Vanille Gourmande
by Laura Mercier

I enjoy this scent. I am a vanilla lover and Vanilla Gourmand delivers just that. I agree with Mimi that it is darkly delicious with a smoky edge. However, I disagree with her regarding this vs. the LaVanila line. The LaVanila Vanilla is much less sophisticated and more brash than the Laura Mercier Vanilla Gourmand. At least to my nose. Funny how different people's perceptions of the same scent can be. But we both agree on Tihota which is pure vanilla perfection! However, for a less expensive and less sweet alternative Vanilla Gourmand fits the bill.

6th December, 2010.

Vanilla Gourmande is completely underrated . This is also an excellent vanilla perfume that is darkly delicious with a lovely smokey edge to it. It's simple gourmand vanilla like its name. The longevity is excellent to the point of irritation - expect this to linger on and on and on - on clothes and skin though I became fairly anosmic to it quickly .
I like this but it's somewhat alittle unsophisticated,a little brash even compared to the Lavanila line which is more subtle than this.
If you are craving deep vanilla - sans fruit and other notes but it's too painful to fork ou for Tihota by Indult, this is a good alternative.

23rd April, 2010.