Vetiver Vert Cologne

This is a very very very good fragrance!!! The citrusy opening is not shy, but a little bit strong, as a bergamot wrapped into the bay leaf (very good), with a citrusy and green effect, very very interesting for me; like Jack_Hunter i detect a balsamic and resinous effect (pheraps myrrah and incense), but not listed on the notes; the vetiver is not very intense, is a little bit dry (not wet, like in Sycomore, l'Exclusive de Chanel), a little bit sweet with the sandalwood. Is a fantastic fragrance especially for spring, when i like green nuances, but could be good also in summer, with the cold and slightly sweet effect of the resins and tangerine; the longevity is very good. However should be suitable for all the seasons, except for the cooliest months. Is more "Vert" than "Vétiver", but absolutely interesting and good. Probably it will be my next purchase..........or a good gift for me....

This is the only fragrance from this house that I like. It opens with blast of citrus which reminds me of 'Hugo Boss orange'. The dry down is the area that this fragrance shines ,fresh and invigorating. I also detect verbena in the middle notes.

A timeless vetiver very interesting. Yes that is so good I feel something earthy smoky but the the same time on my skin, and I like that a lot. So I would rate it: Smell: 9/10 Projection: 9/10 Longevity: 8.5/10

It's fresh and clean with the vetiver being evident, although the fragrance itself is very green. If I were to pick a woodsy element that stands out the most, it would be pine. While the pine isn't terribly sharp, it's noticeable. Additionally, I'm in agreement that the incense (and maybe a hint of ash) note that others have mentioned is there. It's subtle but it's there. Quite honestly, Vetiver Vert is the best of the Czech & Speake line that I've encountered so far. That's not saying much, considering that I've only experienced their signature No. 88 and Oxford & Cambridge. Projection and longevity of Vetiver Vert is moderate. As a bit of rambling on the side: I'm under the impression that Czech and Speake is using quality ingredients in their products and may not necessarily observe the IFRA guidelines or restrictions. The reason I say this is because the ingredients list on both the box of the C&S No. 88 and Oxford and Cambridge that I bought last year, has "evernia prunastri extract" which is the real oakmoss extract and not the chemical substitution that so many fragrances containing oakmoss now use. I'm assuming that the same type of natural and quality ingredients would apply to all of the fragrances in their line as well.

This is a surprisingly interesting Vetiver with an unusual character. It is a very natural smell that reminds of freshly-steamed shirts or freshly-cut paper. Green, austere, minimalist, down-to-earth, unpretentious. It does not have the musky, perfumey richness of something like Tom Ford's Grey Vetiver, but that makes it unique and speaks of its Englishness. As with most Czech & Speake fragrances, this is not the type of fragrance that you find in department stores. It is clear that the creation process and aesthetic of these fragrances do not follow the mainstream. Vetiver Vert is the sort of smell that projects respect, confidence, and tradition, rather than seduction or indulgent luxury.