What's the difference between Lye and Un Bois Vanille?+
Lye is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Gabriella Chieffo (2014) dominated by Amber accords. Un Bois Vanille is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2003) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Amber, Woody, Powdery.
Which is better, Lye or Un Bois Vanille?+
By community rating, Lye scores 4.02/5 vs Un Bois Vanille at 4.09/5. Un Bois Vanille's standout strength: Strong sillage and projection (lasts 12+ hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Lye and Un Bois Vanille smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Un Bois Vanille: Un Bois Vanille semble être un parfum polarisant avec des qualités de performance fortes mais un attrait limité auprès du grand public.
Which lasts longer, Lye or Un Bois Vanille?+
Un Bois Vanille: Strong sillage and projection (lasts 12+ hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Lye vs Un Bois Vanille?+
Lye scores highest for fall wear; Un Bois Vanille scores highest for winter wear. Lye leans daytime, Un Bois Vanille leans daytime.
