Vetiver Insolent
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Vetiver Root
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous vetiver that takes the traditional earthy, smoky notes and elevates them with a modern, sweet-spicy twist. It's a bold, confident scent that knows its worth, perfectly balanced and utterly captivating, though some find it a bit too sweet and less vetiver-forward than the name implies.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 8% |
| Floral | 12% | 7% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 11% | 15% |
| Sweet | 16% | 22% |
| Warm | 23% | 25% |
| Woody | 19% | 16% |
| Earthy | 23% | 15% |
| Animalic | 2% | 3% |
| Fresh | 13% | 16% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its moderate projection and good longevity, this scent is versatile enough for many settings, particularly shining in evening and transitional seasons. The warm, earthy, and spicy accords make it especially suitable for dates and formal events, though its distinctive character might be a bit much for a conservative office.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Lavender, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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