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MAISON TAHITÉ
VANILLA²
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$129.06
€110
Description
Vanilla² is an enveloping gourmand masterpiece that takes vanilla from ordinary to extraordinary by presenting it across all three layers of the fragrance pyramid. This luxurious Eau de Parfum combines luscious vanilla flower with sweet praline and delicate talcum powdery notes, all anchored by a sophisticated benzoin resinoid base that adds mysterious depth and prevents the composition from becoming one-dimensional. The result is a multi-faceted olfactory journey that balances indulgent sweetness with sensual powdery elegance, creating a warm, creamy trail that evolves beautifully throughout the day. Perfect for true vanilla enthusiasts who appreciate complexity and depth, this sophisticated yet playful fragrance showcases the remarkable versatility of vanilla as a note. Created by Marie Duchene for unisex wear.
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Sweet
Powdery
Warm
Resinous
Creamy
Vanilla-Forward
Notes
Top Notes
Vanilla Flower
Middle Notes
VanillaPraline Notes
Powdery NotesBase Notes
VanillaBenzoin Resinoid
About MAISON TAHITÉ
Maison Tahité is an Italian niche fragrance house founded in 2020 by Roberto Drago as a creative lab dedicated to reinterpreting iconic gourmand raw materials like vanilla, cacao, coffee, and tonka bean in original, contemporary compositions using top perfumers and sustainable practices. Named after Vanilla Tahitensis, the brand's philosophy blends luxury with environmental respect through eco-friendly packaging and high-quality ingredients, offering warm, comforting scents that evoke security and exotic escapes for gourmand enthusiasts. Its signature style focuses on collections centered around single ingredients, creating addictive, modern luxury fragrances that harmonize sustainability and indulgence.
Perfumer
Marie Duchêne
Born in 1973 near Reims, France, Marie Duchêne pursued her lifelong passion for perfumery by studying chemistry and training at ISIPCA in Versailles from 1994, where she mastered raw materials, accords, perfume history, and chemistry. Her internships in Grasse led to apprenticeships with various fragrance companies, culminating in founding MD Fragrances in 2002 in Mougins, offering bespoke perfumes, candles, and natural cosmetics using high-quality sourced ingredients. As a Senior Perfumer at Givaudan, she has created fragrances for brands like Molinard, Laboratorio Olfattivo, Nobile 1942, Demeter, Le Galion, and others, emphasizing exceptional, emotion-driven compositions with her skilled team.
Reviews
4.5
Excellent14 reviews
Luckyscent
4.9/5 • 7 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 1 reviews
Twisted Lily
4.0/5 • 6 reviews
Community Insights
Vanilla² receives consistently positive feedback from reviewers who appreciate its sophisticated vanilla-focused composition and impressive longevity. The fragrance is particularly praised for avoiding overly synthetic or candy-like territory while delivering genuine gourmand indulgence, though some note that the initial spray can lean slightly synthetic before settling into a more complex, creamy vanilla experience.
Pros
Performance excellence: Reviewers confirm exceptional longevity lasting 12+ hours with noticeable projection on both skin and clothing, building warmth and intensity as it settles throughout the day
Versatile appeal: Works beautifully as a standalone fragrance for vanilla lovers and excels as a layering scent with complementary fragrances like Vanille Exclusive by Mancera or Salted Carmel by Shay & Blue
Quality composition: The balance of praline sweetness and talcum powdery notes prevents the scent from becoming cloying or candle-like, with reviewers describing it as 'gourmet-level delicious' and comparing it favorably to premium chocolate brands
Cons
Initial spray character: Some reviewers note the opening can lean slightly synthetic with a candy-like quality that takes a few minutes to transition into the more complex creamy vanilla
Not for minimalists: This is an intentionally bold, enveloping fragrance that may project heavily for some wearers or situations requiring subtle fragrance; not recommended for those seeking understated vanilla scents
Comparisons
Comparable to Salted Caramel by Shay & Blue: Both are gourmand compositions, though Vanilla² focuses purely on vanilla complexity while Salted Caramel offers a different sweet direction
Layering companion to Vanille Exclusive by Mancera: Reviewers specifically mention pairing these fragrances together for enhanced vanilla depth, suggesting complementary scent profiles
Vibe & Emotions
Nostalgic comfort: Evokes happy childhood memories linked to vanilla and the milky warmth associated with comfort and security
Playful indulgence: The buttery almond cake quality with hints of sweet rum creates a whimsical yet sophisticated mood that appeals to both the kid and the adult within
Sensual sophistication: The talcum powder and resinous base create an intimate, whisper-close feeling reminiscent of soft giggles and sophisticated evening moments
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