20
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Vetiver
masculine
Created by Jean-Paul Guerlain
Vetiver by Guerlain is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Vetiver was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Paul Guerlain. Top notes are Bergamot, Tobacco, Lemon, Nutmeg, Neroli, Coriander and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Vetiver, Pepper, Carnation, Sage, Sandalwood and Orris Root; base notes are Vetiver, Oakmoss, Leather, Myrrh, Civet, Tonka Bean and Amber. Vetiver is masculine and elegant woodsy fragrance. It was created in 1961 and re-launched again in 2000. The bottle was changed and the color of the perfume, but the fragrance remained gorgeous, just like before. The top notes are bergamot, coriander, lemon, mandarin, and neroli; the heart unites vetiver and cedar wood; the base is composed of tobacco, walnuts, pepper, and Tonka bean.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
31%
Win
98%
Spr
83%
Sum
75%
Fall
Day & Night
100%
Day
34%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
6,496 votes
4.18
Love it
3.1k48%
Like it
2.3k35%
OK
3616%
Dislike
65210%
Hate it
831%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 75 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
The community consensus is decidedly positive, viewing Guerlain Vetiver as a complex, iconic classic with excellent depth and character that distinguishes it from modern vetivers. However, its animalic, earthy qualities and old-fashioned character make it challenging for newcomers and those seeking contemporary fragrances, requiring patience and multiple wears to fully appreciate.
Strengths
- Complex, layered composition with depth and character
- Distinctive animalic backbone that sets it apart from other vetivers
- Iconic classic reference fragrance in the vetiver category
- Rewards patient study with hidden nuances and evolution
Weaknesses
- Difficult to wear initially; not recommended for blind buys
- Polarizing animalic/musty notes can smell like body odor to some
- Perceived as old-fashioned or mature-leaning by some wearers
- Requires skin chemistry adjustment and multiple wears to appreciate
Best for
Office wear and professional settingsWarm weather and summer casualThose who appreciate retro/classic fragrancesExperienced fragrance enthusiasts willing to explore complexity
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
