vanille de Zanzibar carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A truly gorgeous vanilla that’s unfortunately been discontinued, this one's a smooth, smoky dream. It’s mature, complex, and will either be your holy grail or an instant disappointment depending on your skin chemistry and what you expect from a vanilla perfume. A divisive masterpiece for vanilla lovers.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Elegant
  • Modern
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Vanille de Zanzibar Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and sophisticated vanilla profile make it suitable for office wear without being overwhelming, yet its warmth and sensuality shine brightest on dates or for casual wear. It's too refined for sport, but elegant enough for many formal settings.

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

Opens with a fleeting, bright mandarin and juicy pear that quickly settles into a sophisticated vanilla heart. This isn't your average sweet vanilla; it's deep and resinous, softened by powdery heliotrope and the subtle warmth of Peru balsam. The dry-down reveals a creamy sandalwood and a whisper of clean musk, with patchouli adding an earthy, sometimes smoky, depth that keeps it from being overly gourmand. It's a velvety, refined vanilla experience.

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