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What does Carven Vetiver by Carven smell like?
Carven Vetiver by Carven features top notes of Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Lemongrass, middle notes of Geranium, Lavender, and Orange, and base notes of Benzoin, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
When was Carven Vetiver by Carven released?
Carven Vetiver by Carven was released in 2014.
This appears to have been launched as a 'new' fragrance in the UK despite the fact that I was positive I'd tried both this and the pour homme before. Anyway, this is an interesting vetiver blending the expected citrus top notes with a slightly green, earthy vetiver. The difference here is that the citrus gives way quickly and focuses on a more unusual marriage of benzoin, which lends a different dimension from the typical vetiver scent. (if there is such a thing?) The base is joined by other dry woods and a definite cedar note. It still has enough of those 'typical' qualities however for a vetiver fan to really enjoy it. I found that after than fresh clean opening and first couple of hours the scent turned darker, very sour and woody. Oddly I found this quite appealing and either an extra layer in the composition or just a bad interaction with my skin...one or the other? Lasting power was an acceptable 4-6 hours, sitting quite low on the skin. Worth checking out and creates a bit more interest than some vetiver out there...a wild card perhaps?