Comme des Garçons 2002 EDC

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Comme Des Garcons Series 4 Cologne : Vettiveru

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Comme des Garçons Comme Des Garcons Series 4 Cologne : Vettiveru is a Cologne launched in 2002. Comme Des Garcons Series 4 Cologne : Vettiveru opens with Bergamot and Neroli, settles into a heart of Cedar, Jasmine, Pepper, and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vetiver. Comme des Garçons's Comme Des Garcons Series 4 Cologne : Vettiveru carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Don't let the 'cologne' label fool you; this is a surprisingly deep, spicy, and versatile vetiver with cult status. It's approachable, modern, and has a unique charisma that sets it apart from more traditional or dark vetiver offerings.
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  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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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 summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate performance and fresh, clean profile make it excellent for casual and office wear, striking a balance between presentable and unique. While some find it date-worthy, its lack of strong sillage prevents it from being a formal showstopper, though its invigorating qualities suit sport and hot weather.

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
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Vettiveru opens with a bright, invigorating burst of neroli and bergamot, a classic cologne-like freshness that quickly introduces a crisp, grassy vetiver. As it settles, spicy notes of pepper, cardamom, and clove emerge, adding a warm, earthy depth. The base reveals a clean musk alongside the enduring, slightly salty vetiver, creating a scent that's both refreshing and grounded.

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