fragrance note

Vanilla Sandalwood

1 perfumes

Vanilla Sandalwood is a quintessential gourmand-woody pairing that balances the creamy, lactonic sweetness of Madagascar vanilla with the milky, velvet-smooth depth of Mysore-style sandalwood. Belonging to the oriental-woody family, this accord provides a sophisticated foundation that avoids cloying sugariness, instead offering a resinous, skin-like warmth. It pairs naturally with spicy cardamom or saffron, creating a bridge between soft sweetness and aromatic intensity. In the Gulf, this combination is a staple for evening wear, particularly during the cooler winter months when the scent’s rich, balsamic profile radiates beautifully in the dry air. Arab houses often utilize this duo to anchor complex mukhallats, ensuring that the fragrance maintains a lingering, polished elegance that transitions seamlessly from formal gatherings to intimate settings.