2016
Vetiver Insolent
Mathieu NardinThe nose · 44 fragrances · also made Smoking Hot (2023)Portrait →

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Miller Harris  ·  Sold as unisex

Vetiver Insolent

The quiet intensity of a dimly lit room where the scent of vetiver and amber creates an atmosphere that feels both intimate and bold.

4.15412 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
aromaticearthywoodywarm spicyfresh spicyamber
Vetiver InsolentPremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessIcon · Alfred DunhillMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting57% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak4%
Moderate33%
Long lasting47%
Eternal10%
SillageModerate35% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate54%
Strong24%
Enormous12%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine61%
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Unisex35%
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Feminine3%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2016, Vetiver Insolent by Miller Harris is a Woody Spicy fragrance crafted by Mathieu Nardin. This composition opens with the freshness of elemi and bergamot, providing a bright, aromatic start that soon gives way to the warm spice of cardamom and black pepper. At its heart, Vetiver Insolent features iris and lavender, adding depth and complexity before settling into a rich base of vetiver, amber, oakmoss, and tonka bean. This blend creates an earthy warmth that is both comforting and intriguing.

How to wear it

Apply Vetiver Insolent with a light hand — the aromatic opening is vibrant, but it fades quickly. The woody and spicy base notes develop slowly over time, so letting the fragrance sit on your skin for at least an hour before going out enhances its character.

Fig. 01 — Vetiver Insolent, Miller Harris

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03 · The nose

Mathieu Nardin

Grasse roots, modern hands

Born and raised in Grasse to a family of perfumers, Mathieu Nardin developed his appreciation for raw materials picking jasmine and rose in his grandparents' fields.

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Designer Miller Harris

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.15/ 5 · 412 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 46%, disliked or hated by 10%.

Love46%
Like36%
OK8%
Dislike9%
Hate1%
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