Gulf Orchid 2025 EDP

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Vanilla on the Beach

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Gulf Orchid Vanilla on the Beach is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025. Vanilla on the Beach opens with Davana, Liquor, and Pear, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes, Patchouli, and Dried Fruits, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Gulf Orchid's Vanilla on the Beach carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - this ain't your usual sweet, summery vanilla. It's a divisive brew of boozy fruit, patchouli, and spice, with some finding it a rich, unique offering whilst others are left scratching their heads, asking 'where's the vanilla at?'
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Edgy
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Vanilla on the Beach Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Liquor43%
Pear35%
Davana22%
Heartas listed
Dried Fruits46%
Spicy Notes29%
Patchouli25%
Baseas listed
Vanilla37%
Amber32%
Tonka Bean30%

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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong boozy, spicy, and amber accords, this fragrance is best suited for evenings and cooler weather. Whilst some might brave it for a casual outing, it truly shines in more intimate or formal settings where its bold character can linger without overwhelming. It's too heavy for an office or sport.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Vanilla on the Beach opens with a potent, boozy hit of davana and liquor, brightened by a juicy pear. This soon deepens into a warm, spicy heart with earthy patchouli and rich dried fruits providing a complex counterpoint. The base settles into a creamy, ambered vanilla and tonka, but it's far from a straightforward sweetness, maintaining a rustic, almost tobacco-like depth throughout.

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3.4 fl oz (100 ml) 1 offer
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