Lattafa Eclaire Collection Compared: Eclaire vs Banoffi vs Pistache (UK Guide)

Short answer: the three Eclaire bottles are not three strengths of one scent. The original Lattafa Eclaire (£24.99) is a milky caramel and praline gourmand with a creamy white-floral heart. Eclaire Banoffi (£22.50) is a banana-cream dessert with dulce de leche and biscuit. Eclaire Pistache (£22.50) is a nutty, milky pistachio cream with cocoa. Choose the original for the classic sweet-vanilla crowd-pleaser, Banoffi only if you genuinely like banana notes, and Pistache if you want the least obvious of the three.

Plenty of buyers assume the newer bottles are flankers that smell like the first one. Reviewers say otherwise, and that is the single most useful thing to know before you spend money. This guide compares notes, character, reported performance and price, and says plainly who should look elsewhere. It draws on retailer descriptions and community reviews rather than laboratory testing, and it flags where those sources disagree.

Lattafa Eclaire collection at a glance

Prices are those on arabicperfumery.co.uk, checked on 27 October 2026. Wear times are customer impressions and vary with skin, climate and how many sprays you use.

The key point: they do not smell alike

Across community reviews, one theme repeats: neither Banoffi nor Pistache smells like the original Eclaire. Several reviewers describe Banoffi as a standalone composition, and a regular reviewer who tried all three called it the weakest of the trio for their taste while still recommending a test if you like banana. The practical consequence is simple. If you loved the original and buy Banoffi hoping for more of the same, you will probably be disappointed. If you want variety within one family, the collection offers three genuinely different desserts.

Lattafa Eclaire (the original): milky caramel and praline

Eclaire arrived in 2024 and quickly became one of Lattafa’s best-known sweet fragrances. It is widely described as inspired by Giardini di Toscana Bianco Latte, and the two do share a milky, vanilla-led sweetness even though their published note lists differ. For Eclaire, the commonly listed notes are caramel, milk and sugar at the top, white flowers and honey in the heart, and vanilla, praline and musk in the base.

What owners report is a very sweet, sticky-milky opening that settles into creamy vanilla and praline. Several describe a sharp, alcoholic start that calms down after a few minutes. Longevity and projection are the usual headline: enthusiasts report all-day wear and a strong trail from just two sprays, and one reviewer advised against it for offices and restaurants. At the other end of the scale, some reviewers find it too sweet or synthetic, and one compared the effect to sour milk. This is a love-or-leave-it style, so a sample is a sensible first step.

Who the original suits

• People who want an unashamedly sweet vanilla, caramel and praline scent.
• Cooler months and evenings, when heavy sweetness feels more comfortable.
• Anyone who wants strong performance and is happy to use only one or two sprays.

For a closer look, read our full Lattafa Eclaire review.

Lattafa Eclaire Banoffi: banana cream dessert

Banoffi, launched in 2025, is built on the banoffee pie idea. Published notes are banana and dulce de leche at the top, vanilla and whipped cream in the middle, and biscuit, praline and musk at the base. Some retailers list slightly different groupings of the same ingredients, so treat the exact pyramid as approximate.

Reviewer descriptions are vivid and consistent. People talk about a thick banana milkshake, sweet banana foam sweets, or banana cream over caramel. Many say the banana stays present rather than fading, while the vanilla becomes more noticeable later. Reviews are sharply split. Fans praise how convincing the banana is and mention unusually frequent compliments. Critics find the dry-down synthetic or sugary, and one reviewer felt the banana vanishes and leaves a plasticky sweetness. Wear time is commonly reported at around six hours, with projection described as moderate by some and strong by others.

Who Banoffi suits

• Gourmand lovers who actively enjoy banana, milkshake and dessert accords.
• Buyers who already own a vanilla scent and want something playful and different.
• People who can test first. It is the most polarising of the three.

You can shop Lattafa Eclaire Banoffi 100ml, or try the 2ml Eclaire Banoffi sample first.

Lattafa Eclaire Pistache: pistachio cream and cocoa

Pistache is the quieter surprise of the line. The shared note list is pistachio cream and toasted pistachio, then coconut, cacao and whipped cream, finishing on vanilla, milk and musk. Be aware that sources disagree here. A US retailer lists a very different pyramid with bergamot, rose, jasmine, iris and woods, while a community review mentions ginger, nutmeg, amber and vetiver. Because Lattafa does not always publish a detailed official pyramid, we rely on the version that most listings repeat and on how reviewers describe the scent.

Reviewers describe an opening that reads as sweet and nutty, sometimes closer to hazelnut than pistachio, with a milky, lactonic quality and a faint cocoa note. The heart becomes a creamier pistachio cream and a touch of coconut may appear. One reviewer who was lukewarm on the other two found it better made than expected and less synthetic than feared. A more critical reviewer found it bold but unstructured, with a fragile musk and modest projection. One retailer claims six to eight hours of wear; independent reports suggest decent longevity with moderate sillage.

Who Pistache suits

• Fans of nutty, creamy desserts and anyone who finds banana too much.
• Cooler weather, when comforting cocoa and cream suit the mood.
• People who want a gourmand that feels a little less obvious than the original.

Browse the Lattafa Eclaire Pistache 100ml page for the current price and stock.

Eclaire vs Banoffi vs Pistache: side by side

Which Eclaire should you buy?

• You want the best-known option: the original Eclaire. It has the longest track record of reviews and the strongest reputation for performance.
• You like banana, milkshakes and playful sweetness: Banoffi, ideally after a 2ml sample.
• You want something creamy but different: Pistache, particularly if you already own a vanilla fragrance.
• You are new to gourmand perfume: start with a sample of the original, because all three are sweet.
• You dislike sugary scents: skip the collection and look at our guide to vanilla Lattafa perfumes or the lighter picks in our beginner’s guide.

When and how to wear them

All three lean towards autumn, winter and evenings. In a British summer, sweet gourmands can feel heavy, so use fewer sprays and apply to clothing rather than skin if you want a gentler effect. The original in particular is reported to be powerful, so one or two sprays is a sensible start. For the office, one spray is plenty. If you want more staying power, our guide to which Lattafa lasts longest compares performance across the range.

Do they need time to settle?

A new bottle of a very sweet fragrance can smell harsher or more alcoholic when first sprayed. Some owners of the original recommend resting the bottle for a couple of weeks before judging it, and our maceration guide explains what this means in practice. Treat it as an owner tip rather than a guarantee.

Can you layer them?

Some reviewers and retailers suggest layering Banoffi with the original Eclaire or with Pistache for a richer dessert effect. We have not tested this ourselves, so consider it an experiment. Using small samples costs far less than buying three full bottles, and our guide to Lattafa samples explains the options. For more layering ideas see how to layer Lattafa perfumes.

Value and gifting

All three sit between £22.50 and £24.99 for 100ml, so the price gap is small and the decision should rest on scent, not cost. As gifts, the original is the safest because it is the best known, while Banoffi is the riskiest unless you know the recipient enjoys banana. If you are buying for someone else, read our explanation of Lattafa gift sets.

Buying genuine bottles

Popular gourmands attract imitation, so buy from a reputable UK stockist and check packaging against our guide on how to spot fake Lattafa perfume.

Frequently asked questions

Are Eclaire Banoffi and Eclaire Pistache the same as Eclaire?

No. Reviewers consistently say the newer two do not resemble the original. They share a gourmand theme and a name, not a scent.

Which Eclaire lasts longest?

The original has the strongest reputation for staying power and projection, while Banoffi is commonly reported at around six hours and Pistache as decent with moderate projection. Individual results vary.

Is Lattafa Eclaire a Bianco Latte dupe?

It is widely described as inspired by Bianco Latte and shares a milky vanilla character, but the note lists differ and opinions on how close it is vary. Dupes are a matter of perception, so compare them yourself if you can.

Can men wear Eclaire?

Banoffi is listed as unisex, and reviewers suggest the original can suit anyone who likes sweet scents, even though it is marketed to women. Fragrance has no rules, so choose by what you enjoy.

Which Eclaire should I try first?

Start with a sample of the original if you want the classic profile. If banana appeals, start with a Banoffi sample instead.

Is Eclaire suitable for summer?

It is better in cooler weather. If you wear it in warm months, apply lightly and keep to one or two sprays.

Our verdict

The Eclaire family offers three different desserts, not three versions of one. The original is the dependable choice for sweet-vanilla fans, Pistache is the gentler surprise, and Banoffi is for people who actively want banana. All are affordable enough to experiment with. Shop Lattafa Eclaire 100ml, or explore the full Eclaire collection. If you enjoy gourmands more generally, see our Give Me Gourmand collection guide.

Sources consulted: community reviews on Parfumo for Eclaire Banoffi, Eclaire Pistache and the original Eclaire, a 2024 Eclaire and Bianco Latte comparison, and the Perfume.com Pistache listing. Reviewed 27 October 2026; prices and stock can change. Reported longevity is based on customer impressions, not laboratory testing.