Vetiver by Guerlain

Smells super herbal, like the classic barbershop scents of the past. It’s very potent at first, but once it dries down, it leaves a balsamic effect. Some might say it smells like an older person’s perfume, and it’s true it’s not for hitting on people at a club when you’re 20; it’s for dressing formally and smelling distinguished. To me, it doesn’t smell old because it has fresh, wearable notes. I see it as a spring fragrance; it could be heavy in the summer.

A classic fragrance with the aromatic quality Guerlain is known for. Very evocative, in my opinion a timeless work of art. Vetiver in all its facets: green, dry, and sweet at the end. It opens very citrusy and green, almost untamed, but soon transitions to something creamier, even soapy. The vetiver is always present, from the green to the softest notes. Fantastic for completing a formal outfit. I think it’s for all seasons, but it looks better in warm weather. Adequate performance, good longevity, and moderate sillage. You can’t miss it.

I’m going to get crucified, but it’s not what I expected. To me, it seems like a fairly dark fragrance, very earthy, indicated for cold and rainy days, and it has a lot of resemblance to Encre Noire. I expected something fresher, like Vetiver Homme by Adolfo Dominguez. I’ll let it macerate and see, but for now, I don’t like it.

It’s quite curious, haha. It doesn’t smell like an old fragrance or a grandpa’s perfume to me, but it also doesn’t smell like perfume. Haha, it’s not something I’d use. I consider it simply curious. You need to smell it before buying; if you already know Vetiver Post Date, it smells good.

100% masculine perfume, a classic and guaranteed quality. Smell like an old man? Not a chance. Classics never go out of style. The vetiver in its paradigmatic essence. Don’t accept imitations, silly derivatives, or postmodern substitutes. You can wear it even with sweatpants, and what others think is unnecessary. There are even Taliban for clothing. What pains and snobs some are. Given the current state of designer perfumery, I even find it an affordable fragrance.

Highly recommended. It’s not a modern fragrance, and I celebrate that. It’s old-school, elegant for a suit or blazer, not for sneakers. It evokes a classic virility from the last century, perhaps a bit anachronistic, but with an unexpected appeal among younger people. The green opening is well-structured; it’s not a dessert vetiver—it can be rough, but it’s coherent with its era. It has subtle aldehydes that might scare some off. Longevity and projection are decent for the price. Don’t buy it blindly if you’re chasing trends, but it’s a great option for lovers of the classics.

Sparkling, classic, and timeless. It has great presence and character. Created in 1959, it has managed to endure until today. It’s not for everyone or every age; it’s clean, firm, and full of character. An olfactory experience if you’re receptive. It should be in every man’s collection who has a strong personality.

At first, it didn’t surprise me, then it caught my attention, and now I’m in love. It has become one of my top 5 daily wear scents. Vetiver is my favorite note, and here it shines with the harmony of citrus, florals, woods, and a touch of animalic. It’s harmonious, neat, formal, dominant, and semi-versatile. It’s not for everyone; it’s for lovers of things done right.

Speaking as a woman about an iconic men’s perfume, the epitome of virility. Many young people dismiss it as vintage or outdated, but elegance and masculinity never go out of style. I’m clarifying that I’m talking about the 2000 version, prior to the last reformulation. Smelling it on a man gives me goosebumps; I feel like he’s a man with clear ideas and goals. At first, it seems rough, with smoky tobacco and prominent nutmeg; I don’t notice the citrus initially. Then the beautiful vetiver shines through: green, natural, crunchy, with lily root, carnation, pepper, and sandalwood. Later, it’s bolstered by oakmoss, myrrh, amber, and tonka bean, which sweeten it slightly without making it sweet. Finally, a leather note embraces it all. It’s old-school with style and class. It might be a niche perfume today, the one that goes against the grain to be itself. There are vetiver deals out there, but none as rough and masculine as this. It’s an Eau de Toilette, but on my father, it lasts over 10 hours with moderate sillage. I recommend it wholeheartedly.

A signature fragrance with class. It’s a very masculine scent but not heavy or suffocating. The vetiver stands out accompanied by citrus, an earthy part, and a spicy kick of pepper. It turns out versatile, though I lean more towards warm climates; it adds sophistication, maturity, and elegance. It works well day and night, casual and formal, though I think it suits those 30 and up better. I didn’t receive any compliments when I wore it at 18; in fact, people told me I smelled mature, but I also got no negative comments. Performance was moderate: it lasted 5-6 hours, projected quite a bit, and the trail was noticeable until 4-5 hours. The price isn’t the most economical, but it feels different, natural, and high quality. Ratings: Scent 5, Longevity 6, Projection 9, Sillage 9, Price 6. Total 7.

Just tried it. To me, it’s nothing new; anything with vetiver as the main note sounds old, repetitive, and overdone to me, usually smelling like something from the past. However, this Guerlain version feels different from the usual comparisons like Encre Noire or the Hermes one. It has very few citrus notes, though for me vetiver already has a bit of ‘citrus’ to it, plus wild, herbal, and wet vibes. What strikes me most is that it transports me to the post-shower feeling at the gym, pool, or sauna—that clean, wet freshness. Lots of moisture. As everyone knows, the Hermes one is much more citrusy, while Encre Noir is wilder, more ‘woodsy.’ This Guerlain Vetiver is like an Encre Noir but more sophisticated, more urban, and let’s say cleaner. Overall, it’s a great perfume; I’d say it’s essential for vetiver lovers. I’m still deciding if I like vetiver or not, so that’s how things are; my heart is ‘broken.’ This is the feeling this perfume gives me, considering I’m new to this hobby and don’t understand the technical jargon in this field.

I’ve had it for a very short while; in the dry-down, it smells very similar to Encre Noire. As mentioned in the opening, it’s balsamic and spicy, very old-school, almost antique. I’d use it in cold or fresh seasons. So far, I don’t like it, but the quality is there.

Classic fragrance, very old-school. Its opening is eminently citrusy and lemony before evolving into a vetiver with floral and powdery hints. Some say it has a certain medicinal-herbal aroma, and I have to agree. It feels unisex, but I don’t see a young woman wearing this; I see an older lady. For men, it’s more versatile despite being a scent from over 60 years ago (I think 1959); I believe it can be worn by those over 35-40, though a young person could dare to use it to stand out from the crowd. This isn’t a synthetic bubblegum or blue scent, as has been repeated since 2010; this is a classic that, despite its reformulations, hasn’t been discontinued and remains relevant. For a reason, right? Though I’m aware that this Guerlain masterpiece is either loved or hated. I love it. Its longevity and sillage are moderate; it should last longer, but since it’s a daytime soul perfume, I think its moderate life isn’t bad. I like wearing it to walk in the park with my 6-year-old son, preferably on a spring day. Its scent makes me feel good. Exquisite, elegant, old-school yet timeless. That’s Guerlain Vetiver, much to the dismay of detractors like, for example, the rogue Andrés Croxatto in his YouTube reviews.

The immediate opening and even a bit later, in my opinion, smells very old-school, extremely powdery, and medicinal. Then the dry-down smells a bit more contemporary and pleasant.

I love it! I smelled it for the first time almost 20 years ago… in the Mexican Caribbean. It seemed very interesting, and a person around 45 years old was wearing it. I bought it and like to wear it on rainy days. It hasn’t worked for me in the office or in enclosed places; most people used to generic scents find it heavy… Someone even perceived the fragrance as smelling like marijuana 😒. It’s fresh, soapy, clean… It lasts about… 6 to 10 hours depending on the sprays, and on clothes, it’s still perceptible a few days after using it…