Question 1

What's the difference between True Vanilla and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

True Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Library of Flowers (2013) dominated by Vanilla accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Vanilla, Amber, Powdery, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, True Vanilla or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, True Vanilla scores 4.42/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do True Vanilla and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Amber, Powdery, Balsamic, Vanilla. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, True Vanilla or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits True Vanilla vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

True Vanilla scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. True Vanilla leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

True Vanilla vs By the Fireplace

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to True Vanilla (2)

Unique to By the Fireplace (8)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — By the Fireplace

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Attribute	True Vanilla	By the Fireplace
Brand	Library of Flowers	Maison Martin Margiela
Year	2013	2015
Rating	4.42	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	9