OrrisOpens with
Carrot SeedsHeart
Madagascar VanillaDries down to
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Ormonde Jayne · Sold as unisex
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo
The quiet intimacy of a cozy library — where the rich aroma of vanilla and powdery iris blend with the earthy scent of musk, enveloping you in a sense of serene luxury.
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Vanille des Afriques IntensivoLuxury · $250+
45%Similar accords, often for lessSonic Flower · Room 1015Premium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne, launched in 2024 and crafted by Linda Pilkington, is a fragrance that weaves together the warmth of vanilla with powdery iris and soft spices. The composition opens with Sicilian bergamot and carrot seeds, creating a bright yet subtle contrast to the rich Madagascar and Bourbon vanillas at its core. Orris and osmanthus add a delicate floral touch, while musk and cedar provide an earthy foundation that grounds the scent in a comforting embrace.
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for an intimate warmth that builds gradually throughout the day. The powdery notes will linger close to your skin, so a lighter application is recommended to avoid overpowering the subtle nuances.
Fig. 01 — Vanille des Afriques Intensivo, Ormonde Jayne
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Linda Pilkington
Linda Pilkington grew up in Cheshire, England, and spent fourteen years in Brazil running a soya bean farm and an ice-cream business before returning to London.
Designer Ormonde Jayne
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The originalVanille des Afriques IntensivoOrmonde Jayne · Luxury · $250+Room 1015 · 2023Sonic FlowerShares 5 of its 7 notes$100–250★ 4.01 (1,551)
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Adds citrus, amber and fresh; shares amber and musk.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 18%.