Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne
Brand: Ormonde Jayne
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Coriander, bergamot, carrot seed and pink pepper over orris, jasmine, magnolia and osmanthus, settling into a double vanilla with cedar, vetiver, amber and musk.
Is Vanille des Afriques Intensivo worth it?
How it smells: Opens with coriander seeds, Sicilian bergamot and carrot seed, orris and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to Madagascar vanilla and Bourbon vanilla.
Scent Score: 73/100 (Good). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 69, versatility 67, layerability 92 and value 69, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Coriander seeds, Sicilian Bergamot, Carrot seed, Pink Pepper, Orris, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Coriander seeds
- Sicilian Bergamot
- Carrot seed
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Orris
- Jasmine
- Magnolia
- Osmanthus
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Coriander, bergamot, carrot seed and pink pepper over orris, jasmine, magnolia and osmanthus, settling into a double vanilla with cedar, vetiver, amber and musk. Vanille des Afriques Intensivo opens with Coriander seeds, Sicilian Bergamot, Carrot seed, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, Magnolia, and Osmanthus. It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Bourbon Vanilla, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
How to wear Vanille des Afriques Intensivo
On skin, Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Oud Wood by Tom Ford. Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Oud Wood and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo opens with Coriander seeds, Sicilian Bergamot, Carrot seed, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, Magnolia, and Osmanthus.
It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Bourbon Vanilla, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
What to layer with Vanille des Afriques Intensivo
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and amber.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper and jasmine.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Black Opium
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share orris, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Good Girl
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and amber.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Santal 33
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, vetiver, and amber.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Pairings to approach with care
Rain by Commodity
Not Recommended · 36/99
Oriental and Aquatic notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Rain brings an aquatic contrast to this oriental scent, and they share amber and musk.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rain on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Rain
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 38/99
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Tea
Related fragrances and why
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include vetiver and amber.
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include pink pepper and jasmine.
- Good Girl by Carolina Herrera — Both include orris, amber, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Vanille des Afriques Intensivo?
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo opens with Coriander seeds, Sicilian Bergamot, Carrot seed, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Orris, Jasmine, Magnolia, and Osmanthus. It dries down to Madagascar Vanilla, Bourbon Vanilla, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Amber, and Musk.
How long does Vanille des Afriques Intensivo last, and how strong is it?
Vanille des Afriques Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Vanille des Afriques Intensivo?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening and date.
What layers well with Vanille des Afriques Intensivo?
Oud Wood by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and amber. Apply Vanille des Afriques Intensivo first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Vanille des Afriques Intensivo : 2 sprays Oud Wood.
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