Best Tropical Kiss by French Avenue Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Tropical Kiss is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance that combines the sweetness of mango and coconut with the floral brightness of orange blossom and ylang ylang. Chamomile and orris root add a powdery, slightly herbal nuance, while amber and benzoin bring warmth and resinous depth. This scent balances tropical fruitiness with creamy vanilla and soft florals, creating a warm yet fresh experience for those drawn to exotic, gourmand compositions with a subtle powdery finish.
Ambrosia by Byermia £125.00
- Key notes:
- civet
- coconut
- guava
- heliotrope
- mango
- mimosa
- orris (iris root)
- peach
- plumeria
- sandalwood
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- vintage/old school
Inspired by the mythical nectar of the gods, Ambrosia opens with the sweet, delicate notes of plumeria and mango, layered with the lush richness of peach, lychee, and coconut. The heart reveals the creamy depth of heliotrope, musk, and guava, while wafts of French orris, Mysore and Sri Lankan sandalwood, Indian tuberose and vintage Ethiopian civet evoke a divine atmosphere—capturing the essence of heavenly indulgence.
Fawaki Fawaki by Mabra £75.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- coconut
- mango
- pineapple
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- vintage/old school
- woody
Fruit punch with emphasis on the PUNCH. Scratchy-sweet pineapple joins forces with crisp green apple and rich mango for a tropical explosion. Before the dust settles, soft almond and coconut infuse the floral and woody haze.
Daintree Rain Tea by Raconteur £155.00
- Key notes:
- black tea
- blue lotus root
- chamomile
- petrichor
- rain drops
- sea salt
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- green
- marine
- unconventional
The Daintree in Australia is the oldest rainforest in the world, whose 180 million years of existence has seen the comings and goings of dinosaurs, ice ages and early humans. It’s a haven for birds, butterflies and bats, and all manner of mosses and ferns — up to 3,000 plant species in all. Daintree Rain Tea pays gentle tribute to this vast nature reserve with a soft and clean blend of balsamic buddha wood, grassy apple-tinged chamomile, and ethereal blue lotus root. An accord of rain-dappled leaves and damp earth lifts up the pleasing rubber nuance supplied by black tea. A haven of a fragrance.
Monkeyflower by Stora Skuggan £130.00
- Key notes:
- chamomile
- fig
- hay
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
This is a fantasy interpretation of the long-lost scent of the musk monkeyflower, beloved in Victorian England for its delicate yellow petals and rich musk smell. That is, until the turn of the twentieth century, when the flower suddenly lost its odour. This biological mystery continues to stump botanists and windowbox gardeners alike. So until the monkeyflower rediscovers its mojo, Stora Skuggan has created an imaginary version, a sunny meadow of flowers and herbs. Gently fruity chamomile and fig swirl through a landscape of comforting hay and musk. A sunscreen accord suggests bare skin warming in the late afternoon heat. Mellow and uplifting.
Sloth by Zoologist £200.00
- Key notes:
- chamomile
- hay
- mushroom
- oakmoss
- violet leaf
- Aromagroups:
- green
- unconventional
- woody
The perfumer: Prin Lomros (also the creator behind PRIN, Prissana and Strangers.)
The story: chillin in a mossy rainforest.
Sloth is beautifully slow green perfume. The formula is lazily climbing from the dark green of moss, hay and in the base – up – towards bright green of marigold and herbs in the top.
Mulberry Fig by Floris £180.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- coconut
- fig
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- green
- woody
An Eau de Parfum with floral amber notes, Mulberry Fig, is a warm creamy scent combined with bittersweet, green, and powdery orris notes to an incredible effect.
Created by the in-house perfumery team at 89 Jermyn Street.
Inspired by St James's Park, a quick promenade away from our Jermyn Street shop, one of London’s oldest Royal Parks, surrounded by some of the country’s most famous landmarks and lush greenery.
Creamy sweet and bitter green aromas encompass the shoreline of the blissful lake towered by an abundance of fig trees, immense in scale with elongated deciduous leaves flaunting their architectural foliage, believed to be the largest in Britain.
Mulberry Fig is a scent that evokes a floral amber fragrance combining the soft powdery character of orris with hints of fruit and spice. The perfume opens with a sparkle of fig and cardamom supported from the heart with fragrant green tones of vetiver and cypress. Amyris, cedarwood and sandalwood emphasise the overall woody character that permeates through the perfume.
Alyazia by Maysson £180.00
- Key notes:
- orange blossom
- orris (iris root)
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- vintage/old school
The name Alyazia is associated with a rare and delicate gazelle, symbolising grace, elegance and natural beauty. With its traditional Bedouin roots, the name has a strong connection to the heritage of the Arabian Gulf. The fragrance opens with plush, tender violet, illuminated by a solar heart of wild strawberry and orange blossom. The cushioned base of iris, vanilla, tonka bean and sandalwood extends the “ahhhhhhh” of this comforting scent.
La Playa by CARNER £150.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- orange blossom
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- marine
A relaxing beach day: bright skies, gleaming skin and hot sand under your feet. La Playa summons the sun in a fruity and sweet perfume that launches with shimmering orange blossom and lemon. Creamy coconut, rich pistachio and vanilla are enhanced by the varied wonders of tonka bean. Tonka does an intriguing little shuffle through dry hay, powdered milk and coconut flesh, enhancing the feel-good beachiness.
302 Groovy Amber by Bon Parfumeur £115.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- benzoin
- coconut
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- spicy
An amber composition with an exotic coconut twist.
Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 302 if you like the oriental theme in perfume: ambers, sensual sandawoods with cool spices such as cardamom.
Perfumer for 302: Sidonie Lancesseur (also the nose behind 1270 by Frapin and Lumiere Blance by Olfactive Studio, and many Killian hits among others).
Story Of Your Life by Etat Libre d'Orange £155.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- benzoin
- caramel
- incense
- labdanum
- orange blossom
- rum
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- leather
- woody
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About Tropical Kiss by French Avenue
- What makes Tropical Kiss distinctive compared to these fragrances?
- Tropical Kiss combines a unique blend of tropical fruits like mango and coconut with powdery florals such as chamomile and orris, plus warm amber and benzoin. Its balance of creamy vanilla sweetness and fresh florals gives it a distinct Oriental Vanilla character that is not fully replicated by any single fragrance listed here.
- Are there fragrances here that focus more on the floral or the fruity aspect of Tropical Kiss?
- Yes, Ambrosia and La Playa emphasise the floral components with notes like tuberose and orange blossom, while 202 and Fawaki Fawaki highlight the fruity tropical side with mango and pineapple. Others, like 302 and Story Of Your Life, concentrate more on the warm, resinous amber and benzoin aspects.
- Can I expect any of these fragrances to be powdery like Tropical Kiss?
- Ambrosia and Fawaki Fawaki both have powdery facets, notably through orris and vanilla notes, which relate to the powdery character in Tropical Kiss. Mulberry Fig also offers a soft powdery element thanks to orris root.









