Manel | Dubai Perfume – Eshal Vanilla (Paris Corner)
N$650.00
The fragrance Paris Corner “Eshal Vanilla” is described by retailers as being inspired by Kayali Fragrances “Vanilla | 28”.
Here’s a detailed overview of Paris Corner – Eshal Vanilla — what it smells like, how people experience it, and important things to consider, especially for your climate in Windhoek, Namibia.
✅ Basics
Name: Eshal Vanilla (100 ml Eau de Parfum) by Paris Corner.
Launch: 2025.
Gender/Style: Marketed primarily for women (though many see it as unisex) with a gourmand-vanilla character.
📝 Fragrance Notes & Scent Profile
From the manufacturer and user sources:
Top Notes:
Sugar / “sugary” sweet opening.
Heart / Middle Notes:
Jasmine and rose.
Base / Dry-down Notes:
Vanilla, caramel, musk.
Character Summary:
The fragrance opens with a soft “sugary” note, then moves into delicate florals (jasmine + rose), before settling into a warm, creamy base of vanilla + caramel + musk.
It is described by reviewers as a “soft gourmand” with an emphasis on vanilla and sweet treatment rather than fresh/floral only.
Some user comments highlight that it smells very similar to Kayali “Vanilla | 28”. For example:
“It’s so similar to Vanilla 28 that it even makes me sneeze the same V28 does 🤣”
And one reviewer wrote:
“The best dupe of my beloved Vanilla 28! … lasts so long and stays on clothes for a couple of days.”
🎯 Suitability: Occasion, Season & Tips
Occasion:
Because of its gourmand vanilla/caramel base, this fragrance works well for evenings, cooler weather, or when you want a comforting, “sweet-treat” scent.
The sweet sugar top also gives it casual/outing potential if you want a noticeable, fun scent.
Season / Climate Context (Windhoek/Namibia):
In warm climates: The sugary/vanilla base will show, but also there’s risk of being too heavy or cloying in hot/humid weather.
For daytime warm weather: Use modest application (1-2 sprays) to avoid being overwhelmed.
For cooler evenings or air-conditioned indoor settings: you can apply a bit more to let the vanilla/caramel base shine.
Be aware that gourmand vanilla scents can behave differently on skin in warm vs cool climates (e.g., project more, or fade faster, or shift into musk/almond tones) depending on your body chemistry.
Application Tips:
Daytime: 1-2 sprays on pulse points (wrists, neck) should suffice.
Evening: 2-3 sprays, possibly one on clothing or scarf to help trail (because the base is warm/vanilla – good for layering).
Because of the sweet theme: If you prefer subtle scents, start light and test how it evolves on your skin over a few hours.
Florals: If you are sensitive to rose or jasmine heavy scents, note that heart includes these. Some reviewers mention a rose/patchouli nuance.
🔍 Final Thoughts
If you like scents with vanilla + caramel + musk and enjoy gourmand sweet fragrances, Eshal Vanilla is a strong contender — especially as an accessible option. For your context in Windhoek: It can work very well for evening wear or cooler days. On hot, sunny days you may want to apply cautiously (light sprays) to keep it comfortable. Also give it a test run to see how your skin chemistry handles the sweet/vanilla/rose heart.