Tokyo Milk Parfumerie Curiosite
Tainted Love
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into woody.
About
Tainted Love by Tokyo Milk Parfumerie Curiosite is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Tainted Love was launched in 2011. The nose behind this fragrance is Margot Elena. The fragrance features Vanille, Sandalwood, Orchid and Tea. Perfumer Margot Elena presents her Tokyo Milk Dark perfume collection in early…
Nose: Margot Elena
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Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Tainted Love smell like?
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into woody. Dominant accords: vanilla, powdery, woody.
How long does Tainted Love last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Tainted Love loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Tainted Love best for?
Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Tainted Love?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Tainted Love for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 44% read it as lean female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Tainted Love?
Composed by Margot Elena. Released in 2011.
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