Vanilla Vibes is a vanilla fragrance with an unexpected edge of sea salt. A beach fragrance perfect for the summer.

Juliette Has a Gun is known for its rebellious and unconventional approach to perfumery, often playing with traditional notes but in surprising ways. Vanilla Vibes does not disappoint. It’s Juliette Has a Gun’s take on a beach summer escape. The inspiration is a fusion of two at first seemingly contrasting elements: the warmth and sweetness of vanilla, and the invigorating freshness and saltiness of the ocean.
It’s designed to evoke the feeling of vanilla pods meeting sea salt. Romano Ricci, the nose behind Vanilla Vibes, wanted to take vanilla out of its usual gourmand context and give it a wild, untamed spirit: “Not being a huge fan of sweet notes, I needed to find a twist. I chose sea salt. This transports the vanilla into a mineral dimension…”

This is not your typical vanilla perfume. Rather than sweet, it’s a fresh, mineral, almost ethereal vanilla. The result? A carefree fragrance that evokes movement, freedom, and pleasure. It’s reminiscent of summer beach parties, salty skin kissed by sun, desert heat, or a spur-of-the-moment road trip along the coast.

Scent Description: What Does Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes Smell Like?

Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes is a fascinating interplay of sweet and salty, warm and fresh. It’s a modern amber vanilla fragrance with a distinct marine twist.
It opens with an immediate sea salt note. It’s crisp, mineral, and almost sparkling. The sea salt quickly gives way to a creamy, rich, yet surprisingly airy vanilla. The vanilla here isn’t overly sugary or gourmand. Instead, it feels natural and sophisticated and is beautifully complemented by a subtle floral touch of orchid. The vanilla here is softly sweet, more skin-like than dessert-like.

As the fragrance settles, the base notes emerge. The warmth of tonka bean, sandalwood, and musk appears, creating a soft, sensual, and slightly powdery dry down that lingers beautifully on the skin. These notes add texture and depth to the fragrance. It truly smells like sweet vanilla ice cream melting on sun-warmed, salty skin after a day at the beach, with cool salt breeze from the ocean. Vanilla Vibes offers a unique salty vanilla aroma that is both comforting and intriguing. This is not your usual beach fragrance either. No coconut or sunscreen here. And the sweetness here is airy, almost as if you were to smell the vanilla in the salty breeze.

Notes

Top: Sea salt
Heart: Natural Vanilla Absolute, Orchid Absolute
Base: Absolute Brown Musk, Bezoin Absolute, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean

Sillage & Longevity

Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes has a moderate sillage. It creates a noticeable, inviting aura around the wearer without being overpowering. Hence, it’s the kind of scent that draws people in and leaves a pleasant, lingering impression, making it a great compliment-getter. It’s perfect for casual to semi-intimate settings.
On most skin types, Vanilla Vibes’ longevity is impressive, typically lasting 6-8 hours, sometimes even longer. The warm base notes help anchor the fragrance, thus ensuring a beautiful dry down that stays with you throughout the day. It performs best in warmer weather, becoming more radiant with body heat.

Who is Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes For?

Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes is a versatile and modern unisex fragrance, appealing to those who appreciate a contemporary twist on classic notes. It’s for those who want something fun, modern, and a little rebellious. It’s a great pick for anyone who loves vanilla but wants something fresher and more edgy. Or for those who want a beach scent that stands out from the crowd. Perfect for the free spirit, the beach lover, or the edgy romantic.

Best Season & Occasion to Wear

Vanilla Vibes works better during hotter seasons. Its salty and airy qualities make it an obvious choice for summer, beach days, and sunny afternoons. It also becomes more radiant with body heat. While it’s a summer fragrance, it can also perform well during the warmer days of spring because of its fresh, subtle sweetness and floral notes.

It’s also a versatile fragrance. It’s excellent for everyday wear, casual outings, beach days, pool parties, and summer date nights. It transitions effortlessly from day to night, making it a solid choice for travel. Definitely pack it in your suitcase.

Pros & Cons of Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes

Pros

• Unique take on vanilla: fresh, salty, and not overly sweet
• Versatile and unisex
• Great warm-weather vanilla option
• Easy to wear but still interesting and distinctive
• Good longevity and moderate sillage
• Compliment magnet

Cons

• Might feel too light for those who prefer bold, sweet vanillas
• Not ideal for cold weather as it doesn’t project as well in winter
• The salty opening may be polarizing to some.
• As a niche-leaning designer brand, it comes at a higher price

Juliette Has a Gun Vanilla Vibes (100ml) retails around $150 via Juliette Has a Gun website or 135 via 50ml.it.

For more beach fragrances, see 10 Best Perfumes That Smell Like The Beach.