Vetiver Oriental
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2004 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Bois d'Argent
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Which Should You Buy?
Serge Lutens' Vetiver Oriental is a polarizing beast; some rave about its unique chocolate-vetiver blend as a sophisticated masterpiece, others find it a weak, bog-standard amber or too intensely masculine. It's not for everyone, but if it clicks, it truly clicks.
Bois d'Argent is a divisive beast: some hail it as a masterpiece, a soft, seductive veil of iris and woods. Others lambaste its disappearing act, claiming it's nothing more than overpriced air. If you land on the latter, you're not wrong, but if you're lucky enough to smell it, it's rather lovely.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 11% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 6% | 7% |
| Sweet | 21% | 20% |
| Warm | 14% | 15% |
| Woody | 33% | 27% |
| Earthy | 31% | 27% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 1% | 8% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and sophisticated blend of vetiver, amber, and chocolate make it suitable for office wear, but its unique character and depth shine brightest in formal and date settings. It's too refined and deep for casual everyday wear or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate projection makes it ideal for office wear, where a softer presence is appreciated. For dates, its alluring and cozy nature encourages closeness. However, its poor longevity and sillage for many mean it wouldn't stand up well in casual or formal settings where more impact is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Powdery accords and Iris, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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