Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into warm spicy.
About
Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) by L'Artisan Parfumeur is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Bertrand Duchaufour. Top notes are Vanilla, Dried Fruits and Clove; middle notes are Tonka Bean, Immortelle, Licorice and Narcissus; base…
Nose: Bertrand Duchaufour
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) smell like?
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: vanilla, sweet, warm spicy.
What notes are in Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)?
Top: Vanilla, Dried Fruits, Clove. Heart: Tonka Bean, Immortelle, Licorice, Narcissus. Base: Rum, Tobacco, Resin, Woodsy Notes, Leather, Musk.
How long does Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) best for?
Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)?
Day wear leads at 63%. Night is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 60% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)?
Composed by Bertrand Duchaufour. Released in 2009.
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