Vetyver (for men)

OdeKlotyo

A beautiful and unique rendition of vetiver and an underappreciated fragrance overall. I have never smelled the vintage formulation of Lanvin's Vetyver, which was said to be a landmark vetiver, and which was relaunched in this updated form, but sadly, this modern version is now discontinued, too.
Devotees of pure and raw vetivers be warned that vetiver is quite subdued in this blend, but still there, and it grows stronger late in the drydown.
I've got a small sampler vial of Vetyver a few years ago and did not care for it too much then. Now I had grabbed the opportunity and bought a big bottle at a clearance for a very humble price.
True, this is an extremely mild fragrance for a vetiver that should be applied liberally in order to bring out the best in it. It is well-balanced and smooth. Surprisingly, the sum of its parts - citrus, woody, spicy and green notes - gives me a strange impression of something fruity and familiar. It just occurs to me from time to time when I smell it: it's apricot skin! Now, to live with a Luca Turinesque image: it feels like apricot jam bathing in an soft neon glow of emerald green.
It's classy and wearable in all settings.