Banana Republic 2018 EDP

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Linen Vetiver

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Banana Republic Linen Vetiver is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Linen Vetiver opens with Bergamot, Petitgrain, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Amber, Musk, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Banana Republic's Linen Vetiver carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a clean, fresh, and perfectly unisex scent that's a steal if you can find it on discount. It might lack oomph and true vetiver, but for a 'fresh out the shower' vibe, it absolutely nails it. A reliable all-rounder for daily wear.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Cozy
Linen Vetiver Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Jasmine33%
Baseas listed
Amber19%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its clean, inoffensive nature and moderate performance make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as many reviews suggest it smells like luxury fabric softener. It's less suited for formal events or romantic dates where something bolder might be preferred, though its freshness works for sport.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Linen Vetiver opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and petitgrain, quickly joined by a hint of aromatic cardamom. The heart unfurls into a soft, clean floral bouquet of hyacinth, water jasmine, and a non-powdery iris, giving a freshly laundered, soapy quality. The base settles into a gentle musk and oakmoss, with a whisper of vetiver and warm crystal amber, evoking a relaxed, comforting freshness.

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