Vanille Divine des Tropiques
by La Maison de la Vanille

Vanille Divine des Tropiques, meaning divine vanilla from the tropics, is what this fragrance is all about.

Think of a tropical destination, complete with sparkling blue oceans and big, lush palm trees, and you have this scent in mind.

Vanille Divine des Tropiques opens with sweet, powdery vanilla and freshly picked bananas. I could liken this fragrance to banana splits with sweetened cream and a sprinkle of malt, however this fragrance doesn't strike me as being gourmand.

The scent is enticing yet difficult to wear. For those that love and wear Sicily by Dolce & Gabbana, this is a softer, less sharp and more vanillary version.

Summer or Winter, wear it in whatever season suits you. Vanille Divine des Tropiques makes me happy in the way that it brings me back to the days when I was a child feasting on sweets and all things light and sugary.

There are subtle hints of pretty white florals throughout the composition, however the strong banana and vanilla notes stay with me until the very moment the scent disappears.

Don't expect strong vanilla, because the sillage of this fragrance isn't particularly strong. The lasting power is very good however, lasting well over 6 hours on my skin.

27th August, 2011.

The top notes are dominated by tuberose & a lovely, true gardenia. The vanilla slowly bubbles up from beneath, & steadily sweetens to a toffee-like base. lt doesn't last long, but at this price you can afford to spritz generously! A nice, comforting vanilla perfect for warmer weather.

3rd February, 2011.

Easy to wear, sweet but not nauseating. I was surprised I liked this one...I didn't think it would be 'me'.

30th July, 2008.