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Jo Malone London · Sold as feminine
Rose Water & Vanilla
The quiet luxury of a private garden where rose water mingles with vanilla, enveloping you in a cocoon of comfort and elegance.
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Rose Water & VanillaPremium · $100–250
53%Similar accords, often for lessBlu Dreams · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Launched in 2010 by Jo Malone London and crafted by perfumer Christine Nagel, Rose Water & Vanilla is a fragrance that encapsulates the essence of floral sweetness with an aromatic twist. The composition opens with neroli and petitgrain, creating a fresh green aroma that contrasts beautifully with the rich vanilla notes that follow. Loukhoum, a sweet almond-based confection, adds depth to the heart, while musk and patchouli in the base provide warmth and longevity.
This fragrance has a strong presence from the start, so one or two sprays are sufficient. Allow it to settle for about five minutes before heading out. It pairs well with lighter scents during warmer months but can also be layered with heavier fragrances in cooler weather.
Fig. 01 — Rose Water & Vanilla, Jo Malone London
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Christine Nagel
The poet of HermèsChristine Nagel is the in-house perfumer at Hermès, succeeding the legendary Jean-Claude Ellena in 2016. A graduate of ISIPCA and trained at Charabot in Grasse, she brings decades of experience to one of perfumery's most prestigious creative positions.
“I accentuate lines, force the materials. My fragrances are never linear.”
Christine Nagel · Contributor Magazine ('The Physicality of Perfume', by Philippe Pourhashemi), c. 2021
The Rose Water & Vanilla line
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Designer Jo Malone London
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