Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Bean and Yara?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Bean is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Kuumba Made (undated) dominated by Vanilla accords. Yara is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lattafa Perfumes (2020) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 3 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Bean or Yara?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Bean scores 4.29/5 vs Yara at 3.98/5. On r/fragrance, Vanilla Bean sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Yara is 0.0/10 (mixed). Vanilla Bean's standout strength: Receives compliments and positive reactions from others. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Vanilla Bean and Yara smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Vanilla Bean: Kuumba Made Vanilla Bean is well-regarded for its pure, bakery-like vanilla scent that generates compliments and smells like cookies to many wearers. Yara: No community consensus on Yara by Lattafa Perfumes was found in the provided Reddit discussion.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanilla Bean or Yara?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Bean: Poor longevity and projection - difficult to make it last Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Vanilla Bean vs Yara?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Bean scores highest for fall wear; Yara scores highest for all seasons wear. Vanilla Bean leans daytime, Yara leans daytime.

Vanilla Bean vs Yara

Comparison Summary

Unique to Yara (8)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Vanilla Bean

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Yara

Attribute	Vanilla Bean	Yara
Brand	Kuumba Made	Lattafa Perfumes
Year	—	2020
Rating	4.29	3.98
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	8