Question 1

What's the difference between Sweet Vanilla and Lira?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2015) dominated by Vanilla accords. Lira is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2011) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 4 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Sweet, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, Sweet Vanilla or Lira?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sweet Vanilla scores 4.01/5 vs Lira at 4.29/5. On r/fragrance, Sweet Vanilla sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Lira is 6.5/10 (mixed). Sweet Vanilla's standout strength: Nostalgic gourmand scent with distinctive apricot note. Lira's standout strength: Delicious gourmand scent with lemon, caramel, and vanilla notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Sweet Vanilla and Lira smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Sweet Vanilla: Sweet Vanilla by Montale receives positive marks from gourmand fragrance enthusiasts who appreciate its distinctive apricot-vanilla combination and nostalgic candy character. Lira: Xerjoff Lira is a polarizing gourmand fragrance that impresses devoted fans with its delicious cake-like scent, interesting supporting notes, and strong projection, but frustrates others with its cloying sweetness, play-doh undertones, and high price-to-performance ratio.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Sweet Vanilla or Lira?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Vanilla: Longevity concerns not addressed Lira: Good longevity and projection, noticeable to others Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Sweet Vanilla vs Lira?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Vanilla scores highest for winter wear; Lira scores highest for fall wear. Sweet Vanilla leans daytime, Lira leans daytime.

Sweet Vanilla vs Lira

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Lira (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Sweet Vanilla

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Community-sentimentpuls — Lira

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Eigenschap	Sweet Vanilla	Lira
Merk	Montale	Xerjoff
Jaar	2015	2011
Beoordeling	4.01	4.29
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	9