Vanille Glacé is a marron glacé finished with vanilla in place of chestnut. The sugar isn’t in a hurry. It soaks in one layer at a time, finishing with a glossy sheen. The first impression is brown sugar syrup, with cinnamon drawing the syrup into sharper focus. At its heart, the vanilla leans heavy rather than white and airy. Freshly baked madeleine adds soft warmth, and espresso casts a thin, bitter shadow at the edge of the sweetness.
The drydown gives full reign to blond woods, tonka bean and musk, lending reassurance to the indulgence.
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1 Million Privé by Paco Rabanne is an oriental woody fragrance featuring a warm, spicy blend of cinnamon and tobacco balanced by fresh mandarin and creamy tonka beans. Myrrh adds a resinous depth while patchouli rounds out the base with earthy richness. This scent is rich and enveloping, combining sweetness and smokiness to create a distinctive character. Those seeking fragrances in this vein should focus on compositions that balance spicy warmth with sweet, resinous, and woody elements.
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004 Gin Cologne by Bon Parfumeur £105.00
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- Key notes:
- juniper
- mandarin
- tobacco
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
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Perfumer: Karine Dubreuil – Sereni
The fourth fragrance in the citrusy section of Bon Parfumeur’s library of perfume themes. This time it’s mandarin gin, juicy and green with a bit of spicy sweet tobacco in the background.
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Živeli by Boka £215.00
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- Key notes:
- brandy
- honey
- leather
- mandarin
- plum
- saffron
- tobacco
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- Aromagroups:
- edible
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“Živeli” (ZHEE-vuh-lee) is a common Serbian toast used to wish good health and a long life. In this extrait, a juicy burst of plum brandy melts into a leathered tobacco, encapsulating a celebratory night out with friends. Giddy joy is further fluffed by cherry and raspberry notes, while the leather aspect is warmed by honey, saffron and labdanum.
This composition is 24% parfum concentration, with 70% natural ingredients. Capped in Mexican Riviera Gray marble in a delicately etched glass bottle.
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Iris Poulsard by Danner & Flemming £280.00
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- Key notes:
- cardamom
- cinnamon
- cocoa
- mandarin
- orris (iris root)
- raspberry
- Aromagroups:
- vintage/old school
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Named after a very old native red grape variety from the French Jura, this sophisticated gourmand iris is built on an exceptionally high concentration of Bavarian iris germanica. This iris glows with woody and fruity-floral notes — and hints of cocoa and coffee. The effect is enhanced with essential oils of cedar wood, green mandarin and cinnamon absolute, resulting in a luxury treat that feels indulgent and comforting at the same time.
Perfumer: Antoinie Lie
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Play Red by Comme Des Garcons £95.00
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- Key notes:
- cinnamon
- geranium
- mandarin
- osmanthus
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
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This edt is a bouquet of all the reds: red mandarin, pink peppercorns, red cherry, saffron, geranium, cinnamon. Myrrh and tolu balsam give it a rich stickiness.
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Tabac Rouge by Phaedon Paris £130.00
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- Key notes:
- benzoin
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- Aromagroups:
- spicy
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Inspired by an Art Deco skyscraper and the paintings of Tamara de Lempicka, Tabac Rouge is a striking androgynous fragrance, conjuring up curling tendrils of incense and tobacco smoke. Turkish tobacco absolute is warmed by ginger and cinnamon, with a luxuriant hint of honey. Tabac Rouge dries down to a lush base of Siam benzoin and musk.
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MYRRHE by Headspace £175.00
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- Key notes:
- cinnamon
- incense
- myrrh
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Perfumer: Julien Rasquinet
Capturing the essence of desert myrrh warmed by the beach. With spicy cinnamon, rich cedar and sweet tangy ambroxan all clarifying and defining the sensational incense. It is a scent of contradiction with amber tones and mineral references that serve a blend that can be peaceful or invigorating. You choose.
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- Key notes:
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- Aromagroups:
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An intense incense that shapeshifts between cold/smoky and warm/creamy. This dream belongs to the mythological Irish warrior poet Ossian, who inspired the Romantic literary movement across 18th century Europe. Rêve d'Ossian conjures misty midnight forests with smouldering notes of pine, frankincense and myrrh, before calling forth the benevolence of Celtic fairies with mellow tonka bean and vanillic benzoin.
Perfumer: Hugo Lambert
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Baraonda by Nasomatto £130.00
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- Key notes:
- amber
- cinnamon
- peru balm
- rum
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Baronda is the perfume of hedonistic pleasures, of throwing caution to the wind, of no longer giving a f**k. Whisky and honey are the opening act here, loosening inhibitions and smoothing the way for a long cruise through cinnamon, immortelle, vanilla and resinous amber.
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Vanille Glacé by Insenf £125.00
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- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- cinnamon
- coffee
- sandalwood
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
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Kajal I by Kajal £195.00
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- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- mandarin
- orange blossom
- patchouli
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
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Spiritually, number one represents beginnings, focus and determination. Kajal l, with its fresh, engaging warmth, has been crafted to underscore one’s innate dignity and charisma. Cassis, grapefruit and mandarin provide the big “hello!”. Guaiac wood, cardamom, orange blossom and cashmeran draw people in, while a soft vanillic cloud of sandalwood and oud extend the allure.
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About 1 Million Privé by Paco Rabanne
- How does 1 Million Privé differ from these fragrances?
- 1 Million Privé combines oriental woody notes with a distinctive balance of cinnamon, mandarin, tobacco, tonka beans, myrrh, and patchouli. While these fragrances share some notes, each brings unique accords like floral, fruity, smoky, or fresh elements that differentiate them from the original. 1 Million Privé’s signature lies in its rich, warm, and resinous composition with a sweet-spicy character.
- Are these fragrances suitable for both day and evening wear?
- Many fragrances similar to 1 Million Privé are versatile enough for both day and evening use due to their warm and spicy profiles. However, fresher or lighter options like 004 Gin Cologne and Energy may be better suited for daytime, while richer, smokier scents such as Tabac Rouge and Baraonda lean more towards evening wear.
- What notes should I focus on if I like 1 Million Privé’s spicy character?
- To capture the spicy character of 1 Million Privé, focus on fragrances containing cinnamon and tobacco, which are key to its warm and intense profile. Notes like tonka beans and patchouli also enhance the sweet and woody aspects that complement the spice.