Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar | 42.

Kayali’s love of candy inspired a gourmand tribute that debuted in 2024. Perfumer Gabriela Chelariu, Fabrice Pellegrin and DSM‑Firmenich set out to bottle Mona Kattan’s playful vision of sweet indulgence, crafting a scent that could stand alone or layer with the brand’s other offerings. The name reflects the sugary rock‑candy aesthetic that defines the collection.

The formula leans into a candy‑shop palette: candied pear and marshmallow give a glossy fruit‑sweetness, while rum adds a boozy warmth that prevents the sugar from feeling flat. Ylang‑ylang and violet leaf introduce a fleeting floral‑green lift, making the opening feel both playful and sophisticated, a rare balance in modern gourmand perfumery.

The opening bursts with candied pear, vanilla cream, marshmallow, rum, ylang-ylang and violet leaf, creating a bright, sugary sparkle that instantly transports you to a confectionery wonderland. The heart unfolds with chewing gum, jelly bean, white caramel, jasmine and labdanum, turning the scent into a playful playground where sweetness and florals intertwine in unexpected ways. As the fragrance settles, rock sugar, tonka bean, vanilla, cashmere wood, musk, praline, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver emerge, forming a warm, powdery, woody trail that leaves a subtle sweetness fading gracefully without overwhelming.

Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar | 42 made its debut in 2024 and quickly became a talk-of-the-town gourmand, earning the 2025 Fragrance Foundation Women's Prestige award. Wearers praise its candy-kissed confidence and the way it reimagines classic sweet notes with an unexpected twist. Rock sugar, vanilla, and praline mingle with white caramel and marshmallow, while ylang-ylang, jasmine and labdanum add a layer of florals that deepen the confectionery brightness. Patchouli, vetiver and cashmere wood provide a grounding warmth that balances the sweetness, making this scent feel both playful and sophisticated.