Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco vs Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille.
At a glance
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco costs £19.50 and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla costs £22.50, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco is £3 cheaper. No identical notes are listed for both. Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille.
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Vanilla & Tobacco is Flavia's warm, gourmand interpretation of Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille, pairing dried tobacco leaf with a rich vanilla and cacao heart.
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Darkest Vanilla is a dark, ambery gourmand from Marks & Spencer's M&S Studio range that layers toasted vanilla and plum over cashmere wood and vetiver, drawing loosely on the rich, resinous warmth that made Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille a modern classic.
Comparison
| Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco | Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.7/10 · 1 review | 6.3/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.5/10 | 5.5/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 5.0/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Price | £19.50 | £22.50 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille | Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
No identical notes are recorded in both note pyramids.
How the notes differ
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco lists Tobacco Leaf, Spicy Notes, Vanilla, Cacao, Tonka Bean, Tobacco Blossom, Dried Fruits and Woody Notes that Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla does not.
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla lists Pink Pepper, Mandarin, Plum, Orchid, Toasted Vanilla, Cashmere Wood, Amber and Vetiver that Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Both share Vanilla. Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco also lists Woody, Tobacco, Cacao and Spicy. Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla also lists Amber.
Vibes
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Both share Sweet, Warm, Modern, Classic and Gourmand. Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco also lists Cosy and Confident. Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla also lists Dark and Light.
Occasions
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Both share Signature and Evening. Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco also lists Autumn, Winter, Everyday and Cosy.
Performance
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco lists Performs well. Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla lists Moderate projection, Skin scent and Moderate to strong.
Style lane
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco lists Vanilla gourmand. Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla lists Vanilla amber.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco (7.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco (7.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco (7.8/10)
- Value for money: Wins Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco (£19.50)
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco has 1 community review and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco or Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco costs £19.50 and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla costs £22.50, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco is £3 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco or Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla 5.5 out of 10, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco rates higher.
Which projects more, Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco or Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla 5.0 out of 10, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco rates higher.
Which is closer to Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille, Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco or Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla 6.5 out of 10, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco rates higher.
Which is better value, Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco or Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla 8.0 out of 10, so Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco rates higher.
What notes do Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla share?
No identical notes are listed for both.
Which occasions suit Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco and Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla?
Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Everyday and Cosy. Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla is tagged for Signature and Evening.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
- Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille vs Flavia Vanilla & Tobacco
- Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille vs Marks & Spencer Darkest Vanilla