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Tom Daxon's VSOP is a beautiful but tragically fleeting scent. Many rave about its opening, a truly 'out of this world' blend of boozy warmth and spice, only for it to disappear almost instantly. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some finding the geranium sickening, but the real issue is its blink-and-you-miss-it longevity.
Vetyverso is a cracking vetiver for those who like it fresh, peppery, and a bit dirty. For some, the pepper is a bit much, verging on bug spray, but for its fans, it's a unique and masterful take on the classic note that is clean, professional, and long-lasting.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 16% |
| Floral | 12% | 11% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 7% | 9% |
| Sweet | 15% | 10% |
| Warm | 27% | 22% |
| Woody | 21% | 25% |
| Earthy | 6% | 8% |
| Animalic | 8% | 5% |
| Fresh | 13% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its exceptionally poor longevity, VSOP isn't ideal for long events, but its sophisticated and warm aromatic profile makes it suitable for shorter dates or casual evening outings. The lack of powerful sillage means it wouldn't offend in an office, but it simply won't last your workday.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, professional, and long-lasting nature makes it suitable for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. The prominent woody and aromatic accords, coupled with its sophisticated vibe, also lend themselves well to formal events and date nights, though the strong peppery opening might be a bit much for some intimate settings. It's generally too refined for casual sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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