Grey Vetiver Tom Ford for men

This fragrance is vetiver, well accentuated with citruses. On my skin, it does not come about quite as grassy as vetiver can be - in a good way. The vetiver shows its woody face during the drydown. Longevity is a good 6 hours for me, as I would expect from an Eau de Parfum.
A very crisp yet simple composition around the vetiver theme. I like it!

I am a big vetiver fan. The note features in all the fragrances I own. I like it raw like in Encre Noir and I like it subtle like in Dior Homme. I also own a collection of vetiver essential oils as they tend to differ quite considerably depending on the soil the roots grew in. I love the nutty aspects of the scent and also the woody,earthy,spicy drydown that sometimes has elements of tobacco, flowers or even honey. I find it interesting how iridescent this material is, shifting its shape according to time, distance, composition. The initial impression of vetiver oil is usually miles away from its drydown. The impression you get from the airspace around the wearer is very different to what you get when you sniff close to the skin where the gourmant aspects are revealed. When not a dominant note in a fragrance it can adopt completely unexpected characteristics while still retaining its main "body" intact. Most of all I like vetiver because of the sense of humility it conveys, an honest scent not intended to win someone in first glance (or whiff).

Having said that I can say that Grey Vetiver manages to be a vetiver without any of the vetiver virtues. At first it appears like a well groomed man, quite presentable but within minutes it turns to this boring screeching yupee (like American Psycho) constantly yelling hysterically from ones wrist. In the end it seems like it kicks the bucket after throwing one last tantrum but its remains on the skin for hours and hours smelling like battery acid (thankfully with no projection to speak of). I don't understand how anyone can approve of such a perfume unless he has a serious case of anosmia.

The overall impression is the opposite of classy from bottle to contents. The bottle admittedly photographs quite well but feels like it's going to break if I squeeze a bit more. Very light like someone cut back on glass and the label is not incorporated in the design but looks like an afterthought. The ingredients do not appear to be of particular quality either. I don't detect any spice of interest there other than turmeric which is as cheap as it comes and citrus notes are probably synthetic like the woody ones. The vetiver itself is very linear and I believe it to be a fractioned distillation., not a bad thing in itself but here it is left without character.

In conclusion I find this to be an ugly fragrance in an ugly bottle and I wouldn't want to own it even if it were cheap. If I wanted to collect all vetivers in the world I would still turn a blind eye to Grey Vetiver.

él mejor de todos los tiempos, y despues vendria egoiste platinum y armani for men ;D.
solo para caballeros elegantes y distingidos.

Ok...here I am again.. contrary to my review of Dec 22 2011...this is an excellent smell and though I still maintain that it has the same opening as the azzaro, I have began to enjoy this magnificent EDP and it has really grown on me. the dry down is of vetiver and mild warm spicy and a balmy mystic woody undertone which makes it even more desirable. I will buy a second bottle and that is for sure. This is an excellent perfume from Mr Tom Ford and though very expensive, it is worth every penny. Love it...you just gotta love it!

LOVE IT!

It begins super strong and dries down to a wonderful fresh, clean scent. Great projection and longevity. Strongly recommend this vetiver.

Spray one on the neck and one on each arm. Any more is too much.

Well done Mr. Ford, well done......

To me, Grey Vetiver was initially a 'hmm, it's OK' scent, but even after a few wears, I have changed my mind to 'masterpiece!'

On me, it gradually evoked memories of a traditional Japanese onsen (hot spring), and this is what makes it so dear to me. That initial blast of citrus notes, with its almost slightly aquatic nature, is reminiscent of sliding into the warm, invigorating bath. The earthy, dry yet somehow paradoxically fresh vetiver, dominating the fragrance, is the volcanic, herbal yet somehow clean smell emanating from the steam rising above the hot waters. The woodsy notes - the wooden walls and basins placed around the spring. That delicate touch of spice complements all of these notes and grounds this fragrance.

It is an intimate scent, and as such, does not project extensively. The longevity is fairly average, despite being an Eau de Parfum. However, it is most likely a fault of my own skin; all fragrances, despite concentration, seem to struggle to last more than 5 hours. I recommend this fragrance to males of any age, however maturity is a must. I hope it conjures fond memories for you too.

★★★★★
Amongst all the types of Vetiver that are offered, this one is the most elegant, the most tempting and timeless one to me. It is not romantic at all, but this aspekt makes the perfume totally sexy and unforgettable.

I am a great lover of vetiver, so I was looking forward to trying out Tom Ford's Grey Vetiver. It is indeed very 'true' to actual vetiver (in fact, at first it smells just like the essential oil straight out of the bottle.) It's an extremely dry scent overall, and somewhat linear (I could detect hints of the other notes, but only faintly.) There is also an astringent quality to this perfume which I think inspired the name 'Grey', since this is most definitely not a green or lush kind of vetiver scent at all, it's more metallic than that.

I would agree with many other reviewers here that it is very modern. This is not the Vetiver scents of the 1970's but rather an interpretation that doesn't pay homage to the past. This would be well-suited to younger males who want sharp, dry, clean smell with just a hint of spice.

Any body gets the vibe of Terre d hermes at drydown.???

One of my absolute favorites in my collection. what I love about this fragrance is the way it tricks you by fading away and coming back,with a hint of the top citrus note and then the strong Vetiver fades in. its a bit expensive but to me it was worth every penny.

Sorry people, this is my take on this, bought this perfume yesterday because of the reviews I read here and here is my conclusion. It is overly expensive, longevity is good but the vetiver fades into a more spicy/lemon note after less than an hour. If you like this Tom Ford, save your coins and buy Azzaro Visit. It is the exact same thing only the Azzaro is cheaper and a little more masculine.More value for your money, Trust me!

Tom, you know I love you, but this vetiver is so light, it's quite unreal, quite "invisible"... and this is not good, i'm sorry Tom. Guerlain's Vetiver is better than yours (but, Tom! I love you). ;)

While no vetiver scent will ever really excite me, Tom Ford's Grey Vetiver comes pretty darn close. The scent opens with an extremely dry and sugar-free lemon, bergamot, and grapefruit mixture, which grows even drier and starker as the seconds pass. Eventually a solid wood note, fueled by a strident black pepper, kicks through the bony fog of the top, and presents the star note in its unadulterated glory. The vetiver is clear, beautifully rendered, and very clean. As it dries further, Grey Vetiver grows soapier, and eschews the tobacco elements of classics like Guerlain's Vetiver in favor of a purer presentation. The scent's name fits it well; Grey Vetiver evokes images of cold grass on a misty embankment in the colorless hours of early morning. Well done, André Firmenich, and well done, Mr. Ford.

Already commented before, but can't stop myself to write again.
One word: Masterpiece!
Sillage, projection and longevity are wonderful. Max 2 spritz.
One of the best vetiver so far.
Deserves each cent spent.

It does what it says on the tin, as it smells like vetiver, but it should have been done with less chemistry. The way it evolves, it's too plastic-like to be stylish, and leaves as a poor man's vetiver perfume. My adivice: either go for a well done, but possibly more expensive vetiver scent, or stick to Calvin Klein's selection of fine and inexpensive fragrances.

@Adrianocgo I did not understand 1 / 10 in sillage, I have a sample of GV, and what I can say is that at least 8 / 10. A Sillage so astronomical that the track made me remember the cartoons, when they do those scenes in which the character closes his eyes and goes floating against the wonderful smell.

Wow, I dont get the similarity to Encre Noir by lalique at all as some have said. This is much better. I love smelling Encre Noir but on my skin its very metallic sometimes bug spray like. But hidden beneath it lies its luxury somewhere. But Grey Vetiver is such a true Luxury. It screams clean & vintage & bright but all MAN. And how can a "true rugged not afraid to get dirty man" be so bright and seemingly clean to the touch and senses? an oxymoron i suppose but this is where the essence lies in Grey Vetiver. You get both of those notions and they blend so well that you envision that dirty side of a rugged man but the refreshing earthiness of clean gives him the gentleman quality. Tom Fords goal.

One of my favorites, but too intimate for casual use. Unfortunately.

Sillage: 1/10
Longevity: 7/10
Smell: 1000000/1000000. Underrated

Ohhh man, Oh man, this smells excellent. Never...ever fails to get a compliment. Modern, clean, masculine, sexy..love it. Has great longivity and projection. A must have in any fragrance collection.

people are right when they say that it is a women's fragrance with a lot of vetiver stuffed/forced into it...


it's strange to say that do not blindbuy this for nobody blindbuy's such expensive stuff,but what i mean is that buy a sample of it or just spray it on yourselves from a shop and then think about it and as well as ask people around u that what do they think of it as a men's fragrance..then decide whether u should spent a lot of your precious money on this stuff or not

projection:8/10

longevity:9/10

smell: 5/10 because of the lot of feminine character that it has

women can also pull this off

I fell desperately in love today. I sprayed this juice on my hand and was sniffing it all day. It's a clean vetiver reminiscent of Encre Noire, yet a little happier and brighter. Heaven.

(A month later)
Fell a little out of love today. Committed to a bottle and was disappointed by the Vetiver (Guerlain) dry-down. There is something soapy and less forest-floor about it. Grrrr. Just when I though I had found my Holy Grail of fragrance!!! The search continues. I guess I am just a fickle heart.

"Grey Vetiver's" main force lies in its introduction. The "lasting first impression", as we say. I suggest you avoid the childish excitement and give it sometime. You'll soon realise, this is an expensive perfume. :-)

En general no amo el vetiver, pero esta creacion es simplemente diferente. Es un vetiver profundo, mistico.

Now THIS is something else! Such a masculine scent. I love the smokey woods. Very captivating and 'come hither'. Mysterious and ultra sexy!!

Oh magical vetiver! Wow! It's been a long time since I've felt this way about a fragrance.

Grey Vetiver shimmers like one of those hologram stickers. One moment clean and soapy like shaving foam, then the next moment a raw smoky vetiver root, ripped straight out of the Haitian heat and dust.

The citrus here is classy, with the same vibe as Armani's classic Eau pour Homme. Whereas that would trail off into a powdery nothing, this kicks back with a high quality vetiver note that's almost identical to pre-reformulation Guerlain. As such, it never strays beyond the boundaries of true gentleman. Quietly confident and considerate of others at all times. The polar opposite of say, Paco Rabanne One Million dude.

This is for those guys who don't need to shout. Remember, the loudest one in the room is also the weakest. Tom Ford Grey Vetiver? It's pure class.

smells like disgusting medical cream after the openning. I wanted to scrub it off but could not

I just love Vetiver fragrances and this is one of my best! A very classy and sophisticated scent. Not herbaceous like guerlain's Vetiver in which i like as well but this is more subtle and adding more dimensions of redlance as it drydown.Very crisp n'clean.Tom Ford has really hit the mark...8/10.

I have just bought my first bottle, and it is stunning. It manages to be sexy without being dark, which is unusual.I've been wearing small amounts for three days, and can now discern the other notes which lurk alongside the citrus & smoke (they were the two things which stood out for me on first application). It felt so comfortable I was worried that I might apply too much so asked a friend too wear some last night so that I could get an idea of its projection.I'm now ready to go!A definite thumbs up, and I think it will be a fairly constant companion.

I smelled this and love was in the air.. It swept me off my feet and I reached the clouds. I know it's meant for men but I just can't help myself. I just want to smell this, on me or a man... and since there is no man I can sniff in my life these days.. I guess it will have to be on myself ; )

Mr. Ford, you are my dream man!! I bow to you and all the beautiful creations you have been responsible for. Good to know you are back. This scent is worth every hard earned penny I think!

با سلام
یه شاهکاره دیگه از برند مورد علاقه من یعنی تام فورد
عجب رایحه ای
لذت بردم ازداشتنش
اولش بوی صابون های قدیمی رو میده
اصلا رایحه خشکی نداره کاملا مرطوبه
دوام عالی پخش عالی
واقعا مستخق دریافت جایزه فی فی بوده
من که عاشقش شدم
یه عطر واقعی برای سوپرمن های واقعی
اما یادتون نره
بارها عرض کردم
حتما تست کنید بعد خرید کنید
با احترام

Yes another MANLY MANS colonge,AWESOME!!!

NICE! Yep, Grey Vetiver is a modern update to the classic vetiver found in Guerlain's, and it's definitely more wearable and smells a little better (at least better than the current Guerlain Vetiver formulation).

Grey Vetiver is just a straight-up woody vetiver with nothing to hide, and I do believe I smell some tobacco in there. They utilized some good raw materials for this one and overall it just smells great. Lasts a while and projects well, too.

If you tend to have a problem with vetiver fragrances, perhaps they can be headache-inducing for you or maybe too weird, try this one. It's probably the most accessible pure vetiver fragrance I've tried yet.

Although this isn't a new fragrance, it seemed to be popping up in enough magazines for me to make the effort to check it out. Luckily, the Tom Ford section was salesperson-free when I visited, so I was able to take my time without being eyed off as a potential shoplifter.

The bottle is rather nice for this one, and although it is aimed at men I think anyone could wear it. In fact, I always think it seems incredibly chic and slightly radical when I hear that women wear male fragrances and that men wear female fragrances. I think it's great that fragrance rules are slowly being chipped away. If you love, wear it!

But onto the juice. Like all Tom Ford fragrances, this one starts off smelling like a beefed up version of Lauder's Aramis mixed with something else, in this case lemon and vetiver. The Aramis part is really strong on the first spray, but then it settles into the background and the lemon takes over wit a hint of the green vetiver. After an hour or so I thought it smelled like the barbershop my father used to visit when I was little. It didn't seem to last all that long and was gone in about 3 hours. I do like some of the Tom Ford range - the names always get me in - but I can't imagine putting this one on every day. The initial spray packs quite a punch.

And incidentally, if you love these sort of in your in-your-face, up-your-nose and I-think-my-brain-just-froze fragrances but don't have the coin for them, give Jessica Simpson's Fancy Nights a try. I know, I know, but you gotta trust me on this one!

Muhteşem bir parfüm. Benim favorim. Vetiver kokusunu hissedeceksiniz...

It smells like a fresh modern update to Guerlains Vetiver but is more restrained and wearable.

un must pour la parfumerie mondiales!!!!!!

Love at first sniff. Marvelous and stunning perfume. Bought it immediately after first sniff :)
Citrussy, spicy vetiver, one of the best vetiver out there. Silky, creamy, clean, fresh, smokey and soapy. All notes r blended perfectly. So classy, masculine and elegant.
Every vetiver lover must own this fabulous stuff!
Drives everybody around you crazy.

Projection and lifetime r gr8.
10/10 all in all.

Got this in with a sample pack today - ohhhh, ohhhhh! Gonna save it for the right man LOL

I tried this today. Absolutely stunning smell. I want to buy one. But the price makes my eyes water :(

Sniffing this marvel on others is another experience.
Today a guy was near to me in the market and he said he's worn Grey Vetiver. It was just brilliant; there's no floral, or citric pattern, only you get softened and chilly extremely smoky and modern smell of freshened vetiver. I really enjoyed the moments in the line to cashier; maybe more than the guy!

It's the best vetiver based fragrance that i have tried yet.
Smokey ,earthy vetiver not the soapy effect.
Classy but very good for work.
This is cooling but not in citrus or herbal way, it's unique and get lot of compliment.
Very high quality ingredients,much better then guerlain vetiver IMO.
Longevity about 7 hours with moderate projection.

Interesting to read the references to 'Eau Savage' by Dior in relation to this effort by Tom Ford. I have to say, this is one of the few scents that upon application induced a headache feeling to the point of my making a concerted effort to scrub it off of my arm in the airport. I don't usually react badly to scents, beyond a general feeling of being unimpressed. Despite the beautiful bottle and my adoration of Black Orchid, this scent reacted badly with my chemistry - try before you buy!

A briliant, bright and fresh vetiver. The mixed of citrus, a touch of pepper and ''the vetiver'' make this a absolutely top spring, summer scent. A very good projection and a longevity dignified of a EDP. A really Tom Ford pattern.

Oh yeah! This one I love. Great compliments, longevity, projection, year round, versatile, modern vetiver, great on my skin. Most people will like this one I think.
I just want to add that with this one you need to be careful not to over apply. It can be strong, and it lasts, so only 1 or 2 sprays I think.

Sublime. Love the tobacco and grapefruit. It's my sexiest scent.

Ford is turning back to those brilliant days!
Grey Vetiver deserves its Fifi award for sure, it’s a masterpiece certainly.
As it opens with an extreme smoky and chic scent of vetiver and citruses, provides virile and young mood.
It's a bit nostalgic and reminds old soaps mom used to wash me when I was 2.5 feet! Of course it's not soapy that much and so chic and romantic.
It brings positive senses forth. It provides a polite, respectful and noble mood. It's attracts and charms highly as well as a luxury stuff does.
It opens chilly and freshening and gives self confidential mood. It's a high quality stuff and shines radiantly in any formal occasions. I prefer to wear it on a ceremonial suit in a mild night party and also in first rendezvous with a nice and alluring lady! But it's not sexy and wild, it's only charming and in an immensely polite way.

longevity 9/10
sillage 10/10
scent 9/10

I beg to differ but I think this is bearable than Guerlain's.it's smoky,rich and doesnt come as dated.had one spray to my arm and it lasted all day.I dont usually get that type of reaction from most sprays but this one leaves u mightily impressed with its sillage and projection.thank God the younger crowd wont find it appealing.it will put me off as they tend to abuse EVERYTHING!This is a very well made fragrance and not for riff raffs.sorry but that's it

this cologne is very rich and musky. It is also very long lasting. it stays on my skin forever, i do not think this is a good cologne for people under the age of 25 because it reminds me of sifictication and such. i do think this is a very great smell

A very fresh, cool and classy vetiver. I'm 26 yrs old and was a little skeptical about this one since, I associated the vetiver with a more mature scent. But, this one blew my mind away with such a clean, fresh, and modern scent well worth the price.

This is an excellent vetiver fragrance. It's fresh, refined and casual - all at the same time. The longevity is splendid and the sillage is a pleasant departure from the warm clouds of musk over here in Kuwait.

I believe that this fragrance is great for everyday office and for evening. Not for night events. I do not thing it is for summer only. It creates a great soapy freshness feeling to me. It surly has a vast longevity. It keeps very nice smell on casual clothes. Also does not pass unobserved from women. A lot female collogues and friends gave compliments for this, not in a “night” or “stimulating” cologne way, but in a nice fresh and light “fruity” cologne way. I will keep it in my everyday collection.

Such a shame, in a way. Smoky, but fresh vetiver but somehow lacks any real character. To me, it is a bad copy of Guerlain's Vetiver. It has it's place for those who prefer fresh scents but like it classy with a trendy smokiness to it. But when you try the Guerlain version, you'll instantly understand Guerlain's majesty when it comes to the many facets of vetiver.

This is a very nice vetiver scent. Nice citrus opening. Very clean and sophisticated fragrance. This would be a safe blind buy. Perfect spring and summer scent.

Edit: It's also has a little smoky/salty vibe to it. It has medium sillage on my skin and it last 8 to 10 hours on my skin. 9/10

Hi.

GREY VETIVER defines of Masculine Elegance.This Lovely Scent possesses a blend of Woodsy notes giving it an Exciting scent.A True head turner as I constantly get Compliments whenever I wear it. Elaborate,Modern,Classy, Addictive,Expensive,Woodsy,Appealing and Distinct.

A fresh and Citrucy Opening with Citruses followed by a Lovely heart of Spice and The base includes a Unique blend of Woodsy Notes That Making you feel like Walk in an Exotic grove and also Gives you Mystique.

The Perfect scent for the Everyday also Surprisingly Intimate and Subtle when wear on a Date Because This Scent is So Cute for Ladies.GREY VETIVER will definitely help make Your perfect SPRING&SUMMER.I would Highly Recommend this EDP If you like fresh scents with some depth.

Sillage?Nice.

Longevity?Superb on my skin.

Thank You TOM FORD.

8/10

This could be a perfect all round Summer cologne. Really so not smell myself wearing this any other time of the year (for sure in the North East).

I first encountered vetiver in the early Eighties wearing Eau Sauvage (one of my fave Spring/Summer scents). Did not rgrasp it at the time that besides its main man note of citrus, vetiver played a part!

So here we have Tom Ford doing it right.
Sillage is what it should be. No mamby pamby nonsense. Citrus is here at the top but no doubt about it the vetiver is the main show through out (reverse of Eau Sauvage).

So, this is what a full throttle vetiver is all about. Classy and very cool.

I'm really loving it so I guess I'm buying it!

cool, classy and sophisticated. Yet subtle and not remotely obnoxious.
Brilliant summer choice. Lasts a long time on my skin.

Mr Ford did it again.

Slightly pricey for me ... but absolutely worth every penny. In the boardroom or the bedroom this scent is impressive. Not only impressive in terms of its sillage and lasting power but also in the true meaning of the term ... it leaves an impression!

People respond to it positively in varying degrees but, without fail, it always leaves a positive and lasting impression. The highest praise I can give this scent is that this is what I have always imagined/wanted an idealized version of myself to smell like.

Just such a cool, calming and classy perfume. Suitable for any age.

Lasting power is tremendous and sillage is just right. Noticable but not overpowering.

Tom Ford's perfumes are expensive, but they are top quality and its true that you get what you pay for.

Smells kinda like Eau Sauvage by Christian Dior in my opinion.

Finally I purchased a bottle of Tom Ford Grey Vetiver. To me it starts off with a warm citrus note which also has a slight smoky tone to it. The grapefruit is quite prominent in this fragrance but not overpowering. Then the saltiness mixed with woods begins which lingers. The vetiver is there and calming. I can smell a bit of Alien (Mugler). This EDP lasts forever and the projection and sillage are fantastic. I have received plenty of compliments. 10/10

Tom Ford’s GREY VETIVER is
superbly blended with a refined core of
natural vetiver for a scent that's elegant,
charismatic and provocative.

There's grapefruit and orange blossom in the opening, to my nose.

The spices in the heart definitely include sage.

But it's the vetiver that's the star of the show here. This vetiver is not dank and musty vetiver, but clean, green, and woody.

Somehow, there's a saltiness that makes one think of sea air and wet wood. A classic masculine fragrance, but very modern, with élan.

This is a tour de force, a very smart treatment of vetiver -- one of the best, in my opinion.

Wow, I tested this in the Dept Store today and I can honestly say it is amazing.I put this on my hand in the morning and I can still smell the scent a good 8 hours later. This is a must have for me. Citrus, salty, marine notes and it does sort of have that Thierry Mugler Alien note there too?

Tom Ford's latest frgrance brilliantly evokes the essence of his menswear world. GREY VETIVER is a masterful new rendition of the cool and intriguing possiblilities of vetiver, an ingredient that Ford credits as a hallmark of the classic, tailored and unabashedly masculine man.

I really enjoy this vetiver over other mens vetiver scents. It is calm yet made aware (sillage) I got 5-7 hours of longevity on this. Frederic Malle Vetiver Extradinaire is nice as well but it is a little more sharp and herbal, where this is smooth and calming. A spicy/woodsy/warm vetiver. Overall 8.5/10 and a must try.

I wanted to love this one based on my affection for TF for men, but just can't get into it.

I am a woman who loves vetiver. I adore guerlain's vetiver. This one is sharper and less herbaceous.

If guerlain's interpretation can ground and soothe you, ford's can help you rise some centimeters above the ground.

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!! Not as much as Extreme but I still LOVE it! I need to have it!

I wasn't too keen on the frosted glass bottle, but I got over it quickly. This was the first try-and-buy scent for me in quite a while and is definitely a standout as far as recent masculine releases.

It starts out with vetiver, a borderline sweaty grapefruit note, and some dry woods and quickly progresses to a spicier, woodier, slightly smoky heart, akin to Armani Bois D'Encens, and ends with a smooth cool vetiver with a hint of warmer woods. Like others have said, there's some saltiness as well, and while I thought the wet paint smell might have been the workmen painting outside my apartment last week, there's actually a bit of that in there as well. Not groundbreaking, but still, a very good and modern take on the classic masculine vetiver.

I received a sample of this fragrance about a week ago when I purchased some skin care products.

I immediately fell in love with the juice of Grey Vetiver. This is going to be a hit and I know I will be smell this scent on everyone. This is a must have fragrance. Wristsniffer gave a great description, so I will not duplicate my same thoughts.

I have not been able to stop thinking about this scent and not wanting to use entire sample. I keep asking myself, "Do I want a fragrance eventually everyone will have in their collection?" Yes, I do!

I will purchase it, wear it for awhile until it becomes too mainstream. then I will put it aside for a while, then returning to this masterpiece.

Update:
This fragrance was added to my collection about three months after this review.

My boyfriend, being the vetiver fan that he is, was really excited to try this one and I'll admit, being the vetiver fan that I'm NOT, that it's very nicely done. It smells much better on his skin than it did on the test strip - more smoky and less sour.

While I LOVE L'Occitane's Vetyver for men and the warm cigar smoke note it brings with it, I can't stand Encre Noir in all of it's sour, wet, linear rootiness. I think Grey Vetiver is somewhere in between the two and surprisingly better than most mainstream scents that have been released on the mens' side of the fragrance world this past year.

It's very salty and reminds me of the ocean and marine fog - it's not aquatic in a soapy sense, more aquatic in that it reminds me of being on a boat on the ocean, in the early hours of the morning, before the sun has broken through the mist and warmed everything up. Portside, someone is smoking a pipe, and you catch drifts off that smoke every now and again. Someone has recently made repairs to the boat and the smell of freshly painted wood is very present. The air is still cool and wet, and what you smell most of all is the salt as it's pulled up from the sea and carried in the arms of the fog as it drifts past your nose.

My favorite scents on my guy are dark - Bulgari Black, Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille, etc., but this one gets high marks in my book, despite its lack of warmth. It has a three dimensional personality and it reminds me of the way the sea really smells when it's fresh and clean and free of rotting fish and algae (not in the way so many aquatics attempt to smell with "marine" notes which just end up smelling soapy). When I smelled Alien by Thierry Mugler, I felt there was something magical about it - something appropriately other-worldly and different - a three dimensional mist so to speak, and this is the only other fragrance which has managed to capture that cool, misty note for me. In Grey Vetiver, it's surrounded by smoke, roots, and salt instead of Alien's jasmine and ambery-woods, but the effect is not lost. I'd give it seven stars out of ten.

grey vetiver by tom ford is another winner for the great creator