Side-by-side comparison of Black Vanilla Absolute by Perry Ellis and London for Men by Burberry
Perry Ellis
Burberry
| Attribute | Black Vanilla Absolute | London for Men |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Perry Ellis | Burberry |
| Year | 2015 | 2006 |
| Rating | 4.38 | 4.25 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 5 | 9 |
45 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.5
/10
Black Vanilla Absolute is appreciated by the r/fragrance community for its sweet, boozy vanilla scent at an accessible price, making it a good budget alternative to pricier vanilla fragrances like Spirituese Double Vanille. However, the fragrance is consistently criticized for weak longevity and projection, lasting only 1-2 hours, and the line's discontinuation limits availability.
56 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
The r/fragrance community appreciates Burberry London for Men's pleasant seasonal scent and affordable price, but consistently reports disappointing longevity of only 2-4 hours on skin. While the fragrance is well-regarded for its warm spices and holiday appeal, the weak performance is a significant drawback that many users accept only because of the low cost and ease of reapplication.