Vanori Sylvaine Delacourte 2018

I can't simply overlook the fifth fragrance from Sylvaine Delacourte's vanilla collection; it too possesses a considerable amount of charm.
Therefore, I hope to do it justice here, even if I may bore some of my readers in the process.
But fairness demands that "Vanori" not simply vanish into nothingness.

"Vanori" transports you to its own fragrant island that appeals to all the senses.
The bitter aroma of grapefruit is refined with pink pepper. The already familiar, light vanilla struggles for a moment to assert itself against this duo.
Thus, it seeks support right from the start from the robust styrax resin. This brings warmth and a slight illusion of vanilla scent.
Together, they successfully play against this opening duo of considerable strength.
In my olfactory perception, the match is now balanced and ready to welcome the splendid blooms of jasmine and frangipani in a loving embrace.
The immense fragrance beauty of jasmine harmonizes extremely well with the enchanting scent of frangipani, which is not entirely uncontroversial.
Frangipani also carries the name "West Indian Jasmine"; perhaps that’s why they form such a unique fragrance duo. Unfortunately, they are a tiny bit "stinky" here as well - but only a little!

This sweet-scented mixture is now enriched with a good dose of syrupy honey: if it weren't for the benzoin with its resinous, slightly scratchy spiciness, it would be too much of this almost intoxicating sweetness for me!
But this resin, and especially sandalwood with its typical, always slightly sensual scent power, provide a balancing base.
Thus, "Vanori" becomes one of those fragrances that offer a timeout in its own unique way.

According to research, "Vanori" is a girl's name meaning "God is my Strength".
This fragrance certainly imparts a certain strength: it transports you to an island far removed from all the stress of everyday life.
"Vanori's" advantage seems to be that everyone can create their own island: new every day, and adapted to the necessity of each day. (A lovely thought!)
I experienced "Vanori" as a kind of guardian spirit/angel.
That’s why this fragrance is a helpful and welcome companion for me, especially now at the beginning of the somewhat gloomier season.

The delicate fragrance, which does not last for hours in its tenderness, is worth noting.
Women with a preference for feminine scents who wish to subtly yet positively emphasize their femininity will surely find a suitable partner in "Vanori".

For me, this fragrance is unfortunately the weakest of the five vanilla collection.
But that doesn’t mean that all fairies and good spirits have left it - it still has that ethereal quality!