Vanilla Vibes

Beachy, fresh, aquatic/marine, salty, refreshing, softly sweet, powdery, musky, woody, warm, feminine, sensual, chic, unique I did previously review this, but I wanted to post an updated one in hopes that I’m able to describe it better. On me this opens fresh and aquatic with a refreshing, salty marine scent. As it begins drying down the sensual vanilla absolute, and the powdery orchid come into play, nicely balancing out the fresh and salty marine scent. Further into the dry down it becomes more warm, musky, and woody with the warm and vanillac tonka bean, soft powdery musk, slightly sweet and woody sandalwood, and warm and cozy benzoin. Overall, it comes of as a beachy and aquatic vanilla scent that I thoroughly enjoy. I do think that the name “Vanilla Vibes” is a bit misleading. It made me think that it would be a more typical sweet vanilla scent instead of something that comes off more beachy and aquatic/marine. I’m definitely not complaining, but I am glad that when I had mentioned wanting to get Lust For Sun because I was looking for some beachy fragrances, a few people mentioned to me that I might enjoy Vanilla Vibes more because it was also a beachy scent. I ended up buying both of them (I couldn’t miss out on Lust For Sun since I really enjoy monoi oil scents), and was very happy when I received them because I really enjoy both of them very much. I’ve had them for almost 2 years, and I’m still not sure which one I like more. To me Vanilla Vibes feels feminine, and that it would work for women of any age. This feels best suited for the warmer months of spring and summer, but could be worn during the colder months to evoke feelings of the beach and summertime. I think this works well for most occasions including work, or school. However, I think you might want to consider another fragrance for a really fancy occasion. I think this is a great option for people who want a beachy fragrance, but without the white florals, citruses, or coconut, but that still evokes a beachy/summertime/vacation feeling. I do think this is a rather unique fragrance, but it does remind me somewhat of a couple other fragrances. I do see a similarity to Bobbi Brown Beach because they’re both aquatic/marine beachy scents, however Beach has a lot more of a Sun tan lotion like scent whereas I don’t really get that with this one. I’m also slightly reminded of Alien Goddess since I’ve always gotten a slightly aquatic/marine scent with that one too, but it’s more subtle. Goddess is also a lot more vanilla forward, has coconut and florals, and is more suited for year round wear even though I personally enjoy it most during the spring and summer. I get great performance with Vanilla Vibes. The longevity is very good, it lasts the majority of the day on me. The projection is decent, it radiates out at least a couple feet from me. Just for some reference, some of my other favorite beachy/coconut fragrances include Tom Ford Soleil Blanc, Nest Sunkissed Hibiscus, Yves Rocher, Monoi Eau des Vahines, Kilian Sunkissed Goddess, Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess, JHAG Lust For Sun, Bobbi Brown Beach, Kayali Maui in a Bottle, Kayali Maldives in a Bottle, SDJ Coco Cabana 39, B&BW Coco Paradise

Category: Vanilla, ozonic, woody Notes: Sprays on quite alcoholic, but soon a light and airy vanilla and refreshing orchid emerge. The orchid adds a cool, watery feel reminiscent of cucumber. I can't say I'm picking up an obvious salt note, but can see how the almost ozonic nature of this fragrance could be interpreted as the smell of saltwater. As this continues to develop the sensual and soft sandalwood takes more and more space until it practically dominates the scent, with just a few remnants of that orchid and vanilla keeping it fresh. The overall scent impression is a very light and clean ozonic vanilla. Vibe: Ocean breeze. Sunscreen. Cold beach day. Metal cigarette case. Gold candelabra. Sheer white curtains. Bar soap. Driftwood. White beach. Antlers. Coastal villa. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Sandcrabs. Lanterns. Sillage: 6.5/10. Very toned down, yet not a skin scent. Projection is mild, but very present when up close and personal. Longevity: 7/10. Lasts 6-8 hours on skin, which is quite decent in my opinion. It maintains a good sillage for the first 6 hours too in a way that is very impressive and for me indicative of a high quality fragrance. Wear: Daytime. Spring & summer due to its refreshing, beachy nature, but could totally work as an everyday/all year round wear. Definitely office wear approved; perfect sillage and wholly inoffensive. Somewhat unisex but with a marked feminine lean, meaning I could see this being worn by a man but not just any and every man, only those with an aura befitting of this kind of fragrance. Suitable for a large age range of 18-70, frankly I’d consider this an ageless and timeless kind of scent but perhaps just a tad too adult for tweens and early teenagers. Overall rating: 7.5/10. This is my second time trying this perfume on, the first being some two or three years ago before I had really started taking my interest in perfumes seriously. I remember finding it challenging and slightly off-putting in a way I wouldn't have been able to vocalize then. Wearing it today, with a wealth of references under my belt, I can confidently say this is a wonderful and unique vanilla fragrance that my untrained nose just wasn't ready for the first time around. Light, airy, ozonic with a mild marine touch, to me it evokes the ocean breeze more than the ocean itself. The vanilla adds warmth without ever feeling heavy, and alongside the sandalwood in the base creates a creamy yet sparkling combination reminiscent of coconut (the milk and the water) and sun lotion. This is in my book a quintessential beach fragrance, although it feels more like the cool beaches of say the Irish coast or the south of Sweden where the sandy dunes meet saltwater, cloudy skies, crisp ocean air and driftwood, rather than a hot, sunny beach in a more tropical climate. I would love to add this to my collection as a lighter option for summer that still feels put-together with a more adult undercurrent than some of the fruitier options on the market, but could also totally see myself wearing this as an everyday scent. Who would wear it?: Francesca Johnson in Bridges of Madison County (1995).

Such a lovely and pretty perfume. The salty note at the beginning, mixed with the vanilla and the fantasy orchid note... adorable. It might not be for people not used to mineral notes or for those expecting a gourmand perfume. Be aware of this. The vanilla is balanced, not strong. I understand people saying it smells like sunscreen but for me it does not, it smells like a flowery vanilla wich might be what most people is referring to which later, combined with the tonka bean and benzoin bring a slight creamy feeling to the vanilla note that last longer on my skin. This perfume in my skin feels ethereal and later becomes an skin scent. If you are a fan of beastmode perfumes, this I do not recommend since will not perform like that by it's own. I found it to be one of my favorite fragrances since it transported me back to the sunny beaches of Aruba, sitting in the water, feeling the salty breeze on my face and drinking a cocktail under the shade of the mangroves close to Spans Lagoon.

My favorite summer scent, it instantly transports me to the seaside! Photorealistic to a T, smells exactly like the moment I step into the sea after putting on my favorite sunscreen. For that alone I would laud it to high heavens, but it’s also gotten me plenty of compliments (two friends have already purchased Vanilla Vibes after smelling it on me!), and I’m certainly not above that ego boost either. I must say that I absolutely love salt notes in perfumes and I’m not the biggest fan of sweet and gourmand fragrances and this one hits the spot for me, so do with that info what you will. It does lean more vanilla-y and powdery on me, but I can still smell the salt up until the very last of the dry-down, so that’s great. My friends call it my “vanilla perfume”, though, so I think it’s a perfume which smells quite different to different people, and that interesting aspect is another plus for me. Overall, an utterly charming little concoction.

literally the best thing i've ever smelt my entire life. delicious. it smells like a mixture of peach and sunscreen in the best way possible. i could never imagine a sunscreen smell being as addictive as this one. vanilla in middle note is just top notch. now, im not the best at depicting a scenery such as "this feels like the fear and excitement bella felt just before she went to the woods with edward, with a hint of fresh apple that she just ate at lunch. she's ready to climb to the top of the mountain on edwards back" like your average fragrantica user. but if you want a moodboard/scenery, this perfume gives off zara larsson - midnight sun vibes. it will definitely turn heads and make people look at you. a summer fragrance for sure but it fits for late spring too i guess. suitable for work. i'm sooo in love

I would wear this anytime anywhere. The orchid gives it a clean linen scent, the sandlewood hugs it close and any whiff of it is like salted vanilla cookie that was sprayed with Hawaiian Tropic sun tan oil, so not quite edible or gourmand, but it's in there somewhere. I didnt quite know what salt exactly smells like but the dry down on this reminds me of salting an icy sidewalk and the fine powdered salt gets in your nose. People mention the salt smelling like rubber or plastic, I kinda get it if I focus on smelling that but overall it is a wonderful unique smell that floats around the other notes. Any nice guy could wear this easy going, non-aggressive, and fun little beach scent. Where I live winter is a long horrible season so a blast of the "Vibes" transports me to a happier place.

Vanilla vibes.. the first time I smelled this was on someone I know. The sillage was so incredibly beautiful that I couldn't resist to ask the name of the perfume. Throughout the evening, whenever I would get whiffs of this perfume, my mood would instantly go up, making me feel relaxed and at peace. It was a very hot day, yet this sweet perfume didn't feel overpowering or suffocating at all. This perfume is incredibly elegant, chic and "soft". Is it simple? Maybe. It does not change much throughout the wear, but I don't mind it. There's definitely something mysterious about this scent, while being very pleasant. Musky, powdery, coconutty, slightly salty vanilla... Soooo incredibly good, this is now my favourite perfume 💕 I really just want to smell it 24/7

Testing this as a decant splash. This opens light and airy, with a perfect balance of delicate orchid, a touch of sweetness, and creamy vanilla. It feels cozy and beautiful in a soft, solar way — warm without being heavy, bright without being sharp. The sandalwood grounds everything, giving it a smooth, calming depth that keeps the sweetness from drifting too far. I can definitely smell the salt here, and it adds the loveliest feminine, beachy vibe, like sun-warmed skin after a gentle ocean breeze. As it settles, it melts into a soft skin scent with the slightest powdery note, still warm and comforting but more intimate and close. A straightforward, soothing fragrance that feels effortlessly pretty. I’m absolutely in love.

This is one of the most intoxicating fragrance profiles I’ve ever smelled. The salt note is both clean and sweaty at the same time; like a dip in the ocean on a scorching day, or the way you feel after treatment at a spa on the waterfront. It’s strangely both simple and complex; the primary note really is just plaid old salt, but the more time you spend with it the more you notice the vanilla, and very faintly the orchid. It opens with a slightly screechy alcohol note but that does settle after 5 minutes. This is an elevated skin-scent, suitable for wearing to the office in warm weather or when you want to smell nice without really smelling like fragrance. This is almost identical to Ellis Brooklyn’s Salt.

Finally the right vanilla! I have tried sooo many straight vanilla scents, from fugazzi to 7 virtues to snif the list goes on. They’re all either too synthetic or heavy/woody for me. But this one is a perfect balance of salt and vanilla with a hint of that Tonka bean and very light airy musk. It feels like the perfect summer time skin scent! It has this really alluring pheromone esk almost animalic quality to it (that’s sweet and light) but in the best way possible. My husband can’t stand musk notes in perfume and he really enjoyed this one on me. Sun kissed warm skin. So addictive! I just might need a full bottle of this one

I finally have this perfume in my hands! After trying a sample, I immediately knew I needed it: I completely fell in love with its scent. It's an exquisite blend of salty vanilla with a subtle floral and sweet touch, achieving a perfect balance. It has that summery feel I love so much, without falling into the typical sunscreen smell. It's fresh, warm, and addictive all at once. But what really surprised me was its longevity and projection: impressive! Even after showering and applying body lotion, I can still perceive its scent on my skin. An olfactory gem that's totally worth the price.

When I first sprayed it, I thought this was a bit eggy. Overtime, I didn't smell the egginess at all. It opened up to be more salty and aquatic mixed in with vanilla. The vibe is a sponge cake being enjoyed at the beach. Man, I wish I was at a beach right now! Sillage and projection is moderate. Usually for a mid -range price, I would have wanted an improved performance but I don't think this perfume needs to be loud or beastmode. It's strong enough as is, and honestly very comfortable to wear. I have a 50 mL bottle..... definitely looking forward to buying the 100 mL one!

Picked this up in a shop during my vacation by the beach, and it’s the perfect summer vibe. I love a good vanilla fragrance, and I love that salty/marine note (very nostalgic for me as someone that grew up visiting beach towns every summer). The fragrance opens with that sea salt, summer breeze, clean, shower after the beach vibe and settles into a nice vanilla after a couple of hours. I have been wearing this along with my EOS Vanilla Cashmere body lotion and have gotten many compliments while away! I love this stuff and I’m so happy I picked up a bottle. Obsessed!

YUMMMMM! Out of all the fragrances I've smelled, this one smells the most like ice cream to me. Vanilla Vibes smells exactly like a vanilla bean ice cream cone (waffle cone included) on the beach. I don't get the beachiness nearly as much as I get the vanilla. This is gourmand asf, I absolutely need a large bottle of this!!! It's very light as well which is appreciated. This scent could easily become overpowering but it sits in perfect equilibrium. I'm so obsessed and so grateful to have found such a unique vanilla scent!!

i dislike the beach and in general i dislike beachy scents but my god this is the best one i’ve tried! the vanilla is so perfect here. it smells like actual vanilla pods to my nose. the salty note is so beautiful as well. i quite literally feel like my toes are in the sand while wearing this. i love that it’s well balanced by other notes. it’s such a warm fragrance. i will be using my travel size up and upgrading to a full bottle next summer!

i revisited this perfume recently after years of not smelling it though it used to be my signature scent a few years back. this is such a beautiful airy scent. it's a slightly salty vanilla with a subtle floral touch from the orchid, which then dries down to a beautiful "your skin but better" scent. it's clean, it's airy it's ethereal and really lifts up my mood whenever i smell it.

Smells like you just took the best shower of your life with some luxurious vanilla scented products after a long day at the beach. The salt note in the opening reminds me a lot of glossier you fleur. It then transitions into a soft, almost soapy vanilla. It’s not that sweet, more on the clean and fresh side to me. I will forever love this scent, it’s exactly my style.

Beautiful salty sweet floral vanilla. There something milky and similar to coconut, although it’s not listed. Maybe the Tonka with the orchid? There’s also something nutty. This is well blended, it’s a versatile vanilla that is a great base for layering. I do think for JHAG, it’s a bit simple, but I really enjoy this. It’s an easy reach in warmer months.

I don’t get why this has so many dislikes. Is it groundbreaking avant garde? No. Does it smell really good? Yes. Reminds me of Tom Ford Soleil Blanc but a bit more aquatic and a bit more woody. Has that suntan lotion by the pool vibe. Summery, wearable, nostalgic. I get mostly suntan lotion with vanilla, salt, and a subtle sandalwood. I like it a lot.

How is it that there is no coconut in this? I get coconut sun tan lotion with that hint of salt and lovely vanilla, to be more accurate it's almost identical to Malibu suntan lotion. It's really nice and perfect for summer for sure, it's not unique in any way but still fresh and cozy at the same time, and I just got a full bottle 😋