Orchidée Vanille
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into sweet.
About
Orchidée Vanille by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Floral fragrance for women. Orchidée Vanille was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Randa Hammami. Top notes are Mandarin and Lychee; middle notes are Violet, Bitter Almond and Bulgarian Rose; base notes are Vanilla Absolute, Tonka Bean and…
Nose: Randa Hammami
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- 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 Orchidée Vanille smell like?
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: vanilla, powdery, sweet.
What notes are in Orchidée Vanille?
Top: Mandarin, Lychee. Heart: Violet, Bitter Almond, Bulgarian Rose. Base: Vanilla Absolute, Tonka Bean, Cedar.
How long does Orchidée Vanille last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Orchidée Vanille loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Orchidée Vanille best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Winter is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Orchidée Vanille?
Day wear leads at 58%. Night is a secondary pick at 42%.
Is Orchidée Vanille for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 58% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Orchidée Vanille?
Composed by Randa Hammami. Released in 2009.
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