Etro 1989 EDT

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Vetiver

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Etro Vetiver is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1989. Vetiver opens with Bergamot, Petitgrain, Clary Sage, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Cedar, Vetiver, and Cypress, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Tobacco. Etro's Vetiver carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's divisive, love it or hate it. Some find it a beautifully authentic, earthy vetiver; others smell burnt nuts and rat pee. Try before you buy.
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  • Classic
  • Earthy
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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Vetiver 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 Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile, but the raw, earthy vetiver leans more towards casual or intimate settings than formal ones. Some find it too potent for the office, while others enjoy its subdued presence for personal enjoyment.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Etro Vetiver opens with a blast of green herbal notes from clary sage and artemisia, spiced with petitgrain and bergamot. The heart quickly transitions to a deep, earthy vetiver, supported by cypress and cedar, creating a woody, almost rooty character. The drydown settles into a dark, musky tobacco and amber, lending a warm, complex finish that some perceive as roasted or even boozy.

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