Maison Tahite Vanilla2 EDP

Description

Vanilla² uses vanilla twice, once as the flower and once as the bean, then sets both on praline and benzoin. It comes from Maison Tahité, the vanilla-led line created with Officine Creative Profumi, and was composed by Marie Duchêne. The praline brings a nutty, brown-sugar sweetness and a talc-like powdery note pulls it back before it turns sugary, while benzoin gives the base a resinous warmth. Reviewers describe it as a well-balanced gourmand, sweet but more grown-up than a typical vanilla, and several mention how well it layers with other fragrances.

Scent Character

Translation: almost entirely sweet, which is what a vanilla study should be. The powdery note and the resinous benzoin are what keep it from reading as candy.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Vanilla Flower
• Heart: Vanilla, Praline, Powdery Notes
• Base: Vanilla, Benzoin

Performance

Longevity: Around 6–10 hours on skin; reports vary.
Sillage: Moderate for the first four hours or so.
Projection: One to two feet early on, then a soft cloud close to the skin.

An honest note: reviewers are split. Some get 10 hours or more, others find it pleasant but not especially long-lasting. Vanilla tends to last longer on clothing than on skin.

Best Occasions & Season

Best in Fall and Winter. The powdery side keeps it polite enough for the office, and the praline makes it work for evenings too. It is unisex. Skip it in high summer, when a vanilla this dense can feel cloying.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Marie Duchêne
House: Maison Tahité (Officine Creative Profumi)
Launched: 2020

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FAQ

Is Vanilla² too sweet?
It is a gourmand vanilla, so yes, it is sweet. The powdery note and benzoin make it softer and less sugary than most vanilla perfumes.

Does it smell powdery?
A little. There is a talc-like accord in the heart that rounds out the praline.

Is it men's or women's?
Unisex. Vanilla has no gender, and this one is balanced enough for anyone who likes sweet scents.

Can I wear it to the office?
Yes, one or two sprays. It sits closer to the skin after the first few hours.