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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2008 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Vétiver d'Hiver
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Givenchy Play (2008) - the bitter-orange and coffee fougere by Dominique Ropion that became Justin Timberlake's quiet hit, here translated into a four-citrus opening over coffee, pepper, and a vetiver-patchouli close. Honest dupe-fidelity for daytime casual and office wear.
Vétiver d'Hiver is a sophisticated citrus-vetiver that smells incredible but suffers from weak performance. It's a gorgeous, albeit fleeting, experience that most agree is overpriced for its longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 90% | 30% |
| Floral | 10% | 5% |
| Fruity | 40% | 5% |
| Green | 30% | 8% |
| Sweet | 35% | 7% |
| Warm | 55% | 22% |
| Woody | 60% | 20% |
| Earthy | 55% | 19% |
| Animalic | 10% | 0% |
| Fresh | 80% | 20% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bitter-orange and grapefruit opening lands brightest in spring and early summer; the coffee-pepper-vetiver heart and base give it autumn carry too. Less suited to deep winter where the citrus fades faster.
Occasions
A clean unisex citrus-coffee with intimate sillage is a natural fit for casual day wear and office; the coffee depth makes it work for daytime dates. Lacks the gravitas or trail for formal evenings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings. However, its poor longevity and projection mean it might struggle for impact on a date or formal event, despite its elegant scent profile. The citrus and aromatic accords lend themselves well to daytime settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Vetiver, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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