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Vangelis
by Sylvaine Delacourte
Vangelis is a comforting, spicy vanilla fragrance with a bright clementine opening that mingles with cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, creating a warm, gourmand aroma reminiscent of spiced chai, sweet porridge, or a cozy kitchen in wintertime. The scent starts with a juicy citrus burst that fades into the soft, creamy vanilla base, blended with subtle almond and cardamom, producing a delicate, powdery sweetness. Despite its unisex rating, the fragrance leans firmly toward feminine elegance, with an airy, skin-scent projection that doesn't overpower. It’s most suitable for cooler seasons, especially autumn and winter, and wears well during evening or daytime hours. The dry-down reveals a persistent, sweet vanilla character that is occasionally described as caramel-like or slightly medicinal by some, while others find it deeply comforting and satisfying, likening it to a sipping mug of spiced tea or a vintage shawl embedded in vanilla and spice.
Pros
- +Warm, comforting spiced vanilla with a distinctive chai-like character
- +Light, elegant, and well-balanced scent that is easy to wear across different occasions
- +Luxurious and refined on skin; performs well even though it's a moderate sillage and not overwhelming
Cons
- −Can feel overly sweet, powdery, or slightly cloying on some skin types
- −Longevity is moderate; it doesn’t last beyond a few hours for some wearers
- −Some perceive it as having plastic or synthetic notes, especially in the dry-down