Vetiver (for men)

cbstarker

I only recently starting playing with vetivers and what I don't understand is why they aren't more popular than they are! Annick Goutal's vetiver is likely the most interesting and by far the most pleasing I've tested yet (Etro and Guerlain being the others so far). It is at once raw and captivating, entirely seductive and beautiful in its nod to a rustic simplicity. Or is it?

At first all I smelled was hay. Just like when first entering a barn, thre is a strong sudden whiff of hay mixed with a barnyard animal heft. But the animalic note take a small step back (it does not go away, mind you) and is joined by something (someone?). I have NO IDEA what that note is but I think it must be a touch of sandalwood. Whatever - I am in love with it! It is such a mellifluous smell it gives me butterflies!

Now. I'll tell you exactly what is going on in my head. This is the smell of Lady Godiva's ride! As the stable doors open there is a whiff of the interior and a surge or nervous anxiety as she prepares for her infamous ride. She disrobes and there is an incredibly beautiful fragrance in the air. She is nervous but strong as she mounts the horse ready to make history. But as she leaves on the back of the horse in all her natural beauty, the anxiety dissipates and there is only her strength and poise as she rides through the village streets with all of her dignity intact. She may no longer be nervous, but suddenly I am! For I can smell the two as they approach my door and I am the Peeping Tom!

shamus1

The best vetiver around, even better than Guerlain's excellent vetiver. I love it because it has a very raw, earthy vetiver smell, yet it's very transparent. This all gives the effect of being near salt air at the beach. The vetiver is very much up front and very natural smelling. Outstanding.

BlackAmberMoon

Not being a fan of vetiver, I wasn't expecting to like this - but I do. It's a spicy/masculine scent that would also work well on some women. A must try if you like vetiver!