Floral

Rose water smells like the most delicate, almost translucent whisper of a rose—imagine standing in a garden after rain, where the flower's perfume has become ethereal rather than heady. It's softer than fresh rose petals (which can smell almost fruity or spiced), carrying a pale, slightly sweet, slightly powdery quality reminiscent of the steam rising from warm bathwater infused with flowers. There's a gentle aldehydic shimmer, like dewdrops catching morning light. It's intimate and skin-like rather than perfume-like—think of antique cosmetics or grandmother's dressing table.

Gourmand

Vanilla smells like warmth wrapped in sweetness—imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked vanilla sponge cake, or a warm bowl of vanilla custard on a winter's evening. It's creamy and soft, almost edible, with subtle woody undertones and a hint of spice that recalls cloves or nutmeg. Pure vanilla is surprisingly complex: it's not aggressively sweet, but rather enveloping, like condensed caramel with a touch of earthy depth. It smells like indulgence and safety simultaneously.