VANILLA MILK by Ellis Brooklyn
Brand: Ellis Brooklyn
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Vanilla Milk envelops the skin in a creamy, softly sweet vanilla accord balanced by delicate florals and a gentle fruity lift. Sandalwood, tonka bean, and amber create a warm, comforting dry-down that feels intimate and effortlessly wearable.
Is VANILLA MILK worth it?
How it smells: Opens with milk accord, freesia and pear, vanilla and jasmine sambac at the heart, then dries down to Madagascar vanilla and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 60/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, versatility 79, layerability 88 and value 43, each out of 100.
Buyers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 236 Ulta reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2021 · Unisex
Key accords: Milk accord, Freesia, Pear, Vanilla, Jasmine sambac, Ambrette
Top Notes
- Milk accord
- Freesia
- Pear
Heart Notes
- Vanilla
- Jasmine sambac
- Ambrette
- Heliotrope
Base Notes
- Madagascar vanilla
- Sandalwood
- Tonka bean
- Amber
Occasions: Casual, Date, Evening, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
VANILLA MILK by Ellis Brooklyn belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A rich, milky vanilla layered with airy florals, soft fruit, and warm woods for a cozy yet polished gourmand effect. VANILLA MILK opens with Milk accord, Freesia, and Pear. The heart brings Vanilla, Jasmine sambac, Ambrette, and Heliotrope. It dries down to Madagascar vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka bean, and Amber.
How to wear VANILLA MILK
On skin, VANILLA MILK by Ellis Brooklyn has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for casual, date, evening, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
VANILLA MILK opens with Milk accord, Freesia, and Pear.
The heart brings Vanilla, Jasmine sambac, Ambrette, and Heliotrope.
It dries down to Madagascar vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka bean, and Amber.
What to layer with VANILLA MILK
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood, tonka bean, and amber.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Beautiful by Estée Lauder
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and amber.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Beautiful on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Beautiful
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and amber.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and amber.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays For Her
Pairings to approach with care
Brutus by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 33/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this gourmand scent, and they share amber.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 1 spray Brutus
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 37/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this gourmand scent.
Order: Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 1 spray Bergamask
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include vanilla, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include sandalwood, tonka bean, and amber.
- Beautiful by Estée Lauder — Both include sandalwood and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for VANILLA MILK?
VANILLA MILK opens with Milk accord, Freesia, and Pear. The heart brings Vanilla, Jasmine sambac, Ambrette, and Heliotrope. It dries down to Madagascar vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka bean, and Amber.
How long does VANILLA MILK last, and how strong is it?
VANILLA MILK by Ellis Brooklyn has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear VANILLA MILK?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits casual, date, evening, and special occasion.
What layers well with VANILLA MILK?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla, sandalwood, and tonka bean. Apply VANILLA MILK first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays VANILLA MILK : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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