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Iris Vainilla by Adolfo Dominguez

Women 2023

Description

Iris Vainilla by Adolfo Dominguez is a fruity floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2023, this composition features top notes of blackcurrant and raspberry; a heart of iris, jasmine, and freesia; and a base of vanilla and musk.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 23%
  • Spring 29%
  • Summer 15%
  • Autumn 34%
  • Day 74%
  • Night 26%

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272 votes

  • Positive 80%
  • Negative 7.0%
  • Neutral 13%
positive reviews 272 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterFeminine

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In the collection

Leading answer I want it

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Leading answer Autumn

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Leading answer Day

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About Iris Vainilla

Main accord iris Year 2023 Gender Women

Iris Vainilla by Adolfo Dominguez is a fruity floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2023, this composition features top notes of blackcurrant and raspberry; a heart of iris, jasmine, and freesia; and a base of vanilla and musk.

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

173 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

170 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally feminine

183 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Good value

168 votes

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  1. veronica.pgd

    What a vegan perfume! Few options at a good price that smell this good. For its price, it delivers everything. It’s a light vanilla that doesn’t get cloying thanks to the iris, perfect for summer because it’s light, though it’s more autumnal and spring-like. Ideal for everyday wear; it smells great and isn’t heavy. It’s intimate with low projection, staying close to the skin. At first, it radiates fresh and sweet, floral, with some sillage. After half an hour, the iris gives way to a fresh floral vanilla, not gourmand. It sits right on the skin like a second skin. To recommend it: carry a travel atomizer and reapply every 2 hours, or just drench yourself; the price allows it and your conscience stays clean since it’s vegan and recycled. Apply unscented moisturizer beforehand to make it last longer. It’s simple, but it recalls the DNA of La Vie Est Belle: bright, lively, cheerful, with the same perspective as Givenchy’s Irresistible. It’s not a dark vanilla, but a bright, powdery, innocent, and soft one. It could suit a 12-year-old, a 16-year-old, a 25-year-old, or a 40-year-old woman. It depends on your personality.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  2. To me, it’s a scent for a good girl. A fruity combination of iris with vanilla, quite simple and maybe a bit generic, but very rich. Initially, it’s a sweet fruity bomb on my skin, mostly raspberry, which then gradually turns powdery until it settles into its heart, very floral, before becoming slightly woody and amber in the dry-down. In short, a delicate, pretty scent that warms you up. As for performance, it’s not bad considering the price: about 5-6 hours on my skin with moderate projection and trail. The bottles in this line seem sober but very beautiful and elegant, with the right colors. I want to have them all in my vanity. Feminine, versatile, ideal for daily wear. I find it very wearable, perfect for gifting to a woman of any age, with a very good quality/price ratio.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  3. andyoviedx

    It smells rich but it’s not what I expected. I bought the wrong one; I wanted the Terracota Musk but didn’t know which bottle it was and just went with the look. The thing is, it smells nice BUT the longevity isn’t what I was looking for. It’s powdery, with beast-mode iris and vanilla, which are the standout notes. I saw reviews saying it’s for a little girl and they’re right. On me it lasted about 3 hours; the rest was skin scent only. The set with the perfume roller to reapply didn’t help, but I’ll finish it since someone gifted it to me and I’m not planning to gift it back. The packaging is 10/10. I loved all the bottles in that collection. I hope to buy the correct one soon and leave the review nobody asked for, haha.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  4. It’s sweet from the vanilla but not cloying or gourmand; fine, delicate, clean, and slightly powdery from the iris and musk. I find it charming and irresistible. Someone offered to buy me whatever perfume I wanted; I had to choose between this and L’Interdit Rouge. Knowing the giver liked strong perfumes, I gave in and took the L’Interdit, 100 euros for the 125 ml bottle. Despite being a gift, it hurt my soul. At home, with the card for this Iris Vanilla, I couldn’t resist and bought it online because it stole my heart. Even though the other smells good and is from a big house, the body wants what it wants, and the rest doesn’t matter.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Sweet

  5. It disappointed me. It’s delicate, powdery, and very subtle. While pleasant, it’s nearly imperceptible: no projection, poor longevity, and not original. It’s a soft, slightly powdery vanilla without blackberry notes. For the low price, it’s not worth it. It feels informal and feminine, maybe for a girl or pre-teen, but for a woman, it’s too mild. On my skin with shower, it lasted 3.5 hours with zero projection or trail. Don’t buy blindly; at this price, there are better options like Adolfo Dominguez’s Agua Fresca de Azahar, which, despite shorter longevity, smells much better.

    • Vanilla
    • Powdery
    • Longevity
    • Sillage

  6. Lula Varela

    I bought it almost blindly and knew I’d like it. I tried IRIS VAINILLA and TERRACOTA MUSK; both performed well. IRIS VAINILLA is sweet, subtle, and hyper-romantic, while TERRACOTA smells clean and soapy—nothing I dislike, but it gave off a baby perfume vibe (if you love those notes, go for TERRACOTA), which is why I chose Iris. Lasted exactly 1 hour on the clock with little sillage, but it’s beautiful. It’s not a powerhouse, but it pleasantly surprised me. Affordable price. Recommended for cold seasons. Thumbs up 👍

    • Iris
    • Longevity
    • Sweet
    • Sillage

  7. FlorPerfumito21

    A very refined, delicate, and super feminine perfume. You can smell the vanilla without it being gourmand or cloying, with a lot of iris. There’s a hint of fruit, but minimal. It smells like compact makeup powder with vanilla. It doesn’t project much; it’s more for yourself. I didn’t like it because I’m not into powdery scents and the iris feels extremely dry to me. I recognize it’s very well made; if you like powdery perfumes with iris and vanilla, you’ll love it.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Sweet

  8. anamaestracorreo

    A clear example of a perfume that’s meh right out of the box, but after a year it’s gained body and excellent projection. I understand it’s similar to Fleur Terrible, but here it’s less aquatic and more powdery. If you like one, you’ll like the other, though they aren’t twins. It’s a scent that conveys calm and tranquility to me. It’s not a super powerhouse, but it makes me feel wonderful.

    • Powdery
    • Sillage

  9. thesongofhecate

    It’s become one of my new favorite fragrances. I tried it in-store a few weeks ago and liked it, but didn’t buy it until yesterday. No regrets: it lasts long, projects well, and is worth it. It’s my first perfume from the brand. It smells sweet, powdery, and vanilla-forward; what I notice most is iris, vanilla, raspberry, blackcurrant, musk, and freesia. I don’t detect any jasmine at all.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  10. How delicate! ❤ It’s pure, super powdery vanilla with a tender, youthful, and exquisitely delicate vanilla base. I can picture the wearer in a loose pastel dress, surrounded by flowers and a tray of sweets at a picnic. Very romantic. The only thing missing is projection and longevity, haha. But the scent itself is super cute and ideal for everyday wear in any season. It’s love ♡

    • Vanilla
    • Powdery
    • Longevity
    • Sillage

  11. Fersita_albohastamorir

    Perfect sweet and powdery perfume for cold, cloudy, and night days. It opens with raspberry and blackcurrant; as it dries down, it feels like a soft bed of iris and jasmine. I also sense a deep, slightly smoky vanilla. Then it turns powdery, dominated by raspberry with iris and that deep, smoky, powdery vanilla. On me it lasts about 7-8 hours and on clothes until I wash them.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  12. Platypus5

    I thought it was a pleasant, clean floral ideal for daily work. The vanilla isn’t overwhelming; it just provides a dense base for the star flowers. The fruity notes stay in the background with a light sweetness. Although I’m not into powdery scents, it worked well on my skin and felt fresher to me than dry. The downside is poor sillage and longevity.

    • Vanilla
    • Powdery
    • Longevity
    • Sweet

  13. Oreo13

    I think the most beautiful thing about this fragrance is its simplicity. Its name describes it perfectly: Iris, Vanilla, and nothing else. The musk gives it that powdery dry-down; that vanilla smells different, and I love that. I don’t have anything like this in my collection. I wish it lasted longer, but considering the price, I feel it’s good.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Musk

  14. Aromadicciones

    Very delicate scent. It starts with the tartness of cranberries and ends with the powdery iris mixed with the sweet, warm vanilla. It’s a “SOUL HUG”. The vanilla reminds me of MOD VANILLA. Nothing harsh, just so sweet I swear it has a hint of caramel. If you like powdery and gourmand scents, this is for you. Plus, it’s a great price.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Sweet

  15. So far, it smells like baby oil, maybe for after a bath or before bed. Honestly, it’s the least sexy thing I can imagine; it’s not ugly, just lacks charm. I’ll edit later—I thought I’d like it more. Now I do. CONCLUSION: If you like very subtle scents and are looking for a signature, give it a try; it might work.

  16. piedadoriele

    I love it! It reminds me of the Montblanc Signature, but much more powdery. For me, Iris Vanilla is the richest in the collection; you like sweets but not cloying ones. Nude Musk is also a must-have for being a classic clean scent. The sillage is very personal; it doesn’t trail, but everything is fine with that.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Sweet

  17. Bramasole

    I love it. It makes me feel super sexy and elegant. Its simplicity is unique: the classic ‘less is more’ concentrated in a perfume. You don’t need much to have something rounded, with character, natural, and that ‘here I am’ touch. For me, it’s a compliment magnet. Iris plus vanilla equals perfection.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Compliments

  18. Conchinavajas

    The name doesn’t lie: IRIS + VAINILLA, but that vanilla is delicate, subtle, nothing synthetic or childish. That said, it’s not a bad thing—it’s just that: nothing more surprising, no evolution, nothing novel. It’s a pleasant everyday perfume that doesn’t draw excessive attention, subtle and delicate.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris

  19. Dama Incognita

    The first thing I noticed was the fruity note; I imagined cranberries. That fades quickly, leaving behind a very diluted vanilla. I sense the iris, but it’s not as sharp as in Prada nor as powdery. In summary: a very soft, linear, neutral floral-vanilla fragrance, suitable for any occasion.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Floral

  20. florigiuli

    A total disappointment. Don’t buy it blindly. On my skin, I don’t smell any vanilla; it only smells a bit like an essence in the air. Luckily, I got it as an exchange and only paid 30k pesos, but I expected something sweeter and richer. Yes, it has that makeup powder scent others mention.

    • Vanilla

  21. estefipb

    Daily body splash. It doesn’t sound as delicate as people say; on the contrary, it feels a bit rough. It’s just vanilla and iris, nothing more. But it’s spray vanilla, nothing subtle. I don’t dislike it—I like it—but it smells like Victoria’s Secret: super sweet and unsophisticated.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Sweet

  22. KattyVaras

    It smells delicious, similar to those purple anise candies. However, on my skin, it dries down to a herbal scent. Could it be the freesia? Haha, I just have bad luck with perfumes. It’s like a joke because the aroma is exquisite. Ideal for autumn and spring; it’s beautiful.

    • Freesia
    • Autumn
    • Spring

  23. Ninis

    I never reviewed anything because I don’t have an expert nose, but I fell in love and bought it. It lasts all day and even the next day it’s still there. Sometimes I reapply to boost the strength. It’s super comfortable, doesn’t overpower, and feels amazing. TRY IT!

    • Longevity

  24. Dry, subtle sweetness. It calms down with the cold and embraces like a brand new wool scarf. It’s a play between iris and vanilla that blend without being cloying, with very pleasant subtlety. Imagine a freshly baked iris and vanilla cupcake.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Sweet

  25. steffDV122

    I bought it on impulse during a sale and instantly fell in love. It’s my first AD and I wear it daily. Lasts 4-6 hours on my skin, and that soft vanilla is the best part. Didn’t disappoint, so I’ll definitely try more from this designer.

    • Vanilla
    • Longevity

  26. A_happy_someone

    A romantic iris softened by a whisper of vanilla. It didn’t last long on my skin; after two hours, only faint iris or vanilla remained, with soft violet notes peeking through. Could be perfect for those seeking something discreet.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Longevity
    • Violet

  27. Kellyperfumlover

    Beautiful. At first, it seemed a bit weak on paper, but on skin, I loved it. It only reminds me of CHRISTMAS 😍😍. It’s soft, delicate, and makes you smile, evoking joy and gifts ☺️😚. Smells like a creamy, lovely bow.

  28. marpe77

    Nothing to highlight. It’s very soft, light, and sweet, but not potent. It’s not overwhelming and wearable, but it doesn’t speak to me. I’m not usually drawn to vanilla scents, so I wouldn’t buy it.

    • Vanilla
    • Sweet

  29. bouquet

    Powdery and creamy scent. I don’t detect the cranberries, but I do sense the iris and vanilla that give it sweetness. Lasts moderately on skin and isn’t overwhelming. It’s a pleasant perfume.

    • Vanilla
    • Iris
    • Powdery
    • Longevity

  30. florenciaviale

    Smells like creamy, powdery vanilla with a floral touch—intimate and sillage-free. Lasted about 4 hours on my skin before fading to almost nothing. Perfect for a delicate daytime scent.

    • Vanilla
    • Powdery
    • Longevity
    • Sillage