Vetiver Hombre by Adolfo Dominguez bottle
Adolfo Dominguez

Vetiver Hombre

4.2/5 · 298 votes Masculine 1998
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Longevity3.1/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day100
Night39
Spring91
Summer83
Fall53
Winter24
Our take

A brisk wash of neroli, bergamot, and mandarin orange gives Vetiver Hombre an airy start, with rhubarb adding a green, tart edge. African orange flower and lavender keep the opening lifted, while the white-floral heart of jasmine and lily brings a soft, polished feel. Cloves flicker through the middle with warm spice.

As the citrus recedes, vetiver takes the lead. Soil Tincture gives its earthy core a damp, mineral texture, and patchouli deepens the ground beneath it. Virginia cedar, leather, and amber shape the finish with dry wood and a restrained warmth. The whole composition feels like a linen shirt worn after a walk through a wet garden, clean at first touch, rooted underneath.

It has moderate staying power, with the scent settling into a modest bubble around the wearer. This makes it easy to place in an office, on a daytime errand, or at an informal lunch, especially in spring and summer. Fall also suits its earthy base. Its masculine character is crisp, green, and quietly tailored, with enough floral detail to keep the structure lively. People who want forceful leather or dense amber may find its presence too measured. Vetiver Hombre works best for someone who likes classic woody freshness with soil, flowers, and spice woven into the same fabric. Ramon Monegal is credited as its perfumer.

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