Vera Wang 2004 EDT

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Vera Wang for Men

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Vera Wang Vera Wang for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004. Vera Wang for Men opens with Yuzu and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Anise, Leather, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Tobacco. Vera Wang's Vera Wang for Men carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Vera Wang for Men is a classic from 2004, a surprisingly sophisticated and versatile fragrance despite its frustratingly poor performance. It’s often compared to pricier rivals like D&G The One and Tom Ford for Men, offering a refined, mature scent profile that punches above its weight class in aroma, if not stamina.
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  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
Vera Wang for Men Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Heartas listed
Baseas listed

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sophisticated but light scent profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear, especially given its poor projection and longevity, which means it won't offend. It's too subdued for formal events where a more assertive fragrance is often preferred, and definitely not suited 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

Other declarable allergens

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

It kicks off with a bright, zesty splash of yuzu and petitgrain, quickly mellowing into a warming heart of anise, rich leather, and nutmeg. The dry down is a cosy, masculine blend of creamy sandalwood and smooth tobacco, creating an inviting, subtly woody finish. It’s a clean and tailored scent that feels mature and well-blended.

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