Vanille
Bourbon French Parfums

VANILLE (Bourbon French)

Perhaps the original “gourmand” scent, vanilla permeates the world of baking and perfumery and is one of those “comfort” aromas that always reminds one of home and the holidays. It evokes happiness, peace and contentment.

Bourbon French uses the vanilla note in a number of their creations, the first being the single scent, Vanille. This is not the scent of the pure vanilla bean, nor of vanilla extract. Upon first application, there is an underlying odor of naphthalene, as if one were lifting the scent out of its moth ball storage. This quickly fades, leaving another lingering aroma that seems to be present in all fruity florals available today, the ubiquitous strawberry/peach accord. This fruity floral base remains with vanilla floating over and under it, removing Vanille from the category of soliflore. It is the scent of vanilla scented candles at holiday time.

For those who love Mugler's Angel, Vanille is a less complex, but still compelling, version. This is a scent that will win some noses, but repel others. It is merely a matter of taste. I find it enjoyable, but do advise to sample first.