Vanille Glacé is a marron glacé finished with vanilla in place of chestnut. The sugar isn’t in a hurry. It soaks in one layer at a time, finishing with a glossy sheen. The first impression is brown sugar syrup, with cinnamon drawing the syrup into sharper focus. At its heart, the vanilla leans heavy rather than white and airy. Freshly baked madeleine adds soft warmth, and espresso casts a thin, bitter shadow at the edge of the sweetness.
The drydown gives full reign to blond woods, tonka bean and musk, lending reassurance to the indulgence.
Best Lemon Puff by Nette Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Lemon Puff by Nette is a floral fruity gourmand with a radiant citrus opening of lemon and bergamot, softened by jasmine's delicate floral heart. Almond and brown sugar add a creamy sweetness, anchored by warm sandalwood and vanilla for a smooth, comforting finish. Those drawn to this fragrance will appreciate a balance of bright citrus, subtle florals, and a gourmand base that combines sweetness with woody depth.
New to Bloom? Get 10% off your first order with code NICHE10
1
Marcelle by Marie Jeanne £91.67
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £5.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- jasmine
- lemon
- mandarin
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- woody
Perfumer: Michèle Saramito
A new addition to Bloom’s portfolio, an elegant cologne with sweet sun kissed citruses, honeyed neroli and amber background.
With classic formulas it’s the quality of the ingredients that matters. Marie Jeanne might be a new perfume house, but it’s founded by a young perfumer from a family connected to Robertet for several generations.
Robertet is a bit like De Beers of the fine natural perfume materials - matières premières, for decades they have been dealing with the finest, purest and most precious stuff a perfumer can dream of.
This is Marcelle, a classic elegant cologne but with highly likely the best bergamot from Italy, grapefruit from Spain, neroli from Tunisia and petigrain from Paraguay among other notes in the formula.
2
Calisson by Karzaz £57.50
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £4.17
- Key notes:
- almond
- bergamot
- caramel
- milky nuance
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- edible
Inspired by the traditional Provençal sweet Calisson, an almond-shaped paste of candied fruit topped with fondant icing. This edp launches with bergamot and sugary milk. Fresh orange blossom radiates from the heart, supported by a warm and creamy sandalwood. Base notes of caramel, vanilla and musk complete the mouth-watering effect.
3
Orchid Mantis by Zoologist £166.67
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £6.67
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- lemon
- orchid
- patchouli
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
In the muggy shade of a tropical rainforest, an orchid sways seductively. Its glistening petals tremble in anticipation, inviting a passing butterfly to consummate the intimate act of pollination. Succumbing to the allure of the silken flower, the butterfly eagerly flits forward. But as it prepares to alight, the exotic bloom abruptly transforms. Delicate leaves contort into dagger-like forelegs, seizing the bug’s fragile wings. Before the butterfly can comprehend its fate, its head is devoured, crushed between the powerful jaws of the stealthy orchid mantis.
Orchid Mantis lures you into a fragrant illusion. Juicy pear, rich rose and heady jasmine entwine with basil and ylang to suggest the intense scent of orchids. This vintage style is set against the backdrop of a humid rainforest evoked by patchouli, moss, sandalwood and vetiver. An enduring musk serves as a reminder that beauty can also be beastly.
4
Like a Virgin Unplugged by Art Meets Art £112.50
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £5.83
- Key notes:
- almond
- bergamot
- orange blossom
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- edible
- floral
Perfumer: Fabrice Pellegrin approached the song through the angle of a soft transition into a new era.
5
Broceliande by Sora Dora £141.67
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £5.83
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- ginger
- lemon
- sesame
- styrax
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- spicy
Brocéliande is a bewitching concentrate inspired by the enchanted forest of Arthurian legend. Combining the power of the forest with the magic of the animal world, this extrait’s bergamot and lime opening leads to an unexpected wander through ginger, cinnamon and iris. A whisky sweetness rubs up against the velvet leather of civet and castoreum.
6
L'Etrog Acqua by Arquiste £162.50
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £6.67
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- cedarwood
- cedrat
- lemon
- mandarin
- petitgrain
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- woody
Early morning, October 1175, Calabria
The cool night air dissipates under the sun’s first rays. The ripe citrus in the field has absorbed all the water of the morning dew and the farmers are ready to work on the misty green fields, speckled by the bright yellow of the citron. They leave their woody cabin and take a deep breath…
7
Vanille Glacé by Insenf £104.17
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £5.83
- Key notes:
- brown sugar
- cinnamon
- coffee
- sandalwood
- tonka beans
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
8
Bake by Akro £133.33
- Key notes:
- lemon
- meringue
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- edible
You smell it before you see it, then you see it and you need it. “It” is a lemon cupcake still warm from the oven, and Bake brings the mmmm with tart lemon notes, followed by sugary vanilla and rich, nutty praline.
9
Lignum Vitae by Beaufort £104.17
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £5.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- caramel
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- ginger
- lemon
- oud
- sea salt
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Inspired by the innovative use of materials that allowed 18th century clockmakers to construct the first truly accurate marine chronometers, Lignum Vitae combines elements of wood, metal and salt to produce a truly unique, transportive fragrance. Lignum vitae itself is an incredibly dense wood - the only wood which is guaranteed to sink in water - which is indigenous to the Caribbean and the north coast of South America. The brand’s nautical theme is enhanced wonderfully by caramel, a madeleine cake accord and a cool winter lemon note which provide a truly unique gourmand experience akin to smelling warm shortbread, muffins or cupcakes.
In combining unexpected and exotic raw materials, Beaufort London celebrates the innovative spirit which brought to an end the search for lost time, and permitted the safe passage of ships across the world.
***
The Sniff on Lignum Vitae:
"An innovative gourmand fragrance with a masculine slant, Lignum Vitae by Beaufort London is something rather unexpected. And who doesn’t love a plot twist?"
10
Spirit Of Magic by Sly John's Lab £70.83
Not sure yet? Try a 1 ml sample for £3.33
- Key notes:
- lemon
- praline
- rose
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- floral
- woody
Perfumer: Ane Ayo
The sensitive and sensuous artist picks up her paintbrush, burning with creativity and beauty. Bright light shines in the studio mirroring the floral and woody scent that surrounds her. Intense and passionate. With peppered lemons, and edible praline giving a sexy edge to the delicate and floral ambery rose.
About Lemon Puff by Nette
- How does Lemon Puff differ from these fragrances?
- Lemon Puff combines floral, fruity, and gourmand elements with a smooth balance of lemon, jasmine, almond, and sweet notes like brown sugar and vanilla, anchored by sandalwood. The fragrances listed share some of these notes but vary in emphasis, ranging from fresher citrus florals to richer gourmand or woody interpretations.
- Which fragrances here have the strongest gourmand character?
- Calisson, Vanille Glacé, and Bake have the most prominent gourmand notes, featuring ingredients like caramel, brown sugar, cinnamon, coffee, meringue, and tonka beans that enhance their sweet and creamy profiles.
- Are there any fragrances similar to Lemon Puff that focus more on the citrus aspect?
- Yes, Marcelle, Broceliande, L'Etrog Acqua, and Debonaire emphasize the citrus notes of lemon and bergamot, with variations including fresh, herbal, or aromatic accents, offering lighter and fresher alternatives to the gourmand elements in Lemon Puff.