Vetiver Pour Homme

Stunning vetiver frag - all the characteristics of vetiver on display (and in balance) but laced with a chypre sensibility that you need to take time to appreciate: I truly love this stuff. There's much said about rating this against other vetivers, but it depends a lot on what you're looking for (and where you live). To me, there's no point sampling this unless you take it into chilled air, and then wear it over time in different seasons to compare. Not easy, I acknowledge, as it's silly expensive. When worn in the heat, the Parfum has this extra rootiness that growls in the open, until it's tamed and smooths later. The lemony top and floral heart notes are more suppressed, so it loses much of its chypre quality and I think there are better (certainly more cost-effective) ways to wear vetiver in those climes. But in the cooler, if not chilled, air this vetiver pulls back, becoming rich and silky smooth, and allows the delicate citrus and floral elements to reveal, one after the other. Many hours later the dry down remains an amalgam of it all on skin (under my t-shirt). Very special if that's your thang. I wear TF Grey Vetiver in the high heat, when off to work and occasionally in personal time too. The 'growl' from that is the tart grapefruit, if you spray it too much, and it's a different wear to Roja's Parfum which is complex and warm (notwithstanding some similarity in the underlying vetiver). For me, having Roja's Parfum means TFGV differentiates (in the heat) in a way that I can't justify the extra spend of his Parfum-Cologne version. And if, IN THIS PLACE, I'm forced to have only one vetiver-FORWARD frag, for most-of-year use, then I'd choose something different entirely - Sultan Vetiver. But for me Roja's Parfum is King, in the cold. Edit 27/6/24: If I lived 1,500km+ closer to the equator, from here, and had to have just one vetiver-FORWARD frag......Roja Parfum-Cologne! (thought I should add that ;) EDIT 27/10/25: I've changed my mind. TFGV is perfect for the very high heat, but I'm loving the switch now to Vetiver Guerlain, replacing TF in the warmth for a green, grassy and more complex alternative. I think that, actually, I'd prefer the Guerlain as my most-of-year 'one choice', IF I was living closer to the equator. Let's face it though, these are ALL amazing vetivers.

Well after I thought I hated the vetiver note, I ended up sampling Vetiver Parfum Cologne and found it unbelievably striking and damn near perfect. So much so, I blind bought this one. Im not going to lie, on Roja's instagram, it says something along the lines of, "Wear Vetiver Parfum Cologne during the day and switch to Vetiver Parfum at night and thank me later."......SOLD! I went ahead and bought this Parfum. I do not regret it! This Parfum version is more bold, more smoky, and more woody. The Parfum Cologne is definitely a fresher version with a bergamot-like beginning and a leathery finish with a fantastic vetiver backbone. The Parfum version isn't quite as citrus-fresh, but it has this sweet sensation to it that is absurdly mouth watering and I think this comes from a subtle floral nuance. I have to say I am a huge fan of both. I'm leaning towards the Parfum side because it almost smells more natural with less citrus, but the citrus is so imperative in the freshness of the Parfum Cologne. Two elite offerings from Mr. Roja with unimaginable vetiver vertebrae. The one pessimistic thought I have here, is that I am not quite sure the Parfum version should be valued at almost $200 more than the Parfum Cologne. Regardless if the Parfums performance is better, which I cannot comment on right now, but $200 is quite the steep difference for fragrances that are built off of each other. Plus, you get double the juice in the cheaper Parfum Cologne offering with a gorgeous green bottle. Things I like about the Parfum: - Natural woodiness - Subtle masculine sweet-floral nuance - Bold, smoky vetiver up front Things I like about the Parfum Cologne: - Stunning green bottle - Citrusy uplifting freshness - Lighter, leathery vetiver dry down This one is tough. I keep coming back to the whole, "Wear Parfum Cologne during the day and switch to the Parfum at night and thank me later." I can't choose a winner. I hope this novice review helps someone! A+ Mr. Dove.

So, embarked on my every 5 year or so fragrance testing frenzy, tried at least 25 niche or exclusive samples and ended up with around 10 to 12 worthy of consideration. In terms of overall performance with longevity, projection and sillage with price included, one of the best of my samples was Roja Dove Vetiver. Complete 180 degree turn on my initial impressions of RD Vetiver, as I do believe it does take some time to acquaint oneself with the nuances of a quality composition. My own prior encounters with the higher quality Vetivers such as Dior Vetiver, FM Vetiver Extraordinaire, Guerlain Vetiver etc. was decidely underwhelming. Not one of the many tried could be described as approachable or accessible despite many attempts at wearing in various weather types or situations. The common denominator to all being the sad provider of incredibly persistent sinus headaches. Even on others, the niche Vetivers routinely left a trail of old school blandness and lack of imagination. Then along came Roja Dove Vetiver, the extrait of all things, to save the day and make me rethink my opinions on Vetiver in general. In fact the only Vetiver I can wear year round , suitable more for night imo, where the gently swirling supporting cast of some well thought out components such as rock rose, guaiac wood, pepper and amyris compliment a most delicious smoky Vetiver. The others provide a taming effect to the Vetiver without ever stealing it's thunder or pushing it from the limelight. The drydown is quite magical in it's warm sparkling glory. Let it settle in for hours and the effects become in essence mildly addictive. Projection is more reserved in nature, longevity is for days, sillage is discreet and for those around in close quarters they may even feel blessed in the moment. Roja Dove made the Vetiver gold standard here. 9/10.

ROJA Parfums - Vetiver Pour Homme Aquatic Sophistication 💦💧 I'm sure as a fragrance lovers with different taste and preference everyone will have a freshie in their collection. Smells great is very personal depending on everyone taste in scent profile. But everyone will definitely agree to fragrance that smells fresh and clean. That's why freshie is the most mass pleasing and easily acceptable ones. The double headed sword for a freshie is it usually can get boring for it's simple profile. Today I will be sharing a wonderful freshie from ROJA Parfums called Vetiver Pour Homme. This is the most aquatic fragrance from Roja lines. It wears as an aftershower fragrance which is very clean and airy. But as all Roja creation the notes used to build this fragrance is very complex. Don't let the name of this fragrance misleading you as a vetiver scent, which is usually woody, smoky dry and earthy. The vetiver here is acting as a base wrapped around by many notes (I don't get the nature of vetiver at all in here). At the top lemon and bergamot giving a very bright and sparkling aroma. At the base there are pepper, cedar wood+needles and oakmoss creating depth and complexity. I also get a menthol quality on the skin. There are still many notes in here I don't get explicitly because it is blended into a harmonious accord. Nothing sharp or rough everything is ultra-smooth and refine. That's why I call this an Aquatic Sophistication 💦💧. This is a very grown-up and upscale freshie. I highly recommend this one to try if you love Elysium Pour Homme and I can guarantee you will love it equally or maybe even more because the performance is better. #vscentorientreview

Much like others in the Roja collection you are not going to hear praise about innovation here, this is simply (although Dior Vetiver is another great one) the best or at least smoothest rendition of a classic masculine Vetiver you can get imho. An easy reach for the day that smells incredible in an elegant manner. I do agree it is similar to both Guerlain Vetiver and even closer to Tom Ford Grey Vetiver but it is elevated higher than those with a really creamy rounded blend of vetiver and mildly powdery labdanum and spices (that gives a mild leathery touch) in addition to its other supporting elements. While the star of the show is the vetiver in all three what the Roja Dove version does is like a Michelin Star version of a similar dish, it allows the vetiver to take centre stage and stays beautifully simple by the quality of the ingredients, and the blending of the accompanying parts to allow a base for that to stand on. Expensive yes, but try them all side by side and it’s easy to tell which is the expensive one here. Smelling it closely sometimes gives me the chills. Not many go on my “love” list but this easily slots in there.

Definitely a Man's scent and what a beautiful and masculine scent it is. Now, this isn't your typical vetiver smell you're used to. It's rather a well rounded green and floral scent that is backed up with alot of things that makes it go a bit earthy, herbal and rooty. Compared to the Cologne release, they both have the same earthy backbone. Main difference between them is that cologne has zesty citrus added to it and toned down on the florals. But then again, you get 50ml more juice in cologne for half the price. Decisions decisions. In terms of scent they are both equally good, it's just a matter of what you prefer. The more balanced composition in Pour Homme or a zesty citrus added that you get in cologne.

I bought Roja Vetiver Parfum Pour Homme early on in my fragrance journey, and I guess I just wasn't ready for it. It sat fairly unused for quite awhile. I think my nose evolved and matured over time and now I absolutely love this. As many people have said, it is just about the best a vetiver centric fragrance can get. So my comment is kind of directed at people like me, who may have smelled Vetiver Parfum Pour Homme and wrote it off early on in their fragrance journey but have now matured and their interests have changed. If that sounds like you, I urge you to give it another try. It is truly exceptional ... bright yet warm, spicy yet smooth. I give it a 9.5/10 and a Fragrantica score of 4.7.

Yves Cassar, the perfumer of Tom Ford's "For Men" says that if Vetiver was a personality, it would be Indiana Jones. For me, the vetiver in Roja's refined essence is an Indiana Jones in a suit who elegantly wanders through the wilderness. The smoky, peanut-like aspect of the vetiver takes a back seat in favor of a creamy, citric character, with a hint of ginger, but not really a sharp ginger note. It is very attractive to me. For those who have always wanted a vetiver fragrance full of softness and warmth, this is my recommendation. Fragrance 9/10, Longevity 8/10, Sillage 7/10, Flacon 9/10

The Vetiver I’ve been looking for. Been thru a fair bit atp haven’t tried Sultan Vetiver yet but wow this nice. About 95% similar to the Parfum Cologne but opens about the same but the Parfum smells slightly darker and smokier and sticks to your skin nicely. I agree that the PC smells more daytime, daily driver, fresher and the Parfum is more nighttime dress up I guess but the Parfum just hits perfectly beginning to end only complaint is I get abt 6-7 maximum longevity feels only a little better than the PC to me, the former seems very recommendable to most

I think you have to really like Vetiver fragrances to understand what this one is about, I agree with the reviews here, where many say that this hits the sweet spot of Vetiver fragrances in that it is perfectly balanced, its not too "Green", its not too "Earthy" and it doesn't lean hugely sweet to try and counter both of these like so many other Vetiver fragrances do. I think its clear that this was Roja's reimagining of what Guerlains Vetiver would have been after many years of reflection (it is still a classic in my eyes).

The best vetiver fragrance out there, and for me - the best fragrance ever made! It's not just vetiver that does the magic, it's probably the cedarwood that gives it a nice touch(an incense-like vibe that'very pleasant). Very nice, very elegant, one of the more versatile Rojas. Performance is just OK(some people would probably expect more from an extrait), not as strong as other Rojas, longevity is good enough (about 7-10 hours), projection is rather moderate(about an arm's length) ps. the review is for Parfum, not EdP

@josepth.matthias: no, it's not "generic citrus but light in the extreme" , while it does have some citrus especially in the opening, it's a somewhat heavy frag, that in addition to vetiver has some woody/resinous/smoky aspects(I suspect labdanum and cedar) . It's very different in character from citrus fresh frags, despite having some citrus in it. You should test it on skin if you can, or better yet, get a sample. It's truly an amazing fragrance!

A very clean and safe fragrance, suitable for everyday use and great for the office. Starts off with a burst of citrus, a touch of earthiness and green. An amazing vetiver scent that is masterfully blended, as are all Roja fragrances, and exudes classiness. However...it is extremely overpriced for what you're smelling.

Probably my favorite fragrance ever made- one of the many absolute bangers from Roja. Opens with a juicy lemon draped over a vetiver, sweetened with a subtle bergamot. As the dry-down comes, a beautiful oakmoss blends into the scent. 1000/10 get your nose on ts (this scent)

A lot has been written about so i would just say this is a true vetiver masterpiece of the highest quality. I have dozens of vetiver forward scents and this is one of the best. You cannot go wrong.

Really, really nice well composed Masculine. Think Sinatra or Cary Grant when wearing this. Reminds me of if Guerlain made an exclusive version of their legendary Vetiver.

this one finally grew on me. very very nice clean vetiver scent. nutty in a sense and woody. very masculine and clean and great i love. 9/10

TF Grey Vetiver is a man in a Armani suit, Roja Vetiver Parfum is a man in a bespoke Savile Row suit.

Best vetiver very well balanced smell most masculine

The biggest con to this fragrance, of course, is the price, it is way too expensive for what the scent is. You can find frags for $40 that have the same scent profile... BUT! To really, really appreciate this scent, you need to try (and WEAR!) maybe a dozen of other vetiver fragrances (like TF, Guerlain, etc.) then you realize how naturally smelling it is, how well balanced (nothing sticks out), and how "right" is the performance. Perfect vetiver fragrance done right! So spend money on it ONLY if you can afford it and if you've smelled (and WORE!) a bunch of other vetivers.