Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum vs Vetiver Root Eau de Toilette

Mr. Burberry

Edp	Concentration	Edt
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Vetiver Root

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mr. Burberry

Mr. Burberry EDP is the definitive crowd-pleaser for those who want to smell good without shouting about it. While some find it too safe or basic, its elegance, versatility, and smooth masculine character have garnered a loyal following, proving that sometimes, simple sophistication is best.

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Our Verdict - Vetiver Root

A love-it-or-hate-it scent that has people divided between 'barbershop aftershave' and 'creamy, sexy smoothness'. Don't expect YSL quality, but it's a solid, affordable alternative to La Nuit de L'Homme if you're after something warm and spicy.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	7%	8%
Floral	4%	7%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	13%	15%
Sweet	15%	22%
Warm	26%	25%
Woody	22%	16%
Earthy	13%	15%
Animalic	1%	3%
Fresh	22%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mr. Burberry EdP

Vetiver Root EdT

Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 30% vs 48%

Only in Mr. Burberry

Mint 26% Grapefruit 23% Tarragon 20%

Only in Vetiver Root

Tea 28% Bergamot 24%

Shared Notes

Lavender 39% vs 46%

Only in Mr. Burberry

Nutmeg 31% Cedar 30%

Only in Vetiver Root

Vetiver 54%

Shared Notes

Amber 15% vs 56%

Only in Mr. Burberry

Patchouli 26% Cinnamon 18% Benzoin 14% Vetiver 14% Sandalwood 13%

Only in Vetiver Root

Tonka Bean 43%

Accords

Mr. Burberry Vetiver Root

100%

Warm Spicy

74%

98%

Aromatic

100%

83%

Woody

58%

68%

Fresh Spicy

50%

58%

Amber

63%

49%

Lavender

62%

60%

Patchouli

56%

Green

52%

50%

Earthy

52%

50%

Citrus

47%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

74%

Aromatic shared

98%

100%

Woody shared

83%

58%

Fresh Spicy shared

68%

50%

Amber shared

58%

63%

Lavender shared

49%

62%

Patchouli

60%

Green shared

56%

52%

Earthy shared

50%

52%

Citrus shared

50%

47%

Performance

Mr. Burberry Vetiver Root

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mr. Burberry

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear. The warm spice and woody accords lend themselves well to dates, but it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.

Vetiver Root

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate sillage and warm, woody-spicy profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates, especially in cooler weather. The lack of strong longevity and the 'aftershave' comparisons might limit its appeal for formal events or office use, though its clean facets could work for some office settings.