The smell in short
The first thing you smell is bergamot and petitgrain. The heart brings iris and hyacinth. On the skin it settles into vetiver and musk. Overall it smells citrus and aromatic.
- Came out
- 2018
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Linen Vetiver notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Banana Republic Linen Vetiver EDP
Linen Vetiver EDP is made by Banana Republic. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, summer, fall and winter. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Linen Vetiver for work or evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Other Banana Republic perfumes
The house has 23 perfumes here, led by Cypress Cedar, Neroli Woods and Midnight Hour unisex.
Longevity on skin
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel and Azzaro last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like vetiver and musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
The style of Linen Vetiver
The strongest accord is citrus (100%), followed by aromatic and earthy. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and aromatic smells and notes like iris and vetiver. Less obvious notes include cardamom, water jasmine and oakmoss. Perfume fans rate it 4.12 out of 5.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €86. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel and Azzaro Chrome.
Linen Vetiver dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Alfred Dunhill Icon (6 shared notes), Geoffrey Beene Grey Flannel (5 shared notes), Azzaro Chrome (5 shared notes) and Azzaro (6 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Alfred Dunhill Icon starts from €58.
Perfume comparisons
See the notes, how long each lasts and the price side by side.
More questions
When did Linen Vetiver come out?
It came out in 2018.
Is Linen Vetiver unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.
Does it project well?
Medium. People near you can smell it.