Vermeil Pour Homme

Amazing. They don't make 'em like this anymore. Not entirely sure I like it but it’s so rare to find a beast mode powerhouse performer in this price range that smells like a high quality “natural” composition. Feels somehow familiar but I can't place it. Strange ... I've seen that face before At first I thought the name was some kind of play on words because, as well as being a proper noun, "vermeil" is an adjective that means “gilded” or gold-plated - Le Must de Cartier is well-known for its vermeil watches for example - but a "carte vermeil" is a discount card for senior citizens as well as a slang/comedic expression for old people. Many people dislike the presentation but I love it - the flacon is unique and well-made: looks exactly like an upmarket cigarette lighter. Form meets function . I have a 1950s Ronson table lighter that looks very similar. Definitely not cheap or tatty either - the flacon must have been comparatively expensive to manufacture, probably more than the content - the upper "gold" part is all metal except for the button. The mechanics are simple but effective (and possibly excessive) as the spray is somewhere between a pump and a hose. Plus it comes in a rigid plastic coffin case with a clear plastic window. Remarkable fragrance - potent but luxurious with allusions to tradition. Bit of an anachronism. Elegant in a classic style: oakmossy, floral, with a backbone of botanical musk, vetiver and patchouli. Similar in style to Davidoff by Davidoff. Vermeil smells expensive. High quality. It feels like the kind of thing a gentleman who’d carry an expensive lighter might wear - in the 1970s or 1980s. The impression I get is botanical and natural - not noticeably artificial. Had this on my hit list for ages, especially since so many people mentioned tobacco, specifically pipe tobacco, so when I found Vermeil Homme at an excellent price I took a leap of faith onto blind-buy-land and fortunately came up smelling fabulous. Well ... interesting, anyway. Unfortunately there’s nothing resembling pipe tobacco in mine, but I have a vague half-memory that there were two versions of this, which (if true) would imply I have the newer. Vermeil smells expensive, luxurious and very "natural" - the opening is aromatic citrus, enhanced by what is apparently a subtle berry note, and what I thought was a hint of civet, but in hindsight I'm not certain. Maybe it's an olfactory illusion, an accord, or just my imagination. In any case, I still wear Portos by Balenciaga and would have no problem wearing this. In micro-application. Fairly oakmoss-intensive with a very sexy muskiness that lingers through the woody dry down, which is dominated by patchouli, with vetiver on backing vocals. Compared to the sugar-plum-saccharine-ambroxan-and-gamma-isomer-cocktails of today's blockbusters, Vermeil Homme feels unabashedly old school, yet not exactly old-fashioned. A power fragrance with confidence, class and style that could as easily be worn by a CEO as a mafia Don. Vermeil Homme is a curious - but classy - throwback with beast mode projection and epic longevity. This is not a quiet inoffensive crowd pleaser for shy retiring wallflowers, but with micro-application it can be quite magnificent. It’s an olfactory spotlight made to be noticed. The expensive lighter suggests luxury of the kind one might associate with a gentleman’s club: Cigars and cognac quaffed by suited sophisticates, Chesterfields in wood panelled salons. Although discontinued, Vermeil Homme seems to be widely available at remarkably low prices yet given its unique and polarising DNA this might not become a retrospective classic, but definitely a legend in its own right. Not exactly a safe blind buy unless you’re into musky fragrances with a 1980s vibe and LOTS of oakmoss and patchouli plus nuclear performance. Best applied with a light touch. Sure is interesting though and if you are into this kind of thing the bang-for-your-buck ratio is off the charts.

I've worn this fragrance a half-dozen times since purchasing it back in March when I was madly buying vintage, little known, and Middle-Eastern oakmoss fragrances in the form of chypres and fougeres. To me, Jean Louis Vermeil Pour Homme is an elegant "Gentlemen's Club" fragrance to be enjoyed while wearing a blazer, sipping bourbon or scotch, and puffing on a stogie...which is probably why I haven't worn it much in public. As much as I love and appreciate this scent, it's not very versatile and it has that old-school charm that not everyone will appreciate. I'm still on the learning curve with chypre and fougere fragrances but, to give others an idea of how it smells, I can say that it's in the same family (e.g., a 2nd cousin) to Davidoff Pour Homme and Aramis Devin. Certainly not a clone, but you get the jist of what this fragrance is all about. Performance is good to above average and, overall, I found this to be a very nice fragrance...and it was certainly bargain priced. The bottle is pretty cool, but I'm on the fence on the cheap plastic coffret. The sideways sprayer shocked the hell out of me sine I've never seen one before. And I almost sprayed myself in the face which would have been far from decent, I must say! Okay, I envision this fragrance being the perfect scent for Ricardo Mantalban and Hervé Villechaize while waiting for guests to arrive on Fantasy Island. You whipper snappers probably have no clue who I'am talking about. If so, you may not be seasoned enough to appreciate this fragrance.

As the the reviewer below me said this is similar to One Man Show Gold. That is true. However, it's not as musky as OMSG, is much smoother, and has a freshness to it that OMSG lacks. Vermeil PH is like layering OMSG with Lapidus Pour Homme and with a little Kouros to give it some clean freshness rather than all out dirty like LPH. Although tobacco is not in the notes it smells like it does have tobacco with some wood and a touch of floral and powder done in a very masculine way. It does not have the staying power of OMSG and LPH, but it's not bad as I usually get 6 to 8 hours. I suggest a spray to the shirt because it increases the longevity significantly on clothes, particularly cotton, from my experience. Vermeil PH is as masculine as it gets and the value is hard to beat... I paid $15.99 for 3.4oz. The presentation is very classy and manly with its light brown cannister and shiny gold color top. It seems to be getting harder to find so I suggest you pick up a bottle if you are a serious collector or just looking for a masculine cologne to put in your rotation. Especially if you enjoy OMSG, LPH, Korous and other balls to the wall uber-masculine fragrances mentioned in my review. If you don't like fragrances with the composition of those... then you should avoid Vermeil Pour Homme. Lastly, Vermeill PH is more for mature gentlemen 30+. But I could see younger gents pulling this off with a gentlemen-like, mature, confident attitude. 9/10 easily.

A refined perfume, just bought a brand new bottle, did spray 3 times and this is a Powerhouse. It starts with a fresh sharp citrus (lemon) like the 80s powerhouses, than goes to a great fresh tobacco leaf with some sweet like honey or old cognac, a perfect well blended fragrance. This is the fragrance every man should try at least one time, not for young people lets say after 30 years old. A fantastic juice that remember us the great 80 ́s fragrances with quality and no IFRA restrictions. ASAP will try to buy more bottles because this fragrance is great, dress well in a suit for man that knows what he wants and with the confidence to live like a real man. It is a fragrance under radar and if you look well you can find them cheap. Rate: Smell: 9.5 powerhouse from 80's high quality and balanced Performance: in all aspects Beast Mode, longevity on fabric for days, in skin my top is 14hours but going strong... and after shower still persists... A masterpiece with its own personality, nothing like the new era of perfumary where it is hard to find something really special that delivers good smell and performance.

'VERMEIL' was a surprise....a blind buy based on the notes pyramid and Fragrantica reviewers. It's not going to appeal to everyone and it's certainly no Baccarat Rouge 540, Layton or Naxos. Strangely enough, speaking of Xerjoff, there's something about 'VERMEIL' that made me think about Xerjoff's Casamorati 1888 'REGIO' when I applied it (VERMEIL) for the first time. It's an EDT, and 'REGIO' a Xerjoff sillage/longevity EDP beast, but to me, they both share an elegance and sophistication that might not be understood... unless you're a person with a comprehension and appreciation of fragrance history. AND NOW FOR THE VERY GOOD PART- I found my 'VERMEIL' (made in France) for what might be the cheapest price in the lower US. It's exactly the same packaging and 3.4oz bottle that Fragrantica shows at the top of this page. It was from : fragrancebaba.com ...a company in NJ. Their total price was $14.99 - 5% = $14.25...free shipping, and I paid no tax because I live in NY. Shipping was fast, but might delayed now by yesterday's snowstorm.

I discovered this fragrance with the help of youtuber Lex - Fragrances with Lex - Vermeil For Men by Jean Louis Vermeil. What an amazing fragrance. The show begins with the fantastic looking bottle. From the first spray (not really a good spray) you know you are scenting a piece of jewelery. Vibes of respectful designers arise: Pour Lui from Oscar de la Renta, Tobacco Oud by Tom Ford, Davidoff by Davidoff, Bogart for man, Lapidus for man.... But not really the same notes or behaviour. It's more an association you make imediatly with bold, manly, classy fragrances for men with 30+ years old. Vermeil is the supeman of the fougéres. What an amazing fragrance hidden gem! Well above average longevity (12+ hours) and projection (3+ hours). Rating for Vermeil: Scent:9.5 Longevity: 8.5 Sillage:7.5 Versatility: 9.0 Uniqueness: 9.0 Quality:8.5 Presentation: 9.0 Average: 8.71/10,00 PS - I paid €13,00 for 100 ml

I think we're all being trolled with this fragrance. With buzz words like "powerhouse", "discontinued" and "hidden gem", I found this on Amazon for around 15 bucks... That being said, this fragrance is a strong LIKE for me, not necessarily a love. It does what all other late 90s, early 00s fougeres do, strong barbershop opening, followed by a powdery flower mid, capped with an sweet, vanillic, ambery drydown. It's a jack of all trades but a master of none. I can see this being lost in the crowd when it came out but today in a sea of blue ambroxan bombs and bubblegum aquatics, this will stand out. Not a bad fragrance at all. A sleeper frag you'll come back to more often than you think. Mature and masculine but I will say a woman can pull this off with confidence. UPDATE: Okay...I love this. It's the drydown...it's really good.

I agree compeletely with this review by 'Sacredsystem'. It's exactly how I see this fragrancce, also owning the Original Davidoff which by the way has NO Tobacco note in it! I don't know if there are multiple versions of this fragrance but I own two 100ml bottles, bought last three years and both are identical. Imo this is not very light at all but very strong, especially in the opening and the longevity is at least 8 hrs with above average projection. Maybe I have two vintage bottles if there are any. I also own Relax and Vermeil is not even close to similar to Davidoff Relax (imo). I also think the notes, listed by Fragrantica are wrong and incomplete on this one (where is the Tobacco?). Big thumbs up for this very maculine macho fragrance! Rating: 9/10

Despite the ridiculous bottle that's designed to look like an old-fashioned lighter (the button of which, as a poster below me notes, unfortunately tends to get stuck), this is a great old-fashioned spicy fougere, heavy on the oakmoss and the patchouli, as well as on blackcurrant and galbanum. It smells exceptionally rich, but very 80s, and suggests to me many of the beloved masculine fragrances from that era. I can't imagine the likelihood of a younger man wanting this, but to a more mature guy it smells like heaven. It projects like nobody's business, so be warned this is not for someone trying to be subtle.

VPH might be the best buy and hidden manly gem in town. Take my beloved Davidoff (1984), file down its rough edges, add some light florals and musk to make it more "wearable" and what you have left is a smooth tobacco and floral adventure that is perfect for a mature and established gentleman. It is very linear and somewhat transparent.......So what? I am currently sitting outside smoking a cigar and enjoying my favorite Scotch (Lagavulin) wearing VPH and I am very happy. It is not in the same league as Davidoff, but sometimes one needs a smoother touch to iron out the wrinkles of the day.

What a fantastic leathery oakmoss and green floral scent. A little spice from the carnation and coriander. Brightness from the freesia and citrus. Very well blended and tenacious. Nothing synthetic smelling to me... just pure strength and endurance. The strength is quite a shocker on first spray... very old school on the heart notes shining through even on the initial spray. This classes up there with some of the greats like Aramis Classic, Oscar De La Renta Pour Lui, and Aramis 900. If you like extravagant fragrance and performance, you need to buy this very classy scent.

@LWJM is on target...aromatic or even spicy floral fougere (NOT amber) Galbanum, black currant , masculin floral thanks to carnation/rose (not overwhelming) so don't fear easy for date nite, or office but then I was never one to care about seasons or occasions I just wear what smells good and makes the statement I want a little weak though maybe 4 hours think of its own character along the lines tuscany per oumo or Lagerfeld photo or Givenchy insense - definitely unique in the vintages department Released 1997

The more I use Vermeil, the more I am enjoying it. I have also been using the after shave balm and shower gel to magnify the manly journey. I'm amazed that some get limited longevity with this beauty. Three sprays for me and I'm set for 8+ hours. This is not a scent that most would gravitate towards, but for those that understand and appreciate something different and special will wear this with joy. The price is too good to ignore, especially when Vermeil is a first cousin with Davidoff Original.

So I just purchased a bottle of Kouros and couldn't wait to try it. Unwrapped it as soon asI got in my car and sprayed on the back of my hand .Inhaled deeply and wow...this smells familiar.Got home and sprayed my other hand with Vermeil. Wouldn't you know it , they're almost identical. Vermeil has a louder opening. So I smelled it throughout the evening from one hand to the other and the middle notes and dry down are almost identical. Beautiful my friends, enjoy!

Vermeil.!! It was a blind buy and I want to thank the reviewers! This perfume makes me imagine a rich boss (of any business) in 1970's - he possible holds a cigar or pipe, his face is serious but this man is generous, large, confident. Vermeil is 100% for men, it is a quality sweet tobacco with aromatics, not like the most of others.. and the price...!!!! £ 16. I believe every classic man should have it on his shelve!

At first, Vermeil Pour Homme is not very pleasant, but within an hour it becomes a warm, glowing, spicy soapy scent that's comforting and distinguished. The spray bottle is no good. I ended up taking the outer sprayer off and replacing it with one from a used-up bottle of a different fragrance.

Nowhere need Boss #1 or original Davidoff. Just look at the difference in the notes. If you like this buy it now because the ebay and epsty hawks are buying the $18 bottles and selling for $50+ because it's discontinued. Within a year clowns will be paying $100 for this fragrance.

ON THE EDGE OF BARBER-SHOPPY/PINEAPPLE STAND/FRESH CUT PINE WOOD OR WOOD IN GENERAL/AND TOO MUCH MORE TO DESCRIBE...LOL...THIS IS A FUKN AMAZING BOUQUET OF FRAGRANCE IT TRULY IS......9.0/1O.......VERY VERY AFFORDABLE...FOR NOW

@vitop Hard to believe you find Vermeil similar to Kouros as they both are completely different in smell and notes. They only comparison I find (owning 8 bottles of Kouros, also vintages) is the soapiness. Both true Kings!

If Davidoff for Men, Balenciaga Pour Homme and Boss Number One had a 3-way love child, Vermeil PH would be their progeny. An amazing scent with a great longevity and sillage. It's like the 80's never said goodbye.