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Categories: All Year Round Fragrances, Daytime Fragrances, Designer Fragrances, Floral Perfumes, Most Complimented, Seductive Perfumes, Sweet Fragrances, Vanilla Perfumes

VANILLA FRAGRANCES

Want to learn more and discover vanilla fragrances?

At the end of this article you’ll find a top 10 list with some of my best vanilla perfumes.

Vanilla Fragrances

 

Ah, vanilla vanilla!. It is the flavor of dreams, the scent of comfort, and the aroma of home. Whether it’s a milkshake, a cupcake, a room spray, or a candle, it has the ability to evoke nostalgia and bring a feeling of contentment. Vanilla fragrances are warm and cozy, making them great fragrances for any time of year. Whether you prefer a sweet, musky, spicy, tooth-achingly sweet, or fresh scent, I can almost guarantee there is a vanilla fragrance for you, and no matter what type of vanilla fragrance you choose, you’re bound to feel the effects of this warm and cozy scent.

Vanilla will bring a feeling of serenity and peace to even the most hectic of days. From floral and romantic to musky, spicy, and mysterious, these fragrances will put you in a dreamy mood no matter what situation arises.

This post is all about vanilla fragrances.

BEST VANILLA FRAGRANCES

 

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Vanilla is by far one of the world’s most popular scents. The vanilla plant is a tropical orchid that produces fragrant and flavorful vanilla pods that are usually used to make desserts and baked goods, but they can also be used in a variety of things including soaps, shampoo, oils, body lotions, home fragrances like room sprays and reed diffusers, incense, and of course, perfumes.

I remember when I was living in Mexico, I went to “El Tajín”, an impressive archaeological site that was  close to a vanilla factory. I’ve always been fascinated by this precious spice. Since I’m a curious, avid learner, I needed to go and see what the hype was about, and let me tell you, the experience was mind-blowing. I learned a lot about the orchid plant, the vanilla itself, the differences between Mexican vanilla and other vanillas from around the world, and the whole harvesting process. If you ever go to Veracruz, Mexico, please do yourself a favor and go to El Tajín and the vanilla factory; you won’t regret. I wish I had a picture to post here but I couldn’t find a single picture of this amazing experience. This is without a shadow of a doubt, one of those tours I’ll take again and again and I’ll never get tired of.

Fragrances that contain vanilla are often described as addictive, gourmand, creamy, sugary, and warm. Vanilla makes a great scent for everyday wear, as it is light and versatile, working well with any outfit or setting, but depending on the blend, it’s also perfect for night time, in fact, most fragrances that will give you that “Femme Fatale” vibe have vanilla in the composition. Vanilla fragrances are an excellent choice for women, teens or men who are looking for a scent that is warm, and sweet, but be careful because vanilla fragrances can also be overwhelming.

Vanilla is one of the most mass-appealing notes in perfumery, and one of the (if not THE) most versatile notes in perfumery. Vanilla is always a safe bet. It can be combined with so many notes and it always smells in the range of good to amazing, but never less than “good”. Another great thing about vanilla-dominant perfumes is that they are perfect for layering.  Layering fragrances in the Western countries became major in the last few years, but in the Middle East layering has been part of their culture basically since they started wearing perfume, and vanilla in my opinion is a magical note and perfect for this purpose.

Different Types of Vanilla Fragrances

 

Let’s step back for a minute and talk about this highly coveted, gorgeous, and complex spice.

There are different type of vanillas. The most common ones used in perfumery are the Mexican Vanilla also known as Madagascar Vanilla, and Tahitian Vanilla. The latter is less common, more floral, and in my opinion less gourmand and more sophisticated. I’m not saying the Mexican/Madagascar vanilla isn’t sophisticated, but the Tahitian Vanilla to me has the power to take a vanilla fragrance to the next level. It’s still sweet and gourmand but usually, it’s not on the dessert / edible level as the traditional Mexican vanilla is.

There are a number of different vanilla fragrances available today, each with their own unique scent and character. Before you start shopping for your new fragrance, it is important to know what type of vanilla smell you are looking for. The following are some of the most common types of vanilla fragrances available today.

Floral and romantic

 

Vanilla floral fragrances are a sweet and floral mix that often contains notes of jasmine, orange blossom, gardenia, and/or rose. This type of vanilla scent is perfect for people who love a sweet, light, and romantic fragrance, however, it’s not uncommon to see other flowers (yellow and white), like ylang-ylang or tuberose in which case you can expect a creamier and more intrusive scent.

This type of vanilla fragrance is great for romantic occasions and day time wear, and they tend to sit close to the skin.

Musky and mysterious

 

These vanilla scents have a rich and creamy base with the warmth and sweetness of vanilla and a cozy musk accord. They often contain spices and woodsy notes, in particular sandalwood and guaiac wood or palo santo. They are perfect for those who love vanilla but prefer a more mysterious scent yet cozy and inviting. This type of vanilla fragrance is great for evening or night time occasions; for people who love a creamy, musky fragrance, while also enjoying a sweet and velvety cloud.

Sweet and seductive

 

These vanilla scents tend to be enveloping and dense. Also very creamy with a subtle sweetness, spiciness, and often times, earthiness because it’s common to find patchouli within this category. They are perfect for those who love a sweet fragrance with the power to knock everyone’ socks off 😉, so I’d say, this type of vanilla fragrance is great for dates or when you want to make an unforgettable impression.

Pure Vanilla Fragrances

 

Pure vanilla fragrances are smooth and creamy, usually blended with almond and coconut notes. This type of vanilla scent is perfect for people who love “edible” olfactory experiences. Very creamy and  yummy, they tend to be simple, linear fragrances perfect for daytime wear.

How to Store Vanilla Fragrance

 

To get the best lifespan out of your vanilla fragrance, it is important to store fragrances properly, and this applies to fragrances in general not just vanilla perfumes. However, I’ve noticed that vanilla-dominant fragrances and green/fougères seem to be more sensitive to light and poor storage conditions.

Make sure to keep the bottle out of direct sunlight, as this will cause the scent to fade and break down more quickly. Also, make sure to keep your bottle in a dark, cool, dry place. This will help to prevent the oils from spoiling, making your fragrance last longer, and whenever possible, keep it in the box.

How to Choose a Vanilla Fragrance

 

When it comes to choosing a new fragrance it can often be difficult to know where to start. With so many different scents available, it can be challenging to know which one is the best fit for you. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to make sure you get a fragrance that you love. –

Know Your Body: Your body chemistry will have a large impact on the scent you choose, meaning that it isn’t always best to go with your favorite scent. If you would like to find a fragrance that works with your body chemistry, start by researching different scents and then testing them out to see what you like best.

Know Your Mood: The mood you are trying to convey with your fragrance choice will also have a big impact on what you should buy. For example, if you are looking for a fragrance that is sweet and romantic, a floral vanilla will likely be a good choice.

Mind The Occasion: When shopping for a new fragrance, it is also important to consider the occasion for which you will be wearing it. For example, if you are looking for a fragrance to wear to a romantic dinner, a spicy, balmy vanilla may be a good choice. There are no rules and no write or wrong way to choose a fragrance, just go with your instinct and test, test, and test.

Don’t Mind The Season: The type of season you’re in can greatly impact the type of fragrance you wear. If you’re in warmer months, lighter and fresher scents are great for wearing. If you’re in colder months, heavier scents are better for staying warm. However, last year I decided to test cold weather fragrances under hot and humid weather conditions. I brought to Hawaii a few of those “sweater weather” fragrances, and was blown away by the results. Most of these spicy and woody fragrances performed much better under these extreme weather conditions, not only did they smell sweeter but also lasted longer and projected better, so the moral of the story is: there are no rules when it comes to wearing perfume. Wear whatever brings joy to your life.

Top 10 Vanilla Fragrances for Women

 

Trying to narrow down a list to the best vanilla fragrances is like trying to make a list of the best chocolate cakes, but these are some of my absolute favorites. I also tried to put together a list with a nice mix of designer and niche perfumes so it’s suitable for all budgets.

Let’s take a look at my top 10 vanilla fragrances in no particular order:

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1) Ruby N Vanilla Intense |EBK Paris

 

This is a vanilla perfume that I will always, ALWAYS keep in my collection. It’s the most luxurious vanilla fragrance I’ve ever tried, it’s opulent, velvety, and exudes class and sophistication. Different from the typical gourmand vanilla scents, this is to me vanilla on a whole new level with a beauty second to none. A+. Related post: Ruby N Vanilla Intense . Here you can also watch my YouTube video where I reviewed this stunning fragrance.

2) Shunkoin | Xerjoff

 

 

Shunkoin is a criminally underrated fragrance from the Italian niche house Xerjoff. I’ve reviewed Shunkoin several times when I was on YouTube, and also on my Instagram account (@gb_fragrances) because I truly feel it deserves to be discovered. I’ve recommended this fragrance to many fellow content creators and they loved it and so did many of my subscribers and followers so I wanted to include it here in this blog post for you to discover.

Shunkoin belongs to the “JTC” Collection. JTC stands for Join The Club, and it was meant to bring together people who own the same fragrance. Each bottle comes with a card that belong to this club  is a very soothing, relaxing, very creamy (almost buttery) fragrance, very calming, powdery and just beautiful. The notes are not disclosed by the house but to me this has vanilla, sandalwood, sandalwood, orris, and musk. A very “fluffy” vanilla scent with a beautiful and sheer trail. Related post: Shunkoin Xerjoff

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3) Libre Intense | YSL

 

Libre Intense is the second flanker from YSL after the original Libre (nowadays there are three: Libre original, Libre Intense, and Libre Le Parfum). YSL Libre Intense Eau de Parfum is a feminine fougère fragrance that is the second flanker after Libre original. YSL added more vanilla to the original Libre perfume, and created this beautiful balmy and resinous juice. It’s a stunner, very sexy, opulent, dark, and misterious, it’s perfect for a night out, it’s the type of fragrance that blooms in colder weather. This is one of those beast mode fragrances, it performs incredible well, at least on my skin.

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4) Mon Guerlain Intense | Guerlain

 

A sugary lavender-vanilla fragrance, very beautiful and very “Guerlain”. I’m not a lavender fan, however, this one and Libre Intense by YSL won me over. In Mon Guerlain Intense though, the lavender is softer than in Libre Intense, and softer than in the original Mon Guerlain, while vanilla is more predominant. You can definitely smell the lavender, but even a non-lavender lover like myself, fell in love with it so don’t be discouraged in case you don’t like lavender either. I’d call this fragrance femininity in a bottle. It’s girly, flirty, a simple cozy and feminine fragrance that is a crowd-pleaser.

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5) Dior Addict | Dior

 

A vanilla that stood the test of time, a classic in any woman’s perfume collection. This fragrance is a heavy hitter, it lasts all day (literally), and I always get compliments when I wear it. It’s a head- turner and a vanilla fragrance that never goes out of style.

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6) The Only One Dolce & Gabbana

 

 

This vanilla fragrance is sweet and seductive, and it is perfect for date nights and romantic occasions. It’s a vanilla/caramel/coffee perfume, very addictive and intoxicating in the best possible way. It’s very comforting and sexy at the same time and it will turn heads every step of the way.

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7) Tocade |Rochas

 

One of my top compliment-getters. Inofensive, cozy, powdery, with a sheer, amazing trail. It’s a crowd pleaser, people ask me all the time what I’m wearing when I wear this fragrance. It’s smooth and well blended, creamy and sophisticated with a bit of freshness in the opening.

An amber vanilla that stood the test of time, a classic in any woman’s perfume collection. This fragrance is a heavy hitter, it lasts all day (literally), and I always get compliments when I wear it. It’s a head- turner and a vanilla fragrance that never goes out of style.

8) Vanilla 28 | Kayali

 

A beautiful sugary and chocolate-y vanilla that I consider the best for layering purposes, it’s my tool, however, it’s really beautiful on its own. It’s sweet and addictive, and sits close to the skin.

9) Vaniglia | Mazzolari

 

A delicate and feminine pure vanilla fragrance with caramel accords. Nothing groundbreaking yet beautiful and if you like sweet vanilla perfumes, you can’t go wrong with this one.

10) Vanille West Indies | Ligne St.Barth

 

I find it similar to Vaniglia by Mazzolari but it’s oilier and not so sweet. Also not groundbreaking but beautiful to wear on its own or layered with your favorite perfume. I haven’t had a chance to try the one sold in the island which many people say smells different and better than the one sold outside of St.Barth. It’s hard-to-find so if you want it and find it available online, get it.

Conclusion

 

Vanilla fragrances are a great choice for pretty much every occasion. They are warm, sweet and rich, and they can have a little bit of spice to them too. These fragrances are perfect for romantic evenings, snuggling up on the couch and even dressing up for a fancy night out. There is a vanilla fragrance for everyone, so it’s only a matter of finding the one that is perfect for you! Once you find your perfect vanilla fragrance, you will love wearing it every single day.

From the sweet, warm aroma of the tropical Tahitian vanilla bean to the more robust and spicy Mexican variety, vanilla has been a beloved scent for centuries. Not only does it evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort, but it has also been proven to have calming effects on the mind and body. If you’re looking for a fragrance that will take you away to a dreamy place, then you’re in luck! Here are some of the best vanilla fragrances for women that will help you relax and enjoy the moment. With these scents, you’ll be able to experience the alluring, sweet, and comforting aroma of vanilla every day.

Are you looking for a way to tap into your dreamy side? Vanilla fragrances are an excellent way to bring out your romantic, whimsical side without feeling too overpowering. With its sweet, comforting scent, vanilla has been a popular choice for women for centuries. Whether you’re looking for a light and airy scent or something a bit more intense and sensual, there are plenty of great vanilla fragrances to choose from. From classic, timeless scents to modern, unique interpretations, here are the best vanilla fragrances for women that will put you in a dreamy mood.

If you’d love to find your signature scent or you want to find a scent for a special occasion and you feel lost, re you lost? I’ve got you covered.  Book a fragrance consultation with me. Would love to help you!

This post was all about vanilla fragrances.

 

Other posts you may like if you love the vanilla note as much as I do:

 

Shunkoin Xerjoff

 

Ruby N Vanilla Intense EBK

 

best vanilla perfumes

Categories: All Year Round Fragrances, Daytime Fragrances, Floral Perfumes, Most Complimented, Niche Fragrances, Sweet Fragrances

DELINA

Delina : The Queen From Parfums de Marly

 

Delina Perfume
Delina Parfums de Marly

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When I tried Delina Parfums de Marly a few years ago when it was launched, it wasn’t love at first sniff. That said, I fell in love with the innovative packaging since the bottle alone looked like a Renaissance piece of decor, and I also fell in love with the name because it reminded me of my daughter whose name is Delfina, (like Delina with an “F”).

My rational self rang a bell, and I thought “is it smart to buy a 2.5 oz bottle, at that price tag, just for the name and the looks? Of course, the answer was a big no, and I didn’t buy it.

Fast forward a few years later, the hype started, and conversely to what happens to many people who have the “next shiny object syndrome”, I’m quite the opposite. I never rush to buy hyped items because in my experience, only a small percentage of what’s being hyped lives up to it; the rest dies over time, let alone when something new takes center stage putting the previous queen or king of the moment in second place.

When something becomes so popular, I’ll test the object in question even deeper. My thought process is basically, I need a reason to be sold to it. Since I fell in love with Parfums de Marly back in 2010 when I bought my first bottle of the house (Darley), I decided to give Delina a chance. Now I can tell a different story. This ultra feminine fragrance stood the hype test, and my appreciation for this Delina, this beautiful girly perfume, definitely grew. I reach for it way more often now, and it has the power of making me feel pretty even in moments when I’m not feeling that way.

THE NOTES

 

Top Notes:

Rhubarb and Lychee

Middle Notes:

Turkish Rose and Vanilla

Base Notes:

Cashmere Wood and Musk.

Fragrance Profile

 

Delina is pure beauty, it’s like a bouquet of flowers with Turkish rose as the star together with three amazing fruity notes: Lychee, rhubarb, and bergamot, and a soft and depth base composed by cashmere wood  and musk.

The fragrance opens with a sweet, aquatic tartness thanks to the rhubarb and lychee that makes it truly unique. Slowly, it transitions into the middle notes where we have the star of the fragrance as I mentioned above: the Turkish rose exquisitely blended with a sweet yet not cloying vanilla, which transforms this fragrance into a gorgeous, ultra-feminine scent. The dry down is an absolutely stunning musky concoction, and it’s when the fragrance starts siting close to the skin with an enveloping and cozy cashmere wood note, and highly likely will remain unchanged for the time it lasts on your skin.

Delina is an all year-round fragrance, and it’s a pretty safe gift if you want to buy something special for someone who’s girly and like all things pink. I’m not saying pink just because the bottle is pink, but if you smell this fragrance you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. If Delina’s DNA had a color, it’d be pink; in fact, if I had to describe how Delina smells in a figurative way, this is how a baby pink, sweet and slightly tart rose water macaroon would smell like.

It’s very long lasting (around 8 hours if not more), with an impressive sillage and above average projection that I’d describe as more than an arm-length.

Wearability

 

Delina is just the perfect fragrance you can wear during the day, during the night, for formal or informal events, however, it leans more on the formal side while still remaining youthful. Not that fragrances are tied to age, but I point this out because there’s a big misconception out there and it seems that if a fragrance is formal, then people think it smells “old” which couldn’t be further from the truth.

Love rose fragrances? Check my blog post about what I consider the most beautiful rose fragrance in my collection, and one of the most beautiful rose perfumes in the world: Rose Poetique by Manos Gerakinis.

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Categories: Best Gourmand Perfumes, Seductive Perfumes, Sweet Fragrances

ITALICA | Xerjoff

 

Today I want to share with you my thoughts and review of a fragrance that for years was considered a unicorn: Italica. Is Italica the best gourmand fragrance? I don’t know the answer; that would be the same as claiming “these are the best brownies in the world”, however, this fragrance is a gourmand lovers’ dream, period.

Italica was launched in 2016. Then it was discontinued until the house (Xerjoff) relaunched this gourmands’ lover dream for Valentine’s Day in 2021. It belongs to the Casamorati line. Casamorati was originally a fragrance house, and nowadays is the name of a collection that takes inspiration in the traditional Italian perfumery.

The first time I sniffed this fragrance was through decant, and I felt the exact same thing I felt when I received this full bottle: Italica is beyond a scent; to me Italica is a whole experience.

It reminded me of when I was living in Europe, and I’d go to an Italian coffee shop and see the baristas working behind those steaming espresso machines and the experience of that cozy atmosphere with an exquisite espresso aroma and the delicious and unbeatable Italian bakery.

 

Xerjoff Italica

This fragrance reminds of a blend of flavors, but one that truly stands out to me is the flavor of a typical Italian biscotti cold Cantucci, a type of cookie that it’s baked twice, usually loaded with nuts especially almonds, sometimes pistachios, and the Italians dip it in a dessert wine called Vin Santo. Italica to me is all these and more.

 

 

Italica xerjoff
Italica Casamorati by Xerjoff

 

Fragrance Profile

 

 

The top notes are saffron, Sicilian almonds, and milky notes. The middle notes are Bourbon vanilla and toffee, and the base notes are sandalwood, cedar, and white musk.

It’s very opulent, super rich, thick, syrupy, and what I’ve found strange when I first tested it was that I picked a fruity accord; not fruity in the sense of a raw fruit, but more like baked fruit, and it was weird because Italica doesn’t have fruit notes or accords in the composition.

For a few days I couldn’t figure out where that strong fruit scent could come from. I was literally picking caramelized or baked apples. Since I love cooking and baking I’m very familiar with these type of aromas.

After much thought, I realized it was the toffee what was giving me that caramelized fruits scent. Toffee is basically caramel cooked at a higher temperature for a longer time so it becomes very crunchy and brittle, and this is what was giving me this baked fruit accord as I mentioned above. When you bake pears, quinces, or apples for example, they come out of the oven very juicy and caramelized and this is what Italica reminds me of.

It’s super sweet yet not cloying if you wear it in the colder months, and it’s not a girly fragrance. Usually very sweet fragrances tend to lean on the feminine side. Although Italica pulls feminine on my skin, I think this is an addictive fragrance, intoxicating, and mouthwatering unisex fragrance.

There’s nothing you can find on the market that could be similar to this fragrance, but if you want to get similar vibes for a more affordable price, you should definitely check out La Danza Delle Libellule by Nobile 1942, and Atlas Garden Le Vestiaire de Parfums Collection by YSL. They have the same type of sweetness, and they’re also syrupy, thick, and addictive.

 

Wearability

 

It’s a 100% a night time fragrance that I would only wear during the colder months. In fact, this is the type of perfume that the colder the weather, the better it will perform. Now mind you, you can wear this or any fragrance anytime, and any season, but my best recommendation is to wear this particular perfume during the colder months, otherwise it can be cloying especially for people around you.

This is also a fragrance that I would wear not only during the night, but also on special occasions. I’m a firm believer in that WE make the occasion special, and whatever it means to you this is a fragrance I’d wear on special occasions even if that means staying home and cooking pasta Bolognese.

It’s very almond-y, nutty, and also very creamy probably coming from the sandalwood and the almond milk concoction; a deep, well rounded, and very well balanced fragrance.

It’s also slightly spicy, you can get the saffron which it’s a spice that I love both in perfumery and in the kitchen, very aromatic, deep, and velvety. Saffron is a very fragrant, yet not spicy spice, however, the milky note here tones down the saffron which makes it different than otherwise typical amber spicy fragrances.

It’s a very strong perfume. I recall the first time I sprayed it I filled up an entire room, and I only sprayed it five times. Projection is about two arm lengths and lasting power is stellar on my skin. After three hours (I set a timer because I wanted to give you guys accurate information), I could still smell it on on myself which is rare because usually I don’t smell anything on me after one or two hours. I only have a few fragrances that I could keep smelling for a few hours and this is one of those.

Sillage is above average, I’d give it a 7/10, I think projection is better than sillage, I would give projection a 9/10, the scent itself to me is a 10/10, and lasting power 9 /10. I don’t say 10/10 because for some people 10/10 would be a fragrance that lasts until the next day, and Italica doesn’t last until the next day but I get at least 9 or 10 hours which is still a great performance.

This fragrance smells very expensive I always say that it’s very difficult to create a very sweet fragrance like this one without smelling cheap. Sometimes when fragrances are too sweet the line between smelling cheap and expensive is very thin, so this one not only does not smell cheap but it smells expensive and luxurious.

Italica is a pretty linear fragrance which I appreciate because I love how this fragrance smells in the opening and in the following 20 minutes. Italica basically won’t change, only after four hours it becomes softer and closer to the skin when you will start smelling more of the musk, but it will still smell pretty close to you what it was in the opening.

Italica is one of those fragrances I’d never layer with anything. It’s just too beautiful and potent to layer, and I think it’s a risk. In first place, I don’t want to lose any of the gorgeous notes or compromise it’s beautiful DNA, and when you layer fragrances sometimes you’ll have to compromise on notes. I also think it’s rich enough and it has everything I ever wanted in a gourmand fragrance, there’s no need to layer it with anything (why fix it if it ain’t broken right? ).

Is it worth the money? Well, I’m no one here to say what is worth your money, you’re the only one capable of making this judgement. All I can say is that in my opinion this is an amazing fragrance and if you are a gourmand lover, if you like sweet fragrances that remind you of a delicious dessert or pastry, Italica is definitely worth trying.

If you want to buy this glorious perfume, you can use GISELLE10 and get a 10% discount HERE (Disclaimer: this link is an affiliate link, meaning that if you click through & make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!) – Read full disclosure here.

 

I’ve also dedicated an entire video on YouTube to review Italica which you can also check out here:

 

https://youtu.be/LbdUcVzlkhE

 

If you like gourmand fragrances, check out my review on A La Carte N0.6 by Leng Ling Munich here.

 

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