Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Paradise and The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Paradise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jinkoh Store (2021) dominated by Sweet accords. The Moon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2019) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Sweet, Woody, Leather, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Paradise or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Paradise scores 4.67/5 vs The Moon at 4.25/5. The Moon's standout strength: Exceptional complexity and quality that justifies premium niche pricing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Vanilla Paradise and The Moon smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. The Moon: The community consensus is highly positive, with The Moon widely regarded as one of the best oud fragrances ever made and a flagship niche fragrance that justifies its premium price.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanilla Paradise or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

The Moon: Outstanding longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Vanilla Paradise vs The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Paradise scores highest for all seasons wear; The Moon scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Paradise leans daytime, The Moon leans evening.

Vanilla Paradise vs The Moon

Comparison Summary

Unique to The Moon (17)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — The Moon

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Attribute	Vanilla Paradise	The Moon
Brand	Jinkoh Store	Frederic Malle
Year	2021	2019
Rating	4.67	4.25
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	17