16 Best Vanilla Perfumes 2025, According to Beauty Editors
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If youâre a fan of warm, comforting scents, then the aromas of vanilla perfumes are for youâand perfect for the harsh winter. You might be thinking, âVanilla is way too sweet,â but perfume brands are finding ways to center this scent without overpowering it. They can be as sultry as musks and even woody in their various formats and notes. Plus, theyâre easy to layer in with other fragrances. Below, weâre sharing editor-approved vanilla fragrances to add to your scent collection, so you can smell just as tantalizing as the ingredient itself. And with Valentineâs Day around the corner, these perfumes also make an excellent gift for all the women in your life.
The best vanilla perfumes, at a glanceBest for Everyday: DedCool 01 âTauntâ Eau de Parfum, $90Best Body Mist: Phlur Vanilla Skin Body Mist, $38Most Long-Lasting: Lush Vanillary, $22Best Gourmand: Kayali Vanilla 28 Eau de Parfum, $100Most Unexpected: DS&Durga Deep Dark Vanilla, $2101/16
DedCool 01 “Taunt” Eau de Parfum
âThis is like the chill, flirty older sister of the vanilla perfumes you probably wore in the late 2000s and early 2010s,â says Glamour contributor Ariel Wodarcyk. This one is warm and sheer, with notes of bergamot, vanilla, and amber for a skin scent thatâs totally genderless and easy to layer. âI wear this in the summer a lot because it opens up beautifully in warm weather,â Wodarcyk says.
Pros: Universally flattering; easy to layerCons: Not as sweet as some of the other vanilla perfumes on this listSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Bergamot, vanilla, amber2/16
Phlur Vanilla Skin Body Mist
This luxurious body mist is a favorite among Glamour editors and testers alike. It blends sweet vanilla with pink pepper, cashmere wood, and sandalwood for a more sultry take on the typically sweet scent.
âI absolutely love this body mist and reach for it all the time, because the vanilla scent is sweet and long-lasting, but doesnât smell overly cloying or saccharine. Instead, it has a lot of depth and is almost like a sweet skin scent, perfect for an everyday fragrance. It also rivals the regular perfumes in my collection because itâs just as long-lasting, but half the price as most of them, which is amazing,â says Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary.
âI know vanilla scents are known to be too sweet, but thatâs not the case at all with this body mist,â says Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle. âI carry this body mist in my work bag and spray it throughout the day to freshen up. Iâve received a ton of compliments from my coworkers.â
Pros: Affordable; easy to use; not overwhelmingCons: Body spray format might not last as long as a typical perfumeSize: 8 fl. oz.Notes: Sandalwood, pink pepper, jasmine3/16
Ellis Brooklyn Bee Eau de Parfum
This vanilla perfume is a favorite of Glamour senior beauty editor Ariana Yaptangcoâs, simply because itâs the perfect blend of all things sweetâfrom vanilla to dark rum and cinnamon. Itâs sugary, but warm and fresh, and is great for any occasion, whether youâre headed to a special event or going out to dinner with your BFFs.
âIâm constantly getting compliments on this cozy perfume featuring rich notes of dark rum, honey, and vanilla bean. Vanilla perfumes tend to be too sweet for my taste, but Bee dials back the sweetness and instead leans into the earthy bitterness reminiscent of pure vanilla extract. Honey and rum balance everything out for a full-bodied scent,â she says
Pros: Vegan; cruelty-freeCons: Some might find the scent to be cloyingSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Honey, dark rum, cinnamon, vanilla bean4/16
Burberry Goddess Eau de Parfum Intense
âBurberryâs Goddess Eau de Parfum Intense builds upon the trio of vanillas in the original scent along with lavender essence,â says Glamour senior West Coast editor Jessica Radloff. âIt also adds a fourth vanillaâvanilla woodâas well as patchouli to give you a woodsy scent thatâs balanced by the femininity of a distinct vanilla. Itâs a mesmerizing blend, and perfect for the transitional season.â
Pros: Luxurious; easy to layer; feminineCons: ExpensiveSize: 3.3 fl. oz.Notes: Lavender essence, patchouli, vanilla5/16
Lake & Skye 11 11 Vanilla Eau de Parfum
If youâre looking for something sweet with a zing of savory, look to this eau de parfum that has notes of vanilla cream, marshmallow, apple, and sea salt. âOne spritz perfectly captures the feeling of waking up to a fresh cup of hot cocoa while still warm in bed. Itâs everything I love about the coziest time of year wrapped up in such a delicious scent I wish I could eat it for dessert,â says Glamour contributor Danielle Sinay.
Pros: Indulgent and warmCons: Pricey for the sizeSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Woods, florals, vanilla cream, apple6/16
Snif Vanilla Vice
Vanilla Vice is a favorite of Glamourâs Kilkeary because it blends creamy vanilla base notes with hypnotizing amber and musk. âI love wearing this fragrance on a girls night out or on date night because itâs not overpoweringly sweet. Itâs the ultimate blend of fresh and musky, but still channels everything I love about vanilla: Itâs mouth-watering and simply addicting.â
Pros: Ultimate blend of sweet and saltyCons: Doesnât last superlongSize: 1 fl. oz.Notes: Cotton candy, musk, benzoin7/16
The Maker Dream Eau de Parfum
âIf sleeping beauty wore a perfume, I imagine it would smell like this,â says Glamourâs Yaptangco. âThe key notes are a dreamy combination of cinnamon butter, magnolia, and vanilla bourbon, balanced by sensual sandalwood and amber to keep things from veering to kiddish or cloying. A little goes a long wayâThe Makerâs perfumes last all day long and fade beautifully.â
Pros: Long-lasting; sophisticatedCons: PriceySize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Vanilla bourbon, cinnamon butter, magnolia8/16
Outremer Eau De Toilette
This eau de toilette is another favorite of Wodarcykâs, and she notes that itâs the most classic vanilla youâll find out there. âIt smells like vanilla extract and nothing else. Itâs girly and decadent on its own but also makes for a beautiful layering scent.â Pair it with a floral fragrance to make it more powdery, or mix it with something musky for warmer vibesâthe options are endless.
Pros: Layerable; classic; smells like dessertCons: A bit powdery, which might be unappealing to someSize: 1.6 fl. oz.Notes: Spice, pure vanilla9/16
Lush Vanillary
Vanillary is a really unique take on vanilla, because itâs a lot warmer and more caramel-like than other scents on this list. âMy favorite part about Vanillary is that itâs the most long-lasting vanilla perfume Iâve ever tried,â says Glamourâs Kilkeary. âIâll apply it in the morning before the office, and still smell remnants of it on my wrists and clothing by late into the evening. It brings a new life to vanilla, because it smells complex, deep, warmer and has a bit of a twang.â Want to level up your scent? Pair it with the brandâs vanilla body lotion.
Pros: Affordable yet smells luxurious; comes in multiple sizesCons: Very strong and potent, so might not be suitable for everyoneSize: 3.3 fl. oz.Notes: Toffee, jasmine, tonka10/16
Le Monde Gourmand CrĂšme Vanille Eau de Parfum
This pick is proof that a great vanilla perfume doesnât have to break the bank. âItâs extremely creamy, and has notes of amber and jasmine that simply warm you right up. It also smells a bit like brown sugar, which makes it reminiscent of the Vanilla Brown Sugar Bath and Body Works body spray of my teenage years (IYKYK), so thereâs something nostalgic about it too,â says Glamourâs Kilkeary.
Pros: Affordable; available on AmazonCons: You might go through it very quicklySize: 1 oz.Notes: Creamy apricot, jasmine petals, brown sugar, amber11/16
Noyz Unmute Eau De Parfum
Hereâs a 2024 Glamour Beauty Awardâwinner and another favorite of Yaptangcoâs. Itâs subtle on the vanilla side, and potent on the fruity side. âBlack plum adds an intriguing layer of fruitiness, while cinnamon, sage, and incense gives it depth and sensuality. Youâll want to snuggle in close to whoever wears this scent. Perfect for sweater weather and cuffing season,â she says.
Pros: Edgy, fresh take on vanillaCons: The smell might be a bit too smoky for someSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Black plum, clary sage, crisp amber12/16
Byredo Vanille Antique Parfum Extract
If you want a very potent vanilla scent, look no further than this luxury extrait de parfum that has notes of smoky vanilla beans and wood. A Glamour reviewer shares that this pick is mature and sexy for vanilla, and that it dries down to a warm vanilla scent that people will comment on when they get close. âThe initial scent can seem strong to some, but the dry-down is exquisite. Iâve had countless compliments since I purchased this,â she says.
Pros: Feels luxurious to apply; gorgeous bottleCons: Very potent; a little goes a long waySize: 1.6 fl. oz.Notes: Vanilla bean, smoke13/16
Kayali Vanilla | 28 Eau de Parfum
If youâre a classic gourmand girlie, this is the perfume for you. It blends vanilla notes with tonka bean and amber woods to create a rich, nuanced scent thatâs both sweet and musk. Itâs a great go-to date-night scent, and probably the most memorable vanilla scent on this list.
Pros: Genderless; layerableCons: Very sweetSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Vanilla orchids, tonka absolute, amber woods14/16
Tom Ford Vanilla Sex Eau de Parfum
If youâve ever shopped for a vanilla perfume before, chances are youâve come across Vanilla Sex. It has a blend of florals and bitter almond essence to give it an almost marzipan-like scent, but itâs not overly cloying or syrupy. This one is definitely pricey compared to other picks on this list, but is well worth the splurge if youâre looking to treat yourself or someone special.
Pros: Unisex; spicy and sultryCons: ExpensiveSize: 1 oz.Notes: Vanilla absolute, sandalwood, vanilla tincture15/16
DS&Durga Deep Dark Vanilla
Who says vanilla has to be overly sweet? This scent proves that it certainly doesnât. It has a vanilla base but is extremely smoky, earthy, and unlike the typical vanilla youâd think of. It has notes of vines, greens, cypress roots, and patchouli for an extremely cozy and warm finish youâll want to wear over and over again.
Pros: Musky and deep; great if youâre looking for a more masculine take on vanillaCons: ExpensiveSize: 1.7 fl. oz.Notes: Orchid, pink pepper, greens, cypress root, dark patchouli16/16
Bond No. 9 New Bond St Eau de Parfum
If youâre a vanilla-perfume lover through and through, and are looking to splurge on your next scent, we recommend this gorgeous EDP that blends vanilla, florals, and warm and spicy notes. It has a touch of bergamot, plus pepper, cocoa, and coffee beans, that will instantly wake you up upon your first spritz!
Pros: Zingy; fresh; uniqueCons: ExpensiveSize: 3.4 oz.Notes: Bergamot, muguet, pepper, cocoa, coffee beans
