vetiver
noun
vet·i·ver
ˈve-tə-vər 
: a tall perennial grass (Vetiveria zizanioides) of southeastern Asia cultivated in warm regions especially for its fragrant roots which are used especially in woven goods (such as mats) and in perfumes
also
: its root
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There were figs in her backyard, which explains Bohemian Fig, a warm and woody blend of orange, bergamot, Sicilian lemon, vanilla orchid, tonka beans and vetiver.
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Buy Now Homesick Barbie Dreamhouse Candle Diptyque Amber Candle
Evoke the aura of a cackling fire with this woody scent from Diptyque, which features notes of wood, vetiver and patchouli enhanced with radiant aniseed, insolent spices, mysterious incense, cistus and tonka bean.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 23 Feb. 2024
This dynamic scent from Le Labo (a Daniel Ricciardo fave) packs in notes of creamy fig, soft vetiver and textural cedar woods, brought up by an uplifting taste of bitter orange.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 22 Jan. 2024
Fall spices mix with black vanilla pod, leather, amber, and vetiver for a spicy yet indulgent scent that carries a 50-hour burn time.
—Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
The candle itself has fragrance notes of jasmine, incense, oud, vetiver, and tonka.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Dec. 2023
The woody, spicy cologne is perfect for the winter months, with notes of leather, tobacco, rum and vetiver.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 24 Nov. 2023
The Onsen with notes of vetiver, lavandin, and yuzu.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2023
Find it on Amazon Montblanc Explorer For the adventurous man, Montblanc Explorer offers a robust blend of bergamot, vetiver, and leather.
—Jose Ryller, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2023
Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
Buy Now Homesick Barbie Dreamhouse Candle Diptyque Amber Candle
Evoke the aura of a cackling fire with this woody scent from Diptyque, which features notes of wood, vetiver and patchouli enhanced with radiant aniseed, insolent spices, mysterious incense, cistus and tonka bean.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 23 Feb. 2024
This dynamic scent from Le Labo (a Daniel Ricciardo fave) packs in notes of creamy fig, soft vetiver and textural cedar woods, brought up by an uplifting taste of bitter orange.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 22 Jan. 2024
Fall spices mix with black vanilla pod, leather, amber, and vetiver for a spicy yet indulgent scent that carries a 50-hour burn time.
—Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
The candle itself has fragrance notes of jasmine, incense, oud, vetiver, and tonka.
—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Dec. 2023
The woody, spicy cologne is perfect for the winter months, with notes of leather, tobacco, rum and vetiver.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 24 Nov. 2023
The Onsen with notes of vetiver, lavandin, and yuzu.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2023
Find it on Amazon Montblanc Explorer For the adventurous man, Montblanc Explorer offers a robust blend of bergamot, vetiver, and leather.
—Jose Ryller, Rolling Stone, 1 Dec. 2023
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“Vetiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vetiver. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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