Vanille Gourmande vs Purple Ruby

Shared character

Both Vanille Gourmande and Purple Ruby belong to the gourmand fragrance family and share a sweet profile. They both feature notes of vanilla, musk, caramel, and strawberry, and are characterized by gourmand, sweet, powdery, and vanilla accords.

How they differ

Vanille Gourmande is distinguished by a rose note and features ambery (oriental), balsamic, and soft spicy accords. In contrast, Purple Ruby incorporates a variety of floral and fruity elements, including jasmine, gardenia, orange blossom, peony, apple, raspberry, and big strawberry, alongside woody notes. Its profile is defined by floral, fruity, caramel, musky, and white floral accords.

Who each suits

Vanille Gourmande suits those who prefer ambery, balsamic, and soft spicy gourmand profiles. Purple Ruby suits those who prefer fragrances with floral, fruity, and white floral characteristics.