Goutal 2013 EDC

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Les Colognes Vetiver

by Isabelle Doyen , Camille Goutal

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Goutal Les Colognes Vetiver is a Cologne launched in 2013, created by Isabelle Doyen and Camille Goutal. Goutal's Les Colognes Vetiver carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This isn't your grandad's vetiver, but rather a sun-drenched, salty take that's surprisingly divisive. Some find it a masterpiece of understated freshness, perfect for hot weather, while others dismiss it as too light and fleeting. It's a love-it-or-leave-it kind of scent.
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Les Colognes Vetiver Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Vetiver67%
Spicy Notes33%

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
Also Works:
Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and natural profile, make it excellent for casual wear and the office, where it won't overwhelm. It's less suited for formal events or dates where something bolder might be preferred, but its airy quality lends itself well to active, warm-weather scenarios.

About

Goutal's Vetiver opens with a bright, almost zesty lemon note that quickly gives way to the star: a refined, airy vetiver. This isn't an earthy, heavy vetiver; instead, it's laced with a distinct marine saltiness, as if dried by the sea breeze. Subtle spicy notes weave through, adding a touch of warmth and complexity to the otherwise mineral and dry composition. The overall impression is one of effortless elegance, a clean and natural scent that feels both fresh and sophisticated.

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