Grey Vetiver 2014 Eau de Toilette

Grey Vetiver (Eau de Toilette) by Tom Ford
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7.9 / 10 274 Ratings
Grey Vetiver (Eau de Toilette) is a popular perfume by Tom Ford for men and was released in 2014. The scent is fresh-citrusy. It was last marketed by Estēe Lauder Companies.
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Main accords

Fresh
Citrus
Green
Woody
Spicy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
BergamotBergamot LemonLemon GrapefruitGrapefruit Orange blossomOrange blossom
Heart Notes Heart Notes
Thai basilThai basil Orris rootOrris root
Base Notes Base Notes
VetiverVetiver MuskMusk AmberwoodAmberwood OakmossOakmoss

Perfumer

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7.9274 Ratings
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6.9218 Ratings
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6.5226 Ratings
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7.8228 Ratings
Value for money
6.349 Ratings
Submitted by Michael, last update on 18.11.2023.

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MajorTom

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Helpful Review 10  
Perfectly balanced everyday fragrance, Vetiver at its best
With Vetiver it's always such a thing - either you like this kind of scent or you don't, that's up to you. If you like that, the selection is still relatively large and then the individual providers differ enormously. Because too much of the good often seems counterproductive (you hear statements like: Uahhh, that stinks). If not enough other notes then often cover up the actual target.

GV from TF is a very big player in the segment of Vetiver agents. Although only really dominant in the base note, it is present right from the start. An enormously fresh start immediately creates a good mood and one notices from the beginning that equally fine ingredients have been arranged here with great sensitivity.
After one hour at the latest the fresh and fruity appearance is then history and Vetiver takes over for the rest of the event. And firstly, it takes a long time and secondly, depending on the dosage, it also communicates clearly to its environment. As with most TF fragrances, two to three sprayers are sufficient.
When will I use this fragrance? Basically one for every day that works both in summer and winter. As an office fragrance always right, because - appropriately dosed - accompanying the whole day, but always there but never intrusive. Probably rather something for the age group 40+, also h suit-wearer, I can imagine a teenager rather heavily in the smell cloud.

For me, this fragrance is unrivalled in the vetiver sector. If you are still looking for alternatives: Eau Intense Vetiver by Hermes (for me no option because too much of the good) or Vetiver Extraordinaire by Frederic Malle, the latter I would even call unisex, whereas GV m.E. is and remains a classic men's fragrance.
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MasterLi

375 Reviews
MasterLi
MasterLi
Very helpful Review 4  
A Balanced Citrus Vetiver...
I really like this version of Grey Vetiver. I actually find the original a little formal (still a good thing) although I find this more versatile for warmer and hot weather.

I love the brightness of the grapefruit, lemon and bergamot. I think that pairing citrus with vetiver works and, although it's not an original combination, it's very well done here. I think that for versatility I would recommend this over the Eau de Parfum, however for value for money (in terms of lasting power etc), then the original lasts longer. I would suggest wearing this version year round as it's very versatile. For very formal wear and colder/winter weather the Eau de Parfum. I tend to like citrus very much and I love the way it's done here (it even almost reminds me of a cross between the original Grey Vetiver and Terre d'Hermès). The original is both more woody and more spicy, however this has it's own charm. I would suggest it for any age range and all seasons. A good offering from Tom Ford.
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Hhtc

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Lemon bomb
I have long wondered how best to describe the fragrance and remain unsure.

I was looking for a fresh and strong lemon scent in summer and exchanged it in the souk.

Unpacked full of anticipation and smelled for the first time...
At the first moment you are shocked how strong and intense the fragrance is. The second thought with me (may one forgive me) smells like artificial scents that one or the other has hanging in the car.

For people who like it very intensive with a "boom" in the
Like summer is the fragrance just right, for me it is unfortunately still too artificial.

Alternatively I can highly recommend Jo Malone Wood sage & sea salt. Not a lemon but also a great scent.

But try the TF, the ratings are very positive.
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Darkbeat

350 Reviews
Darkbeat
Darkbeat
Helpful Review 3  
A fresh and pleasant vetiver.
Gray Vetiver is a simple, gallant and clean, well balanced aroma, there are no disparate or discordant notes that unlike, on the contrary, everything is like a calm sea. impeccable. The start is fresh and light, with a refreshing and natural vetiver surrounded by citrus fruits, grapefruit is ready here, but it smells more like peel or lemon zest, yes, ephemeral, natural and realistic, the quality of ingredients is noticeable . Then, I feel some orange blossom, but dimly and thoroughly, still fresh. In a short time, the aroma becomes woody and even a resinous and sweet tad, but nothing flashy, keeping the vetiver on a somewhat warmer background. A refined and classic aroma, which moves away from my tastes in perfumery, but, not for that reason, I cease to recognize its worth as a perfume.

A perfume of timeless, elegant and sober fragrance, with a great handicap, its price. I think there are better Vetiver and at half the price of this, I do not deserve it, on the contrary, it is fine and fresh, but not better than the Guerlain vetiver or the discontinued Puig Vetiver, the best of all in my humble opinion, but if you can afford it and it is to your liking, go ahead, it is not bad.

Of moderate duration, no more than 6 hours, with a good wake in the first hours and then happens to be close to the skin. Recommended for warm or temperate climates and preferably during the day.
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PedroCabral

133 Reviews
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Super classy
Strong but pleasant vetiver. Musk mixed with oak moss eludes you at first, you will think "this is a fougere". After 15 minutes, a subtle citrus aroma takes shape and makes this perfume have a vibe very similar to that of Terre D'Hermès. Getting to the heart notes, with its strong projection already slightly attenuated, the perfume warms up with the notes of nutmeg, amber and pepper, very noticeable.

This perfume is more spicy on my skin, with vétiver, nutmeg and pepper (strong here) predominating, and something incensed that lasts almost all the time with vétiver. The bottom is more woody and ambery. It is reasonably light, but dry, even though it has a slightly soapy tone - but rich soap - which gives a good feeling of cleanliness.

It is exquisite, something more formal, modern (although the note of vétiver is the protagonist, it does not have that masculine perfume of the 80s). A very masculine perfume, powerful and "sexy without being vulgar". Good in terms of aroma, projection and fixation. It can be an alternative for those who do not like Terre because it is very citrusy or Encre Noire because it is very heavy but still likes the note of vetiver leading a fragrance.

I think it falls best in milder weather. It is a masterpiece.
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KuraiKurai 1 year ago
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The vetiver theme is a bit same old same old. But if you must, then this is a pretty decent option. Modern, clean and functional.
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PedroCabralPedroCabral 3 years ago
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A very masculine perfume, powerful and "sexy without being vulgar". Good in terms of aroma, projection and fixation (except in price).
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GreMuserGreMuser 3 years ago
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Clean soapy vetiver, very easy and linear, not bad but nothing special.
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