Cashmere & Vanilla Essence
“Cashmere & Vanilla Essence by Donna Karan is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a vanilla, powdery composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2025, Cashmere & Vanilla Essence by Donna Karan is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women crafted by perfumer Arielle Le Beau. The composition opens with a fresh and spicy note of pink pepper, followed by the sweetness of apple and violet. At its heart, jasmine adds a floral touch before settling into a warm base of vanilla, sandalwood, and amber. This scent is designed to feel like an enveloping hug, combining the comfort of cashmere with the richness of vanilla.
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for an intimate, close-to-skin warmth. The vanilla base will bloom gradually over time, so don't be afraid to layer it lightly throughout the day.
Arielle Le Beau
Founding perfumer · 3 fragrances
Arielle Le Beau, whose father worked at Estée Lauder, grew up immersed in fragrance and cosmetics. She began her career as a cosmetic chemist, then discovered her calling for perfumery while working in evaluation at IFF, and now works as a perfumer at Robertet Group, a graduate of Monmouth University.
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The story behind the bottle.
The cozy intimacy of curling up in a plush armchair by a crackling fireplace, where the air is filled with the scent of warm vanilla and soft florals.
Fig. 01 — Cashmere & Vanilla Essence, Donna Karan
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