YSL Libre Vanille Couture is the sweet, boozy-vanilla side of the Libre family: bright orange blossom and lavender on top, warm vanilla and rum underneath. It is a popular gourmand, and it is priced accordingly, at £121 for 50ml at The Perfume Shop when we checked.
What does Libre Vanille Couture actually smell like?
- Top: mandarin, neroli and lavender
- Heart: orange flower, jasmine sambac and lavender
- Base: patchouli, vanilla and rum
The result is a glowing, creamy vanilla with a floral lift and a slightly boozy finish.
Why people look for a Libre Vanille Couture dupe
Sweet vanilla scents are some of the most-worn fragrances in autumn and winter, and a daily wear at over £100 adds up. Many people would rather pay a fraction of the price for a fragrance in the same style, and a small sample lets you test it before buying a bigger bottle.
Introducing Vanilla Blossom — Insp by YSL Libre Vanille
Vanilla Blossom is D&E's take on the floral-vanilla gourmand style. It is an Extrait de Parfum, made with a high concentration of fragrance oil. It costs £44.95 for 50ml, with a 5ml sample bottle at £14.99, plus 15ml, 30ml and a 12ml oil roller. It is best for cosy evenings, date nights and cooler days.
Being upfront about the comparison
No inspired-by fragrance is an exact clone or replica of the original, and Vanilla Blossom is no exception. It is our own composition, made to capture the same warm, floral and vanilla feel. Small differences in the opening, dry down and strength are normal, so try the 5ml sample on your own skin first.
Longevity and projection
As an Extrait de Parfum, Vanilla Blossom is built to last, but performance always varies with skin type, climate and how you apply it. Most people can expect it to stay noticeable for several hours. Spraying on moisturised skin can help it last longer.
The verdict
If you love the creamy, floral-vanilla style of Libre Vanille Couture but not the price, Vanilla Blossom is an easy and affordable one to try, starting with the 5ml sample for £14.99.
Shop Vanilla Blossom — Insp by YSL Libre Vanille
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YSL, Yves Saint Laurent and Libre Vanille Couture are registered trademarks of their respective owner. D&E Fragrances is an independent UK fragrance brand and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Yves Saint Laurent. "Vanilla Blossom" is our own original composition, inspired by the popular fragrance family that Libre Vanille Couture helped define.