The Collection Elegant Vetiver

Elegant Vetiver. Quite poorly done. This Elegant Vetiver don't know uses what Vetiver (Haitian and Java oil listed) but it's not the type of Vetiver I'm used to...not the Guerlian traditional type, also not the Tom Ford grey type nor the Encre Noire dark earthy type or some heavy strong java Vetiver type. It opens with a blast of heavy and fresh juniper berries, green and fresh but still feel synthetic in a way to me, maybe that's Boss way of seeing such an opening as Elegant opening or how they define the word Elegant the heavy dominant juniper berry. Perhaps the Pistachio note here contributes to such an Elegant opening but I don't get the nuttiness, green yes but amateurish and young, not mature. I own and have used 4 Boss Collection so far and this ranks last or second last. Also somehow I am getting an idea or smells a certain aroma chemical note that this Boss Collection Line is using in all my 4 bottles, one that helps in the projection and the opening of each scent. Elegant Vetiver is kinda linear scent as it develops into a rounder heart but still isn't as quality or better than some other Vetiver scents for me. It somehow stays that way till the drydown....Does not fit the higher quality higher range Line for a good designer brand, at least for This EV. Tries too hard to be Elegant but nothing too elegant about it.

I’ve always had a deep appreciation for vetiver and have explored many of its different interpretations, but Elegant Vetiver is a complete game-changer. I used to think vetiver was all about those earthy, herbal, and woody vibes (perhaps with a touch of green or milky facets at most) but this scent is the first to show me how truly refined and sophisticated this root can be. It’s truly elegance in a bottle! The performance is spot on. It projects perfectly for the first few hours with a fresh, green, and graceful presence, without ever being too 'loud.' The longevity is solid, staying well above average before it eventually fades into a warm, lingering labdanum skin scent. On a side note, you HAVE to see the bottle when it bathes in the sunrise or sunset light. WOW. That’s when you realize the 'elegance' isn’t just in the juice, but the entire aesthetic. Seriously, Boss... just take my money already! 💸💸💸✨

I had a friend bring back a bottle from Paris, as evidently this is not sold in the USA. At over €200 for 100 ml., I was a bit nervous about a "blind buy" but am very pleased with the fragrance. The name "Elegant Vetiver" is apt: bold vetiver, woodsy and earthy (Haitian plus Javan vetiver equals great combination). This strikes me as a special occasion, evening, and cooler weather choice, though I have worn it to work occasionally and received compliments. The top note has a blast of pistachio that is nutty and woody without being sweet. The middle note has lasting power and the cashmeran is unmistakable to my nose. There is a lasting ambery drydown. Unlike with so many other fragrances, one spritz is enough, and I imagine multiple sprays would be overpowering.

I recently purchased this perfume at Zurich Airport while haven’t heard about it before! The scent opens with a distinct note of vetiver, although I couldn't detect any pistachio. For me, the prominence of vetiver is key, and it truly shines in this fragrance. Some might consider it overpriced for a Boss label, question paying a premium for it and preferring to invest in more luxurious brands. I think that this will only enhances its exclusivity, since less people will buy it! The fragrance itself is captivating, it projects moderately and has a normal longevity, dancing on my skin for about six hours. I think is suitable for colder days than a hot summer but its not overwhelmingly warm.

I now have nearing 200 different fragrances, and nothing else smells like this. The pistachio in the opening is such a surprise every time, and this, along with the cashmeran, smoothes out the vetiver on the dry down to maintain a perfect level of balance and refinement. The projection is modest, but this is a fragrance that you hope catches the right person's attention so they lean in closer. I feel it's appropriate throughout the year for the right occassion, though it might not be one to wear all the time as one might grow tired of it, since it is such an attention grabber... but certainly in a good way every once in awhile.