Studio Vanilla Silk

Vanilla Silk is vanilla with the sweetness turned down and the softness turned up. It opens with a bright snap of lemon, which keeps the first minutes light and fresh. The heart is orange blossom, creamy and slightly honeyed, and it bridges the citrus and the vanilla so the scent never feels heavy. At the base sits the vanilla itself, smooth and milky, with a cream note that gives it a silky feel and a buttery shortbread facet that adds a biscuity, comforting edge. The result is a gourmand that wears lightly. It is sweet but not sticky, and the citrus stops it tipping into dessert. Wearers call it light, soft and easy, a good choice for people who like vanilla without it announcing itself. Some find it surprisingly warm and generous and report regular compliments, while others find it weak and want more sprays than usual. Staying power and projection are modest, so apply a few sprays and expect a close, cosy cloud rather than a trail. It is the lighter of the Studio range's vanilla scents, and its fresh opening makes it a good fit for spring and cooler summer days as well as autumn. It suits anyone who wants a gentle, skin-close vanilla at a very low price and does not need a deep, dark one.