Vanitas by Versace

Versace

Versace Vanitas Eau de Parfum

A luminous floral fragrance for women, opening with lime, built on a tiare flower and freesia heart, and finished with cedar and tonka bean. Discontinued and increasingly rare.

Feminine
Floral
Floral
2011
Reviewed byBibi Burness·Last updated 23 September 2026

Versace Vanitas Eau de Parfum is a luminous, white floral fragrance for women, launched in 2011. It pairs a bright citrus opening with a soft, woody-sweet base, and has since become a discontinued fragrance that's increasingly hard to find.

What does Vanitas smell like?

The fragrance opens with a sharp, zesty lime note that quickly gives way to a soft floral heart of tiare flower and freesia. This white floral accord gives Vanitas a clean, sunny character. It finishes on a gentle base of Virginia cedar and tonka bean, adding a subtle woody sweetness that keeps the fragrance from feeling too light.

  • Top notes: Lime
  • Heart notes: Tiare flower, freesia
  • Base notes: Virginia cedar, tonka bean

Performance and when to wear it

Vanitas is typically moderate on skin, in keeping with its light, white floral character. It's best suited to spring and summer wear, or anywhere you want a clean, understated floral rather than something heavy.

Who is it for?

This fragrance suits women who enjoy light, citrus-tinged white florals. As it's discontinued and increasingly rare, it will mainly appeal to collectors or existing fans searching for remaining stock.

Frequently asked questions

Is Vanitas long-lasting?+

It's typically moderate on skin, reflecting its light, white floral character rather than a heavy oriental structure. It works well as a daytime fragrance.

Is Vanitas for men or women?+

Vanitas is a women's fragrance, built around a clean lime and white floral profile with a soft cedar and tonka base.

Which size should I buy?+

This fragrance was sold in a 100ml bottle. As it's discontinued, available stock may be limited, so this could be the only size you find.

At a glance

Vanitas by Versace — Floral – Floral. Launched 2011. Created by Dora Baghriche. Price in South Africa: R8600. Best for: power meeting, garden party, spring, summer.

Scent profile
Floral – Floral
Launched
2011
Perfumer
Dora Baghriche
Price in South Africa
R8600
Gender
Feminine
Best for
Power Meeting, Garden Party, Spring, Summer
Price RangeR8600
Where to Buy in SA
R
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R8,600
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Main Accords

Floral
90%
Sweet
85%

Fragrance Pyramid

How this scent unfolds on your skin

Lime
Tiare Flower
Freesia
Virginia Cedar
Tonka Bean

Community Opinions

Pros
Available from trusted retailers👍 594
Unique and memorable scent profile👍 575
Cons
Bold scent may not suit all preferences👎 208

Wear It When

💼

Power Meeting

Quiet confidence in a bottle. Let the work speak — the fragrance just underlines it.

Afternoon
Commanding
🌿

Garden Party

Blooming hedgerows, pastel dresses, and sunlight warming bare shoulders.

Afternoon
Romantic

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This Scent Is For

For Her
Romantic

Graceful by day, captivating by evening.

Scent Mood

FreshRadiant

Peak season: 🌸 Spring (85%)

85

Spr

75

Sum

40

Aut

40

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Layering Tip

Spray the heavier scent first, then the lighter one on top. Start with two scents — more than three quickly becomes muddled. Always test on skin first.

How to Layer Vanitas

Combine Vanitas with these partners to create something new. Spray the heavier scent first, let it settle, then add the accent on top. These are note-based suggestions — a great starting point to experiment with.

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How: 2 sprays Versace Vanitas on the chest, 1 spray Fragrance World Amber & Neroli on top once dry

Result: amber and neroli give this light floral more warmth and longevity, since Vanitas alone is a soft skin-scent

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Layer Vanitas with

Lattafa Brioche Vanille

How: 1 spray Versace Vanitas on the wrist, 1 spray Lattafa Brioche Vanille on the chest

Result: vanilla and tonka reinforce Vanitas's tonka bean base for a sweeter, longer-lasting finish

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