Best Vanilla Woods by The 7 Virtues Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Vanilla Woods by The 7 Virtues is an oriental woody fragrance that blends the sweetness of pear and caramel with the warmth of vanilla and amber, balanced by the floral touch of rose. The composition is rich yet approachable, with a smooth caramel depth and a subtle amber glow. Those interested in scents with a blend of fruity freshness, floral softness, and creamy vanilla warmth will find this direction appealing.
Hanamizake (Watching Sakura & Drinking Sake) by J-Scent £122.00
- Key notes:
- apple
- pear
- raspberry
- rose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Hanamizake refers to drinking Japanese sake underneath the cherry blossom trees while petals slowly flutter into your cup. The aroma of cherry blossoms and ginjo sake dances tipsily into the last musk note, summoning this serene hanami (cherry blossom viewing) experience.
FIG PORN by BORNTOSTANDOUT £160.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- fig
- lactonic nuance
- musk
- pear
- peony
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- green
- unconventional
A milky green fig oozing sweet musk.
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Isla Bohemia by CARNER £150.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- milky nuance
- orris (iris root)
- pear
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
The wild and free spirit of a lost island captured in a fruity and sweet perfume with notes of icy pear, soft iris and creamy vanilla. Happy and juicy, Isla Bohemia slows its roll into a mellow base of sandalwood and musk.
Hélène by Rance 1795 £110.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- jasmine
- magnolia
- patchouli
- peach
- pear
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Hélène Napoleone was the daughter of Napoleon’s last lover, Albine de Montholon, and although it was never confirmed if the now-exiled Emperor was indeed her father, he did give her his name, so…? Her namesake fragrance is a vivacious bouquet of fruits and florals, headlined by sparkling pear and creamy magnolia. The charm deepens with the amber base, warmed by sandalwood and patchouli.
Disco Inferno by Maison Matine £115.00
- Key notes:
- frangipani
- patchouli
- peach
- pear
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
Ah the wiliness of youth! You think that fresh face shines with only innocence, until a feral cunning presents itself. Disco Inferno starts off playing the game with happy-sappy pear and peach blossom, frangipani and pineapple. Then you realise oud and soft woods are at work behind scenes, allowing that innocent visage into places they should never be allowed.
Faire Le Mur | Going AWOL by Maison Matine £115.00
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- osmanthus
- pear
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
“Faire le mur” means “going AWOL” en Français, and if you’re going to make a break for it, you might as well do it fragrantly with this fruity-floral escapade. Heady jasmine and spicy lily get juicy thanks to orange and pear. Osmanthus, with its delicate apricot tea facet, bridges flowers to fruits.
Ibiza Nights by CARNER £150.00
- Key notes:
- anise seeds
- benzoin
- mandarin
- pear
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- spicy
- woody
Sun soaked dayz and disco nights, this scent captures the character of Ibiza with white florals and aromatic star anise. Chic, cool, joyful!
Pâquerettes (Daisies) by Milleseve £115.00
- Key notes:
- basil
- carrot seeds
- green beans
- hyacinth
- lilac
- pear
- tomato leaves
- Aromagroups:
- floral
Hands in the soil. Fruits, vegetables and flowers mingle in the joyful disorder of a sun-drenched family garden. Daisy bouquets, juicy mirabelle plums and sweet raspberries. A harvest of crunchy beans and a table decorated with roses, freesias and hydrangeas. A sheen of green: green grass, green beans, green sap.
Pear Pavlova by French Cowboy £90.00
- Key notes:
- almond
- meringue
- pear
- pink pepper
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- woody
Comes on juicy and fluffy before revealing its true character. Co-created by Allie Goodbun, a showgirl at an iconic Parisian cabaret, Pear Pavlova mirrors her qualities as a dancer: the duality of lightness with strength. Aquatic pear and airy meringue are anchored by musky ambrette seed and heady jasmine sambac to give it unexpected va-va-voom.
Princess of China | 中國公主 by d'Annam £130.00
- Key notes:
- pear
- peony
- silk
Inspired by the noblewomen of dynasties past, Princess of China is soft yet radiant—like flowers in full bloom. It celebrates China’s rich history and imperial femininity through luminous petals and delicate fruits. Graceful and timeless.
About Vanilla Woods by The 7 Virtues
- How does Vanilla Woods differ from the fragrances listed here?
- Vanilla Woods combines pear, rose, vanilla, caramel, and amber into an oriental woody scent with a warm, sweet, and slightly floral profile. The listed fragrances share some notes but vary in focus, ranging from fresh and clean to beastly or powdery, often lacking the precise caramel and amber warmth of Vanilla Woods.
- What are the key notes that define Vanilla Woods?
- Vanilla Woods is defined by its blend of pear and rose providing fruity and floral brightness, softened by creamy vanilla and caramel sweetness, and anchored by warm amber and woody accords.
- Can these fragrances be worn year-round like Vanilla Woods?
- Many of these fragrances offer fresh and sweet elements suitable for spring and summer, while those with amber, patchouli, or musk notes can transition well into cooler months. However, the presence or absence of certain notes like caramel or musk may affect seasonal appropriateness.