Vanilla Bean
The note unfolds with a profound, enveloping sweetness, immediately creamy and inviting. It possesses a smooth, almost velvety texture that coats the olfactory senses. Beyond its primary confectionary richness, there are subtle yet intricate layers: a delicate smokiness, reminiscent of dried vanilla pods curing in the sun, a balsamic warmth, and a gentle woody undertone that prevents it from becoming cloying. It can sometimes carry a whisper of a caramelised sugar note or even a faint, intriguing leathery nuance, particularly in its more natural forms. The intensity is robust yet soft, providing a comforting presence rather than an aggressive declaration. It typically projects moderately to strongly, creating a warm, inviting aura. Its longevity is exceptional, often clinging to the skin for many hours. While synthetic expressions (vanillin) can appear as a brighter, more straightforward 'sweet' note, the true 'bean' essence evolves beautifully, revealing its complex facets over time. It functions almost exclusively as a heart or, more commonly, a foundational base note, anchoring compositions with its tenacious sweetness.
Fragrances
ByredoAn intense, warm, and sophisticated fragrance with a mysterious and artistic depth, evoking a sense of duality and introspection.
The Dua BrandWarm, boozy lounge elegance with tobacco-amber richness and confident spice—sophisticated date-night energy.
Maison Martin MargielaA cozy, comforting, sweet, and delightful escape to a Parisian cafe, evoking joyful self-indulgence.
Kintsugi PerfumesA captivating and warm embrace, evoking a sense of powerful, unyielding love and acceptance. It's a journey through rich, spontaneous notes of cocoa, rum, and dried fruit, grounded by the enduring strength of vanilla, sandalwood, and myrrh, suggesting boldness and intuition.
Gallagher Fragrances2023
A bright, playful, and refreshing fragrance with a fruity aquatic character, evoking the essence of spring and summer with a sophisticated briny undertone.
What We Do Is SecretGorgeous, chic, powerful, luxurious, and warm, evoking a sense of sovereignty and delicate richness.
VolareA sophisticated and confident scent with a warm, spicy, and creamy character, designed to make a lasting impression.
Moresque ParfumElegant, graceful, and deeply artistic, embodying both the delicate purity of a white swan and the intense passion of a black swan. It projects a refined and seductive aura with a powdery, floral, musky, and gourmand sweetness.
4160 TuesdaysA cozy, sophisticated, and happy fragrance with a fruity and woody character, perfect for autumnal moods.
Mythpunk OlfactiveDark, ethereal, and mystical with a sweet, creamy, and earthy warmth, evoking an autumnal, witchy atmosphere.
LiisThe fragrance evokes an artistic, bohemian, and unconventional mood. Its woody and smoky character suggests a connection to nature and a creative, free-spirited enclave.
Hez ParfumsA rich, intoxicating, and vibrant fragrance that evokes the lively and mysterious atmosphere of New Orleans' Bourbon Street. It's a bold and layered scent, perfect for celebration and reflection, with a sweet, boozy, and warm character.
KeroseneA dark, smoky, and contemplative scent that evokes a sense of resilience and hope emerging from hardship. It's the smell of introspection by a fire after a difficult journey.
Jousset ParfumsA rich, decadent, and comforting gourmand experience, evoking the warmth of freshly brewed coffee, creamy vanilla ice cream, and dark chocolate.
Meleg PerfumesA dark, sensual, and sophisticated fragrance with a primal and elegant character, featuring a prominent animalic and leathery profile.
Wylde IvyEthereal, sweet, summery, and enchanting, evoking images of sunshine, mythical nymphs, and the beauty of nature.
Les Eaux PrimordialesElegant, aromatic cedar warmed with rose, immortelle, saffron and vanilla—dusky and refined.
BelnuComforting, warm, serene, and indulgent.
HexennachtWarm, mysterious, sweet, and comforting, with an incense-like depth.
Strangers ParfumerieA decadent and intoxicating scent that captures the essence of a vibrant Italian nightlife. It's seductive, celebratory, and indulgently sweet, evoking passion and delight.