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Atelier Cologne · Sold as unisex
Vetiver Fatal
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where vibrant freshness meets earthy warmth in a moment of anticipation.
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Vetiver FatalPremium · $100–250
38%Similar accords, often for lessLight Blue Summer Vibes · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares calabrian bergamot and cedar8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012, Vetiver Fatal by Atelier Cologne is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that merges the crispness of citrus with earthy vetiver and aromatic notes. The composition opens with vibrant citrus and green accords, giving way to a heart of fruity freshness before settling into an ozonic and woody base. This contrast creates a dynamic interplay between brightness and depth, making Vetiver Fatal a compelling choice for those who appreciate complexity in fragrance.
Apply Vetiver Fatal with a light hand — the citrus and green top notes fade quickly but leave behind a lingering woody base that develops throughout the day. It’s best for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves as it wears.
Fig. 01 — Vetiver Fatal, Atelier Cologne
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
Designer Atelier Cologne
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The originalVetiver FatalAtelier Cologne · Premium · $100–250Dolce&Gabbana · 2023Light Blue Summer VibesShares Calabrian bergamot and Cedar$40–100★ 4.02 (1,318)38%Match
Tommy Hilfiger · 2022Impact SparkShares Violet leaf, Bitter orange and Cedar$40–100★ 4.04 (226)38%Match
Dolce&Gabbana · 2020LemonShares Haitian vetiver, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian lemon$40–100★ 3.60 (154)
With Atelier Cologne Santal Carmin Cologne Absolute
Adds warm spicy, powdery and leather; shares cedar.
Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers
What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 12%.