Adolfo Domínguez 1998 EDT

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Vetiver Hombre

by Ramón Monegal

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Adolfo Domínguez Vetiver Hombre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1998, created by Ramón Monegal. Vetiver Hombre opens with Rhubarb, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Neroli, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Lily, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Soil Tincture, Virginia Cedarwood, Leather, and Amber. Adolfo Domínguez's Vetiver Hombre carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This much-loved, sorely missed vetiver is a masterclass in elegant masculinity. Its clean, earthy greenness, balanced by bright florals and citrus, makes it a timeless classic that loyal fans wish hadn't been discontinued.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
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Vetiver Hombre Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its clean and fresh profile, make it highly suitable for casual wear and the office. It's often described as a classy, versatile scent that adapts well to various settings, though it might be a bit too subtle for grand formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opening with a zesty burst of bergamot and mandarin, sharpened by tart rhubarb and the fresh, clean scent of neroli, this fragrance quickly settles into a sophisticated heart. Here, delicate jasmine and lily intertwine with a surprising hint of clove, leading to a deep, earthy base. Rich vetiver and patchouli are grounded by an authentic soil tincture, with touches of smooth leather, cedar, and warm amber creating a refined, natural finish.

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