Essence No. 6 Vetiver
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Well loved by wearers — a woody, aromatic composition with a citrus undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Essence No. 6 Vetiver by Elie Saab was launched in 2015 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. This composition opens with a fresh, green vetiver note that immediately grounds the fragrance, providing an earthy freshness that cuts through any sweetness. The aromatic and citrus elements add a bright, invigorating edge to the scent, while warm spicy notes like cardamom and cinnamon lend depth and complexity. As the fragrance develops, the woody base emerges with a subtle warmth, creating a balance between fresh vibrancy and rich earthiness.
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Given its moderate longevity and sillage, Essence No. 6 Vetiver benefits from a generous application to ensure that the complex layers are fully experienced throughout the day. It's best worn close to skin for an intimate and nuanced experience rather than one that fills a room.
Francis Kurkdjian
Founding perfumer · 234 fragrances · French
“My creations are an invitation to choose the scent that suits you daily, because I like the idea that each woman and man can express a part of themselves through perfume.”
Maison Francis Kurkdjian was born in 2009 from the encounter between Francis Kurkdjian, a renowned perfumer with scores of successful creations to his name, and Marc Chaya, Co-founder and President of the fragrance house. At only 24, Francis Kurkdjian composed his first perfume, "Le Male" by Jean Paul Gaultier, an international best-seller and game-changer of its time. Instead of relying on a very promising start to his career, he decided, as a precursor, to explore new possibilities and give olfactory creation a new artistic dimension. In keeping with his visionary outlook, in 2001 he set up his tailor-made perfume workshop, against the general tendency of perfume democratization, while constantly putting his know-how and sensibility at the service of the greatest fashion designers (Rick Owens, Hedi Slimane, Riccardo Tisci, Alber Elbaz or John Galliano), as well as the most iconic houses (Dior, Guerlain or Saint-Laurent). From 2003, artists like Sophie Calle, Christian Rizzo or Sarkis called on him to compose his first olfactory compositions - the starting point of his quest to break down the boundaries between different fields and the senses. In 2008, he was named Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.
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The story behind the bottle.
The tension of an early morning walk in a dewy meadow, where the crisp air carries hints of warm spices and woody earth.
Fig. 01 — Essence No. 6 Vetiver, Elie Saab
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