VanillaOpens with
Tonka BeanHeart
RumDries down to
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L'Artisan Parfumeur · Sold as unisex
Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)
The cozy corner of an old Havana bar where the scent of rum, tobacco, and warm spices lingers in the air.
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Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument)Premium · $100–250
43%Similar accords, often for lessTobacco Touch · Maison AlhambraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument) by L'Artisan Parfumeur was launched in 2009 and is a creation by perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour. This fragrance captures the essence of an indulgent, warm evening spent savoring rich vanilla notes mixed with the complexity of dried fruits, clove, tonka bean, and rum. The composition seamlessly transitions from sweet and fruity to a deeper layer of tobacco, leather, and woody accords, culminating in a sensuous blend that is both comforting and slightly provocative.
This fragrance has a rich and long-lasting base, so one or two sprays are sufficient. Allow it to develop on your skin for about an hour before fully enjoying its depth. It pairs especially well with cooler evenings when you want a scent that whispers of warmth and indulgence.
Fig. 01 — Havana Vanille (Vanille Absolument), L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Bertrand Duchaufour
The world traveler's noseBertrand Duchaufour is a perfumer-adventurer whose creations read like a travelogue of the senses. Trained at Roure (now Givaudan), his work draws deeply from his journeys through Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa.
“The art of perfumery must be at the same time, innovative, harmonius, and “sent bon”.”
Bertrand Duchaufour · CaFleureBon, October 2010
Designer L'Artisan Parfumeur
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 31%, disliked or hated by 32%.