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Vanilla Era
A cozy study filled with books and the scent of vanilla candles burning softly, where every breath is a quiet moment of reflection.
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Vanilla EraHow it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Vanilla Era by Boy Smells is a composition that marries the warmth of vanilla with a complex undercurrent of spices and woods. Launched in 2023, it opens with a fresh spicy note from black pepper and saffron, giving way to a heart of tulip and olibanum. The base notes anchor this fragrance with cashmere wood, vanilla absolute, and black amber, creating a rich and enveloping aroma that reads as both comforting and sophisticated.
Apply Vanilla Era in light layers to allow its rich base notes to bloom over time. It pairs well with cooler weather but can be worn year-round for its comforting depth.
Fig. 01 — Vanilla Era, Boy Smells
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
The Vanilla Era line
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