Les Indémodables 2020 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Vanille Havane

by Antoine Lie

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Les Indémodables Vanille Havane is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Antoine Lie. Vanille Havane settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Floral Notes, Tobacco, and Dried Fruits, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, and Vanilla. Les Indémodables's Vanille Havane carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one is a divisive but ultimately beloved growler. Some find it a bit much, but those who 'get' it rave about its rich complexity. Don't be fooled by the name; this is not a sweet vanilla, it's a deep, dark, tobacco-laced boozy affair that oozes quality.
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Vanille Havane Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Cacao Pod20%
Dried Fruits20%
Floral Notes20%
Rum20%
Tobacco20%
Baseas listed
Amber33%
Leather33%
Vanilla33%

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
Long (6-10h)
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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and rich, boozy-tobacco profile, this scent is a standout for dates and formal evening events, where it truly shines. It's too assertive for an office and completely out of place for sport, though some might pull it off casually on a cold day.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Vanille Havane opens with a potent, boozy hit of rum and succulent dried fruits, almost like a fruitcake doused in spirits. As it settles, a rich, dark cacao emerges, mingling with a dusty, authentic tobacco leaf and a hint of warm vanilla. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of smoky leather and amber, creating a long-lasting, complex aroma that's far from a generic sweet gourmand. Expect depth, warmth, and a touch of the exotic.

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