Question 1

What's the difference between Francois Charles and Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

Francois Charles is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Rance 1795 (2007) dominated by Woody accords. Vetiver is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2000) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, Francois Charles or Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Francois Charles scores 3.96/5 vs Vetiver at 4.18/5. Vetiver's standout strength: Complex, layered composition with depth and character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Francois Charles and Vetiver smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Warm Spicy. Vetiver: Le consensus de la communauté est résolument positif, considérant Guerlain Vetiver comme un classique complexe et emblématique doté d'une excellente profondeur et d'un caractère distinctif qui le différencie des vetivers modernes.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Francois Charles or Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Francois Charles vs Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

Francois Charles scores highest for fall wear; Vetiver scores highest for spring wear. Francois Charles leans daytime, Vetiver leans daytime.

Francois Charles vs Vetiver

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (5)

Uniques à Francois Charles (23)

Uniques à Vetiver (14)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Vetiver

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Francois Charles	Vetiver
Marque	Rance 1795	Guerlain
Année	2007	2000
Évaluation	3.96	4.18
Concentration	—	—
Genre	masculine	masculine
Total des notes	28	20