Mancera 2015 EDP

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Aoud Vanille

by Pierre Montale

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Mancera Aoud Vanille is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Pierre Montale. Aoud Vanille settles into a heart of Floral Notes, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, and Vanilla. Mancera's Aoud Vanille carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive, potent and a bit of a ride. This Mancera is a strong vanilla-oud, but that doesn't mean it's for everyone. While some sing its praises as a 'beast mode' compliment-getter, others can't see past the synthetic, medicinal opening. Definitely sample before you commit.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
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Aoud Vanille Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Floral Notes100%
Baseas listed
Guaiac Wood33%
Sandalwood33%
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

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it less suitable for office wear, where it might be too overpowering. However, these same qualities, combined with its alluring vanilla-oud profile, make it perfect for formal events and date nights, commanding attention without being overwhelming in open spaces. It leans too luxurious and heavy for casual or sport settings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA/WATER/EAU, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, HYDROXICITRONELLAL, METHYL ANTHRANILATE, CITRONELLOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, ISOEUGENOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRAL, TRIE(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, EUGENOL, FARNESOL, CI 60730 / EXT. VIOLET 2, CI 17200 / RED 33. 560528 07.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Aoud Vanille opens with a sharp, almost medicinal blast of oud and warm, peppery spices, quickly evolving as a rich, creamy vanilla emerges, often described as burnt or smoky. Underlying floral notes give way to a deep, woody base of guaiac and sandalwood, creating a dark, opulent and slightly sweet character. The drydown settles into an inviting blend of woody vanilla, retaining a subtle smoky nuance.

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