Vetiver Fatal
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Dirty Velvet
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandad's dusty vetiver. Vetiver Fatal is a modern, fruity-citrus take that's generally loved for its smooth, fresh character, though some find it a bit too subtle or not 'vetiver-y' enough. A delightful everyday reach for many.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. A deeply divisive scent with a confusing history of reformulation, what you get might be a smoky, leathery tobacco bomb or a salty, figgy Santal 33-esque dream. Try before you buy, obviously, but be warned: it's a gamble.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 30% | 26% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 16% | 9% |
| Green | 16% | 16% |
| Sweet | 7% | 13% |
| Warm | 2% | 7% |
| Woody | 23% | 18% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 25% | 23% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and moderate projection makes it perfect for office and casual wear. While pleasant for a date, its lack of strong sillage or deep complexity means it’s less suited for formal events, and its refreshing citrus notes make it suitable for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its bold, woody-tobacco character makes it unsuitable for professional settings, while its depth and sensuality are perfect for dates and evening events. The intensity means it's less of a casual daytime wear, but its intriguing nature can suit more relaxed, yet stylish, casual occasions. The strong projection and specific notes are not suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet, Fruity accords and Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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