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Don’t you love walking into a bakery and smellling the air? The air is rich with freshly baked goods. I have always loved sweet scents. They give you a cozy, warm feeling. That feeling also translates to sweet smelling fragrances. The fragrance that comes to mind is vanilla.
Vanilla is one of those notes that you notice right away in scents. I remember as a child, I was obsessed with this vanilla-sugary scent from Bath & Body Works. I used to slather it on me before I went to school. Looking back, I must have smelt like a cupcake, but thankfully, vanilla based perfumes have become more mature.
Vanilla Perfumes
Vanilla is a versatile ingredient that plays well in fragrances. It is a main note in lots of perfumes. A floral based vanilla perfume is perfect for the warmer months. Sandalwood and musk based vanilla perfumes are great for the colder seasons.
Whatever your preference is, vanilla perfumes are a great year round scent. Scroll below for the 12 best vanilla based fragrances.
Le Monde Gourmand Crème Vanille
This French perfume mixes in notes of apricot, jasmine, and brown sugar. It is a smokier deep vanilla that is not too sweet.
People love this scent with over 3,000 ratings and $25, it is worth a try.
Kayali Vanilla
This perfume, from mega-influencer Huda Kattan, has top notes of jasmine and amber. It is balanced with the wood base of the scent.
However, reviewers note that the scent is not long lasting.
Lavanilla Pure Vanilla Perfume
If you really love vanilla, this scent is for you.
I first heard about this scent on Tiktok. It is a deeper and richer vanilla, rather than a sweet scent. The price starts at $48.
Eilish Eau de Parfum
The first thing you notice is the gorgeous bronze packaging, but the smell is intoxicating.
Sugared petals and warm berries are intertwined with vanilla to provide a long-lasting fragrance.
Skylar Vanilla Perfume
Looking for a sweet and warm vanilla perfume? Cappuccino mixes with pure vanilla to give it an extra dose of sweetness.
Despite the sweet smell, it is not overpowering.
Floral Street Wild Vanilla Orchid
Vanilla Orchid is a blend of creamy vanilla beans, blossom, cassis, and citrus.
This is a sophisticated scent which is perfect for a night out.
The 7 Virtues Vanilla Woods
Vanilla Woods, as the name suggests, is a warm and spicy blend.
It has a dash of fresh pear with organic Madagascar vanilla and gourmand caramel infused with warm amber.
Philosophy Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere
This is a warm, sweet, and cozy vanilla scent perfect for the colder months.
The scent has notes of tangerine blended with cashmere wood and musk. It is like a cozy vanilla latte.
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa ‘62
Want to smell like a tropical vacation? This scent is the grown up vanilla fragrance that has warm notes of sandalwood mixed with sweet pistachio and caramel scents.
Mix it with the bum bum cream to create a luscious mixture.
Killian Paris Love, Don’t Be Shy
This scent is not for those who like subtle smells. It is a strong smell.
Despite it being a strong smell, it is intoxicating. The sweetness of vanilla and marshmallow balances the orange blossom. The amber base provides a layer of sophistication.
Al Haramain Amber Oud Gold Edition
This is one of the more long-lasting scents. It is an amber vanilla scent which has notes of melon and wood.
It is a well-balanced vanilla perfume which is great for anytime of the year.
Nest Madagascar Vanilla Perfume Oil
This warm and spicy blend from Nest is a great perfume for the Summer months.
It has hints of coconut blended with vanilla bean giving it a luxurious feel and smell.
