Vanillie

By the editors · 2 min readVanillie opens with a resinous warmth—myrrh and frankincense smoky against a backdrop of boozy rum and saffron's leathery sweetness. The citrus flash is brief, quickly absorbed into something darker and more devotional, like incense burning in a room where someone has just poured cognac.

As it settles, plum and coffee emerge through a haze of narcissus and rose, creating an oddly gourmand heart that never tips into sweetness. The florals feel dusted with spice, almost dried rather than fresh. This is where the perfume shows its complexity—familiar elements arranged in unfamiliar proportions.

The base is where vanilla finally arrives, though not alone. Madagascar vanilla threads through earthy patchouli, tobacco leaf, and soft suede, with oakmoss lending a vintage depth that keeps everything grounded. It wears close and introspective, suited to someone who wants richness without obvious seduction—a private indulgence rather than a public statement.