Fond of fragrances, I boast a personal collection of over 200 perfumes and at least 50 body sprays. When I venture on trips, I always carry a selection of scents, ranging from travel-sized eau de parfums to body sprays. Recently, my travel destinations included Gran Canaria and Morocco, and amidst my collection, one fragrance stands out as my quintessential holiday scent: Phlur’s Vanilla Nectar.

My bottle of Vanilla Nectar is the substantial 240ml size priced at £39, making it too large for carry-on luggage. To circumvent this, I carefully decanted it into a smaller 30ml travel bottle, repurposing an empty Sol de Janeiro bottle. An alternative option like the £5.49 set on Amazon would be ideal for such decanting purposes. Additionally, there is a more travel-friendly size available for £26.

The Vanilla Nectar fragrance unfolds with vibrant notes of sugared tangelo, apricot, and papaya nectar. The heart notes blend peach blossom, coconut orchid, and jasmine dew to create a harmonious essence. The lasting dry-down reveals a delightful combination of whipped vanilla, cedar, and honeyed amber, lingering throughout the day and adhering to clothes until washed.

This perfume embodies a perfect fusion of juicy, fresh, and tropical elements, making it an ideal summer fragrance. While it complements Kayali’s Eden Sweet Peach, priced at £80 for 50ml, it stands strong on its own without necessitating layering. Personally, I have been enjoying layering it with Vanilla Skin body oil, priced at £45, which keeps me enveloped in its scent.

Vanilla Nectar is anticipated to be a game-changer for enthusiasts of Sol de Janeiro’s popular scents like Cheirosa 62 (£25) and 59 (£25), offering a balanced sweetness that sets it apart.

Notably, this summer seems to embrace creamy fragrances, with Lush introducing Banoffee Pie for £29, and Ellis Brooklyn launching Banana Milkshake for £28, suggesting a trend towards creamy and fruity scents.

For me, Vanilla Nectar reigns as the fragrance of choice in 2026, becoming my signature scent in recent months despite my extensive collection. Garnering 232 perfect five-star reviews on SpaceNK, this scent has garnered praise for its unique and elegant aroma.

While some shoppers laud Vanilla Nectar as a compliment magnet and a summer favorite, others express mixed sentiments regarding its longevity. Nevertheless, the majority appreciate its enduring sweet scent that garners compliments hours after application.