Coty 1998 EDC

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Dark Vanilla

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Coty Dark Vanilla is a Cologne launched in 1998. Coty's Dark Vanilla carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A truly classic, deep, and sensual vanilla that's been missed since its discontinuation. Most reviews rave, but it's not for those who dislike heady white florals or expect a sugary sweet gourmand. If you can find a vintage bottle that hasn't turned, snap it up.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Gourmand
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Dark Vanilla Cologne 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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its rich, 'dark' and 'sexy' character, make it ideal for evening dates and formal events. While some might wear it casually, its depth leans away from everyday office wear or sport.

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

  • 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

Dark Vanilla opens with a rich, almost boozy vanilla that’s far from your typical sugary sweet gourmand. As it settles, a lush bouquet of jasmine and tuberose emerges, adding a mature, creamy depth to the sweetness. The dry down introduces a soft, smooth musk, intertwining with the vanilla to create a captivating and sensual aura that lingers beautifully on the skin.

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