The Hedonist Extrait bottle The Hedonist
Extrait Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2024 Year 2013
££££ Price Tier £
Vetiver di Java Eau de Toilette bottle Vetiver di Java

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Hedonist
This extrait is a bold, modern take on a popular fresh-woody DNA. While some claim it’s just a pricier clone, others insist the lychee and heightened depth elevate it to true signature scent status. Expect nuclear performance, but be ready to sell a kidney for the privilege.
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Our Verdict - Vetiver di Java
A hard-to-find Italian gem, this vetiver-citrus blend is a crowd-pleaser for its smooth, creamy drydown, but be prepared to re-apply if you want it to last.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 22% 16%
Floral 4% 3%
Fruity 11% 1%
Green 3% 8%
Sweet 15% 13%
Warm 15% 9%
Woody 32% 42%
Earthy 16% 16%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 17% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Hedonist Extrait
Vetiver di Java EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 28% vs 37%
Only in The Hedonist
Grapefruit 40% Ginger 32%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 20% vs 41%
Only in Vetiver di Java
Cedar 59%

Accords

The Hedonist Vetiver di Java
100%
Woody
100%
78%
Citrus
71%
56%
Aromatic
70%
63%
Fresh Spicy
45%
52%
Oud
52%
Amber
45%
Earthy
52%
48%
Fresh
47%
Fruity
Anis
45%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
78%
71%
Aromatic shared
56%
70%
Fresh Spicy shared
63%
45%
Oud
52%
52%
Earthy shared
45%
52%
48%
47%
45%

Performance

The Hedonist Vetiver di Java
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

The Hedonist

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it less suitable for a confined office, but perfect for dates or evening events where you want to make a statement. The fresh and woody accords, combined with a touch of sweetness, give it versatility for both casual and semi-formal wear, though its intensity might be too much for active sports.

Vetiver di Java

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though its weaker longevity means you'll want to top up. It's too subtle for a formal affair and only moderately appropriate for a date. It's good for a workout due to its freshness but will disappear quickly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
84%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Citrus, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Cedar notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Hedonist
Vetiver di Java
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