Vanilla is still very popular in fragrances. This is demonstrated by the numerous new launches in recent months – including today’s two fragrances Vanille Caviar by bdk Parfums and Vanilla Haze Extrait by Fugazzi. As the noble spice fits perfectly into the current season, it is hardly surprising that warm, spicy and comforting compositions with vanilla have recently been the focus here in the Fragrance Diary. Today’s two fragrances fit seamlessly into this series and expand the multifaceted theme with two very different but equally exciting interpretations.
As already mentioned, vanilla has been the subject of several posts in recent weeks. I would therefore like to briefly remind you of some of my previous posts. After all, this precious spice is not only a culinary favorite, but also an olfactory one. Attentive readers will notice that one of today’s two candidates already appears in this list: Back then, I reviewed the Vanilla Haze eau de parfum – today it’s the turn of the new extrait de parfum.
- Orchid K by Ella K – The scent of the black vanilla orchid
- Vanilla Haze by Fugazzi – Dreaming of Vanilla
- Divine Vanilla and The Musc by Essential Parfums – Divine Minimalism
- Exclusive Collection – The new line from Fabbrica della Musa
- Vanilla Carbone by Atelier Materi – Three kinds of vanilla
- Madagascar Le Baume Vanille by Parfums d’Empire – Vanilla rethought
- Xplicit Vanilla and Intense Instant Crush from Mancera – Perfect for fall and winter
- Muskaria and Vanilla Tanà by Gritti – two new fragrances from the Ivy Collection
Vanille Caviar by bdk Parfums
The protagonist in Vanille Caviar is known, but we do not yet know what kind of person she is, what facets of her incomparable character she reveals in the eau de parfum by bdk Parfums. The press release tells us that vanilla is “dark, dense, structured and yet imbued with luminosity”. The mysterious black of the vanilla pods is endowed with a radiance, a glow that seems to come from within. Perfumer Alexandra Carlin was responsible for the creation of Vanilla Caviar and combined the ingredients blackcurrant, cardamom, calamus, vanilla, caviar, cocoa, osmanthus, bourbon vanilla, Peru balsam and labdanum (cistus) for the eau de parfum.
What does Vanille Caviar by bdk Parfums smell like?
Vanille Caviar starts the fragrance with a fruity and floral sweetness – lush, radiant and lovely. However, a dark, earthy facet of vanilla soon spreads throughout the eau de parfum, accompanied by a subtle, mineral-like saltiness. The noble spice has a profound and mysterious effect – smoky, resinous, fascinating. The cocoa provides a fine, tart dark chocolate note, while Peru balsam and labdanum underline the deep black accents of noble bourbon vanilla with seductive nuances. Splendid!
Is Vanille Caviar a gourmand?
Vanille Caviar is a beautiful, idiosyncratic and striking interpretation of vanilla, in which a golden glow flashes for a brief moment before its dark, mysterious side is revealed. The eau de parfum is not a typical gourmand – instead, it unfolds a smoky, earthy and salty presence that remains far removed from dessert associations. A vanilla for all those who prefer something unusual and have grown tired of sweet, sugary notes.
When is the best time to wear Vanille Caviar?
The creation impresses with its excellent longevity and clear presence. For me, Vanille Caviar is an ideal companion in fall and winter or on cool spring days. The fragrance could be a little intense for the office, but it is just right for leisure time, in the evening or for going out. A modern, unconventional vanilla fragrance with a special twist that is both elegant and seductive.
Vanilla Haze Extrait by Fugazzi
Vanilla Haze Extrait is said to be “all grown up and seductively sophisticated”, a louder, more mature version of the Eau de Parfum of the same name, which I found to be transparent, airy, vanilla-sweet, fluffy and powdery – a beautiful gourmand fragrance that beguiles the senses like a spicy, light powder explosion. Vanilla Haze Extrait is therefore the more grown-up version – ideal for the evening, for going out or for anyone who likes it deeper, richer and more multi-faceted. Lemon, clove, cashmeran, saffron and woods have been added to the olfactory base of hazelnut, coconut, vanilla, tonka bean, caramel and musk – which is also found in the eau de parfum.
What does Vanilla Haze Extrait smell like?
Vanilla Haze Extrait opens with a luscious vanilla sweetness that is initially brightened by tangy citrus notes before the nuances of roasted hazelnuts, milky coconut and fluffy-soft cashmeran spread throughout the creation. Delicately flowing caramel – creamy and sweet – pervades the composition. The dark, smoky and spicy facets of saffron are already evident in the background and soon push themselves to the fore. It not only lends the composition spicy accents, but also complexity and depth, which characterize the fragrance as it progresses without dominating it. The gourmand-sweet vanilla notes always remain present and lend warmth and softness.
What is the difference between Vanilla Haze Eau de Parfum and Extrait?
The Vanilla Haze extrait is not just a more intense version of the eau de parfum, but an independent creation at eye level. While the eau de parfum interpreted delicious desserts and sweets in an airy, light and playfully shrill way, the extrait actually presents itself as a more mature, sophisticated and elegant creation that is both seductive and lascivious. The extrait is darker, smokier, more complex and deeper – still sweet, yet stylish and refined.
When is the best time to wear Vanilla Haze Extrait?
Vanilla Haze Extrait is an excellent fragrance for fall and winter that I would wear for any occasion. Unisex, suitable for everyday wear and the office, but also ideal for the evening, a cozy Sunday afternoon on the sofa or going out – Vanilla Haze Extrait is the perfect companion for anyone who loves a finely balanced, well-dosed and transparent vanilla fragrance with a saffron finish and gourmand accents.
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