Best Vetiver Colognes and Perfumes

By note

Vetiver is the root of a tropical grass, and it smells like nothing else: earthy, green, dry and slightly smoky. It gives a fragrance a clean, natural and serious character.

It has been a pillar of men’s perfumery since the 1950s and is now common in unisex scents. These are the vetiver fragrances in our catalog.

How we picked. We took every fragrance in our catalog that lists vetiver among its notes and ordered them by how long they last and how many occasions they cover. The list shows up to 10. Prices are typical US retail prices and may differ at checkout.

1
Dior
Fahrenheit
$125 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Leather
Violet leaf and leather with an almost gasoline-like accord. An unclassifiable classic, bold and full of character.
Key notes:
Lavender, Mandarin, Violet leaf, Leather, Vetiver
Style:
Classic, Mysterious
Longevity:
Very long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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2
Ralph Lauren
Polo
$95 · 4.0 oz · EDT · Men · Chypre
Pine needles, oakmoss, leather and pipe tobacco. A deep green classic that smells like an old study lined with books.
Key notes:
Juniper, Basil, Pine, Leather, Tobacco
Style:
Classic, Natural, Elegant
Longevity:
Very long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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3
Chanel
Bleu de Chanel
$155 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Woody
A woody aromatic of quiet elegance. Sparkling citrus settles onto incense and creamy sandalwood: the navy suit of perfumery.
Key notes:
Grapefruit, Lemon, Ginger, Incense, Sandalwood
Style:
Elegant, Urban, Fresh
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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4
Aramis
Aramis
$50 · 3.7 oz · EDT · Men · Leather
Bitter herbs, patchouli and a big leather and moss base. A confident, old-school scent with real presence.
Key notes:
Bergamot, Aldehydes, Patchouli, Leather, Oakmoss
Style:
Classic, Elegant
Longevity:
Very long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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5
Hermès
Terre d'Hermès
$125 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody
Earth, mineral and bitter orange. A walk between the vegetal and the mineral, sober and deeply elegant.
Key notes:
Orange, Grapefruit, Pepper, Vetiver, Cedar
Style:
Natural, Elegant, Classic
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Moderate
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6
Dior
Dior Homme Intense
$140 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Woody
Powdery iris, velvet and wood. A sophisticated, almost velvety masculinity that shines on cold nights.
Key notes:
Lavender, Pear, Iris, Cedar, Vetiver
Style:
Elegant, Romantic, Mysterious
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Moderate
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7
Chanel
Coco Mademoiselle
$175 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Women · Chypre
A modern chypre full of character: vibrant orange, rose and clean patchouli. Elegance with a rebellious wink.
Key notes:
Orange, Bergamot, Rose, Patchouli, Vetiver
Style:
Elegant, Romantic, Urban
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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8
Chanel
Chance
$150 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Women · Chypre
Pink pepper, jasmine and patchouli in a bottle as round as luck. Sparkling, unpredictable and elegant.
Key notes:
Pink pepper, Lemon, Jasmine, Patchouli, Musk
Style:
Elegant, Romantic, Classic
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Moderate
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9
Yves Saint Laurent
Y Eau de Parfum
$125 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Fougère
Fresh apple, sage and ambery woods. A modern, versatile fougère with a much-praised trail.
Key notes:
Apple, Ginger, Sage, Cashmere wood, Tonka bean
Style:
Urban, Fresh, Seductive
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Strong
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10
Valentino
Uomo Born in Roma
$115 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody
Salty violet leaf, ginger and smoky vetiver. Italian elegance with a modern edge.
Key notes:
Violet leaf, Sea salt, Sage, Vetiver, Woody notes
Style:
Urban, Elegant, Seductive
Longevity:
Long-lasting
Projection:
Moderate
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Frequently asked questions

What does vetiver smell like?

Like dry earth, cut grass and roots, with a faint smokiness. Depending on the fragrance it can lean fresh and citrusy or dark and woody.

Is vetiver good for the office?

Yes. Vetiver with citrus is one of the classic office styles: clean, discreet and never sweet.

Which season suits vetiver?

Most vetiver fragrances work all year. Fresh ones with citrus are best in spring and summer, and darker, smokier ones in fall.

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