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1872 Vetiver Eau de Parfum bottle 1872 Vetiver EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender M
2016 Year 1999
£££££ Price Tier ££
Romance for Men Eau de Toilette bottle Romance for Men EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 1872 Vetiver EDP
This one is a real gem, if you can actually find it. Lovers of complex, vetiver-led scents reckon it's heaven in a bottle, opening up beautifully over time. It's a genuine shame it's so elusive.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Romance for Men EDT
This discontinued 90s stunner is still capable of making knees go weak and starting romantic journeys if you can get hold of a bottle. Despite a name that promises romance, it's a classy, versatile, and distinctly masculine aromatic woody that punches way above its weight.
Favourite

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
1872 Vetiver EDP
Romance for Men EDT

Notes

Accords

1872 Vetiver Romance for Men
100%
Aromatic
100%
69%
Woody
95%
72%
Fresh Spicy
82%
73%
Citrus
72%
52%
Green
69%
55%
Earthy
60%
48%
Warm Spicy
60%
49%
Herbal
52%
Lavender
51%
Fruity
51%
47%
Floral
46%
Balsamic
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
69%
95%
Fresh Spicy shared
72%
82%
Citrus shared
73%
72%
Green shared
52%
69%
Earthy shared
55%
60%
Warm Spicy shared
48%
60%
Herbal shared
49%
52%
51%
51%
47%
46%

Performance

1872 Vetiver Romance for Men
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

1872 Vetiver

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Given its complex, evolving nature and reported good longevity, this scent is versatile enough for many settings, particularly shining in formal or date scenarios. The fresh and aromatic components keep it from being too heavy for office or casual wear, although it's perhaps too refined for sport.

Romance for Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its versatile aromatic woody profile makes it suitable for many settings, particularly office and casual. Reviews frequently mention its appeal for date nights, reinforcing its high score there. Some find it a bit strong for daily wear, lowering its potential for formal and sport use.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

1872 Vetiver EDP
Romance for Men EDT
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