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Since 2015, Vanilla Smoke Aftelier has never stopped surprising. By character, a unisex fragrance drawing from the east and gourmet families. Perfumer Mandy Aftel is the author behind this composition. In perfume extract — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
Brand country — the United States. Vanilla Smoke Aftelier — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The scent of Vanilla Smoke evolves as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Aftelier is recognizable in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Perfume extract supports a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The accord architecture is built around these accords: Citrus, Gourmet, Wood and Amber forming a compact and readable structure. Secondary accord layers such as Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background. The profile is unisex, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
When the structure is mixed the fragrance opens as a single chord with a soft dessert-like mood: Coumarin, Cypress, Grey Ambergris, Lapsang Souchong, Mandarin, Saffron and Vanilla.
The heart and base are felt as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Sweet, Wood, Animals and Drinks. The framework further includes Citrus, Spicy, Gourmet and Fairy.
In summary Vanilla Smoke sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best experienced on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Aftelier |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.aftelier.com |
| Year of production | 2015 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
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