Choosing the Luxury Scent of Vanilla Perfume and Aftershave

Vanilla comes from the seeds of the dried pods of an orchid-like climbing plant which thrives particularly in Madagascar. (However, the finest version comes from the island of Réunion). The name translates from Spanish as ‘little pod’, while its hugely popular aroma is one of the most immediately recognisable in the world.

Only saffron is more expensive as a spice, so the ingredient many modern perfumiers use is synthetic vanillin. However, experts will tell you real vanilla is earthier, with hints of treacle and alcohol.

What are Vanilla’s Fragrance Properties?

Vanilla’s reputation as an aphrodisiac lingers, particularly around products aimed at the youth market and gourmand scents as well as Ambrées: a traditional fragrance family encompassing amber, sandalwood and other notes alongside vanilla.

The aroma itself is sweet, creamy and slightly woody with, often, notes of caramel, chocolate and a dash of spice. People often associate vanilla with feelings of warmth, comfort and nostalgia.

Another quality is its versatility – vanilla’s fragrance blends well with numerous other aromas, giving creative perfumers almost limitless options. It’s often added as a supporting note to complete a product. And it can be used in scents aimed at both men and women.

Which well-known Fragrances are Vanilla-based?

There are various high-end vanilla fragrances which are used by some of the most famous brands and companies in the world – some of these include:

• Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
• Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
• Orchid by Gucci
• Vanilla Diorama by Dior
• Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent

All these brands and products are bracketed as expensive fragrances which aren’t as accessible to the everyday consumer.

Vanilla Aftershave or Fragrance Alternatives

Whether you’re looking for a vanilla men's fragrance or one aimed at women, you don’t have to pay designer prices to get a product you love. The sky-high costs of top-end fragrances are typically down to hefty advertising and marketing budgets or celebrity endorsements. Equally, of course, you always pay for the name on the label. But with a duplicate scent from a reputable brand, you sidestep all that and make significant savings while enjoying the same quality and olfactory experience.

Importantly, these products are ‘inspired by’ the originals without claiming to be them, so they are perfectly legal.

Gorgeous vanilla-based perfumes from Dialect Fragrances

Based in France at the very heart of the global scent industry, Dialect Fragrances offers the perfect combination of luxury and affordability. Our mission is simple – to provide high-quality, long-lasting products inspired by your favourite designer labels, for a fraction of the regular cost. Our collections encompass scents for both men and women and are all made from the finest ingredients.

What’s more, we’re committed to sustainable, cruelty-free practices – so let us up your fragrance game.

Dialect’s Range of Vanilla-based Scents include:

Spicy Vanilla Obsession – inspired by YSL’s Black Opium

Pay £29 rather than £95 for 50ml of eau de parfum – the vibe is bewitching, dark and luminous! Expect top notes of plum, marshmallow, coffee beans and bergamot, followed by an explosion of jasmine, deep patchouli cedar and sandalwood, among other middle notes. It’s rounded off by tonka bean, vanilla, vetiver and white musk base notes.

As our reviewer Elly put it: “Why would I buy the original now?”

Tobacco Opulence, based on Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille

Here, vanilla is among the top notes, alongside amber wood and tonka bean, followed by clove and ginger middle notes, all topped off by intense, woody cinnamon. You can make incredible savings on this one, paying £39 rather than the recommended price of £220.

One of our reviewers described it as “absolutely addictive”; another remarked that Tobacco Opulence offered “a real depth of fragrance without being overwhelming”.

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Order with us and enjoy benefits including our satisfaction guarantee and free returns policy within 30 days, as well as typical savings of up to 85% plus fast, tracked shipping.

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