WS-FM-2002

Vetiver Extraordinaire

2002Men

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into citrus.

Vetiver Extraordinaire by Frederic Malle is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Vetiver Extraordinaire was launched in 2002. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Bitter Orange, Bergamot, Pepper, Caraway and Cardamom; middle notes are Vetiver, Pink Pepper, Cloves, Licorice and Incense; base notes are Cedar,…

woody aromatic citrus earthy

Nose: Dominique Ropion

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bitter Orange, Bergamot, Pepper, Caraway, Cardamom
Heart· 2–4h
Vetiver, Pink Pepper, Cloves, Licorice, Incense
Drydown· 6h+
Cedar, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Myrhh, Musk, Ambrette

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

68%

59%

56%

35%

24%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring33%Fall28%Summer26%Winter12%Day71%Night29%Wears lean male38%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Vetiver Extraordinaire smell like?

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, citrus.

What notes are in Vetiver Extraordinaire?

Top: Bitter Orange, Bergamot, Pepper, Caraway, Cardamom. Heart: Vetiver, Pink Pepper, Cloves, Licorice, Incense. Base: Cedar, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Myrhh, Musk, Ambrette.

How long does Vetiver Extraordinaire last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Vetiver Extraordinaire loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Vetiver Extraordinaire best for?

Spring is the top pick (33%). Fall is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Vetiver Extraordinaire?

Day wear leads at 71%. Night is a secondary pick at 29%.

Is Vetiver Extraordinaire for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 38% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Vetiver Extraordinaire?

Composed by Dominique Ropion. Released in 2002.