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Les Colognes Vetiver by Goutal

Men Women 2013

Brand
Goutal
Perfumer
Camille Goutal
Perfumer
Isabelle Doyen

Description

Les Colognes Vetiver by Goutal is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2013, this composition was created by Isabelle Doyen and Camille Goutal.

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Quick summary

When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 8.0%
  • Spring 36%
  • Summer 37%
  • Autumn 20%
  • Day 84%
  • Night 16%

Key notes

Community

113 votes

  • Positive 84%
  • Negative 14%
  • Neutral 1.8%
positive reviews 113 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterMasculine

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In the collection

Leading answer I own it

244 votes

Season

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Leading answer Summer

87 votes

Time of day

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Leading answer Day

45 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Les Colognes Vetiver

Main accord aromatic Year 2013 Gender Men · Women Perfumer Camille Goutal · Isabelle Doyen

Les Colognes Vetiver by Goutal is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2013, this composition was created by Isabelle Doyen and Camille Goutal.

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How it wears

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

53 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

54 votes

Character

Leading answer Leans masculine

15 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Good value

15 votes

Have you worn Les Colognes Vetiver?

Tell us how it opens, how it settles on your skin, how long it lasts and when you wear it.

  1. ShiseidoTactics

    I gave it a second chance and I have to admit, I liked it more this time. While I still prefer L’Occitane’s ‘Eau de Vétiver’, I tried this one on skin and blotter today. The longevity is moderate, but as Drakecito mentioned, the sillage is poor; after all, it’s a Cologne, meant to perfume the body after a shower, though nowadays we use it for convenience if there’s no EDT available. It’s a great option for vetiver lovers: cheerful, spicy, and light. With moderate longevity and low projection, just remember it’s a Cologne.

    • Vetiver
    • Longevity
    • Sillage

  2. ShiseidoTactics

    My first impression wasn’t great, but I plan to give it another shot. Compared to the L’Occitane counterpart, ‘Eau de Vétiver’, it feels a bit duller. At first, it seemed bland and unremarkable, but I’ll give it a second chance today if I can make it back to the nearest store or branch. The longevity seemed very poor, although the sales associate applied a generous amount to my wrist. The sillage, keeping in mind it’s a Cologne (the box just says ‘Les Colognes’), shouldn’t be big, and indeed, it isn’t.

    • Vetiver
    • Longevity
    • Sillage

  3. drakecito

    If @Shiseido, it’s an ‘Eau de Cologne’ both in name and concentration. I’ve tried the L’Occitane version, and they follow the same line, but the Goutal one smells more natural and realistic (though it is pricier, of course). The performance is similar, but keep in mind that the L’Occitane one was reformulated and probably diluted; it used to be called just ‘Vétiver’. The issue with this Goutal is that, while it lasts quite a while (over 6 hours), the trail is very poor and you have to get close to smell it; plus, the scent fades quickly and it’s quite common. Only for vetiver lovers who prefer the freshest version for summer use.

    • Vetiver
    • Longevity
    • Summer
    • Reformulation

  4. drakecito

    A very refined vetiver by A. Goutal. The opening is very citrusy and sparkling, quickly blending with the vetiver and a salty note that gives it a marine effect. You can also detect a very soft floral note that rounds out the fragrance. It’s much fresher than the discontinued EDT version (which was darker) and more recommended for summer, though I sometimes wear it in winter. The vetiver note is frankly well-crafted, very natural, and of tremendous quality; one of the best on the current market without resorting to vintage formulas. Longevity is very good, especially for a Cologne (over 5 hours), and the trail is skin-hugging. An option fresh vetiver lovers shouldn’t miss. Recommended!

    • Vetiver
    • Longevity
    • Summer
    • Fresh