Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Polished, dry vetiver: grapefruit and orange flower over nutmeg and pimento spice, grounded by natural vetiver and oakmoss.
Is Grey Vetiver worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit and orange blossom, nutmeg and pimento at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and oakmoss.
Scent Score: 44/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 36, versatility 67, layerability 49 and value 21, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells fresh, works for the office and works for any occasion. Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 55 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2009 · Men
Key accords: Grapefruit, Orange Blossom, Nutmeg, Pimento, Vetiver, Oakmoss
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Orange Blossom
Heart Notes
- Nutmeg
- Pimento
Base Notes
- Vetiver
- Oakmoss
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford belongs to the woody fragrance family. Polished, dry vetiver: grapefruit and orange flower over nutmeg and pimento spice, grounded by natural vetiver and oakmoss. Grey Vetiver opens with Grapefruit and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Nutmeg and Pimento. It dries down to Vetiver and Oakmoss.
How to wear Grey Vetiver
On skin, Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Juice by Commodity. Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Juice on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Juice and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Grey Vetiver opens with Grapefruit and Orange Blossom.
The heart brings Nutmeg and Pimento.
It dries down to Vetiver and Oakmoss.
What to layer with Grey Vetiver
Juice by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, orange blossom, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Juice on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Juice
Lyric Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and oakmoss.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lyric Woman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 1 spray Lyric Woman
Can't Stop Loving You by Kilian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom and oakmoss.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Can't Stop Loving You on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Can't Stop Loving You
Kissing Burns 6.4 Calories a Minute by Kilian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit and oakmoss.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kissing Burns 6.4 Calories a Minute on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Kissing Burns 6.4 Calories a Minute
Elixir by rayhaan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and spicy scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit and nutmeg.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Elixir on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 1 spray Elixir
Pairings to approach with care
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 30/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 1 spray Bergamask
Cloud Sorbet by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Cloud Sorbet brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cloud Sorbet on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Cloud Sorbet
Related fragrances and why
- Juice by Commodity — Both include grapefruit, orange blossom, and vetiver.
- Lyric Woman by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include vetiver and oakmoss.
- Can't Stop Loving You by Kilian — Both include orange blossom and oakmoss.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Grey Vetiver?
Grey Vetiver opens with Grapefruit and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Nutmeg and Pimento. It dries down to Vetiver and Oakmoss.
How long does Grey Vetiver last, and how strong is it?
Grey Vetiver by Tom Ford has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Grey Vetiver?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Grey Vetiver?
Juice by Commodity is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, orange blossom, and vetiver. Apply Grey Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Juice on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Grey Vetiver : 2 sprays Juice.
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