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Serge Lutens

Vetiver Oriental

Vetiver Oriental by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men

The Quick Read

Well loved by wearers — a woody, earthy composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for fall wear — and genuinely unisex.

earthy warmthpowdery comfortwoody depthoriental richnesssubtle complexity
4.11· 1,475 Ratings
Created byChristopher Sheldrake
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Launched in 2004, Vetiver Oriental by Serge Lutens is an Oriental Woody fragrance crafted by perfumer Christopher Sheldrake. The composition opens with earthy and woody accords that create a grounding effect, followed by aromatic and mossy nuances that add depth and complexity. At its core, the scent features powdery and amber notes, which blend seamlessly with hints of chocolate and iris, creating a warm and enveloping atmosphere.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine40%
Unisex40%
Feminine20%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak1.8k
Weak2.9k
Moderate16.0k
Long9.8k
Eternal1.8k
Sillage
Intimate6.1k
Moderate16.0k
Strong4.3k
Enormous3.7k

Application Tips

Apply Vetiver Oriental to pulse points for a lasting warmth. The earthy top notes fade within an hour, but the rich base notes will carry you through the day. It pairs well with layers, so it’s ideal for transitional weather.

03 · The Nose

Christopher Sheldrake

Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French

Christopher Sheldrake portrait

Christopher Sheldrake is a perfumer who has created perfumes for Chanel, Shiseido, Serge Lutens, Rochas, Avon and SpaceNK. Some of his most notable fragrances include Chanel's Coco Noir and Serge Lutens, Chergui.

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The soft hum of an afternoon in a cozy study, where the scent of vetiver and chocolate mingles with powdery notes, creating a sense of quiet luxury.

Fig. 01 — Vetiver Oriental, Serge Lutens

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06 · The Room

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