What's the difference between Cacao Pimento and Vanille Havane?+
Cacao Pimento is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from La Closerie des Parfums (2025) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Vanille Havane is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Indemodables (2020) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Cacao, Sweet, Rum.
Which is better, Cacao Pimento or Vanille Havane?+
By community rating, Cacao Pimento scores 3.93/5 vs Vanille Havane at 4.33/5. Vanille Havane's standout strength: Excellent tobacco and vanilla balance that surpasses Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Cacao Pimento and Vanille Havane smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Vanille Havane: Vanille Havane by Les Indemodables receives positive recognition from the community as a standout tobacco-vanilla fragrance that competes well with established options.
Which lasts longer, Cacao Pimento or Vanille Havane?+
Vanille Havane: Performance issues reported by some wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Cacao Pimento vs Vanille Havane?+
Cacao Pimento scores highest for winter wear; Vanille Havane scores highest for winter wear. Cacao Pimento leans evening, Vanille Havane leans evening.
