No. 17 Vetiver & Bergamot by Rituals bottle
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No. 17 Vetiver & Bergamot

4.4/5 · 52 votes Masculine 2013
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.8/5
Sillage2.9/5
Day79
Night26
Spring100
Summer100
Fall32
Winter16
Our take

A stone path runs between rows of tall grass that sway in a warm breeze. Sunlight rests on the skin and the air feels open, carrying a clear lift from bergamot that brightens everything nearby. Vetiver grounds the scene with a woody, earthy presence that keeps the citrus from floating away. The two notes move together through the space, one sharp and clean, the other steady and dry, creating a mood that feels composed and unhurried.

The scent stays present through the morning without demanding attention from anyone nearby. It remains close enough that only someone near you will notice the aromatic freshness in the air around your shoulders. That nearness suits a walk outdoors, where you want to smell something bright without leaving a loud trail behind you. The composition feels natural and balanced, leaning into fresh spicy edges that complement the greenery around the path.

This fragrance fits a man who enjoys simple surroundings and steady air rather than crowded rooms. It does not suit anyone looking for heavy sweetness or a bold statement that reaches across a wide space. The character is honest and direct, offering wood and citrus in equal measure without trying to impress. It feels at home in daylight among trees and open sky, where the temperature is mild and the air moves freely.

The grass bends slightly where the path curves, and a few fallen leaves crunch underfoot beside a wooden bench placed in the sun.

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