I have gained this candle because it was recommended to me so. Unfortunately I could not get warm with this scent. It smells very artificial and chemically for me. Maybe I caught a bad copy. I think you can smell more than vanilla cake, at least I think vanilla smells different. Too bad. I have a lot of Yankee Candles at home and am very happy with it, only this scent is not for me. Just a matter of taste.