2020
Vetiver in Chestnut
Pascal GaurinThe nose · 62 fragrances · also made Plum in Cognac (2020)Portrait →

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Scents of Wood  ·  Sold as unisex

Vetiver in Chestnut

The cozy corner of a library where polished wooden floors meet the subtle warmth of chestnut, and the scent of vetiver adds an earthy depth to the air.

3.9734 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
aromaticsoft spicywoodycitruspowderyearthy
Vetiver in Chestnut

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityWeak37% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak11%
Weak42%
Moderate11%
Long lasting16%
Eternal21%
SillageIntimate25% say strong or enormous
Intimate38%
Moderate38%
Strong12%
Enormous12%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine47%
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Unisex53%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2020 and crafted by Pascal Gaurin, Vetiver in Chestnut by Scents of Wood is a Woody Spicy fragrance that marries the earthy depth of vetiver with the warmth of chestnut. The composition opens with aromatic freshness and soft spiciness, creating an intriguing contrast before settling into a woody base that reads as both powdery and earthy. This fragrance balances sweet citrus notes with fresh spiciness, making it feel grounded yet vibrant throughout the day.

How to wear it

Apply Vetiver in Chestnut lightly — the aromatic top notes are bright but fleeting. The powdery woods emerge after about 30 minutes, so a light touch ensures they carry through without overpowering the subtle sweetness and spiciness.

Fig. 01 — Vetiver in Chestnut, Scents of Wood

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Pascal Gaurin portrait
03 · The nose

Pascal Gaurin

A tailor's eye for detail

Pascal Gaurin's childhood fascination with smelling everything from food to furniture connected him to his great-grandfather, a bronze sculptor, and later to a tailor who taught him an appreciation for fine materials.

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Designer Scents of Wood

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.97/ 5 · 34 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 47%, disliked or hated by 12%.

Love47%
Like24%
OK18%
Dislike3%
Hate9%
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