Vétiver d'Hiver (Vetiver Babylone)

By the editors · 2 min readThe opening arrives cool and bright, bergamot and lemon cutting through air with a sharp citric clarity that feels almost medicinal in its precision. There's no sweetness here, just clean acidity that quickly gives way to the spice layer beneath.

Pink pepper and cardamom provide warmth without softness, their dry heat sitting close to the skin rather than projecting outward. The spices don't bloom so much as smolder, creating a subtle friction against the citrus that lingers above. This transitions into vetiver that reads earthy and slightly rooty, grounded by patchouli that adds weight without turning the composition dark or heavy.

This is vetiver for cold weather, structured and restrained in a way that suits tailored wool and quiet rooms. It lacks the grassy greenness of summer vetiver fragrances, leaning instead toward something more austere and introspective. The overall effect is one of controlled elegance, a fragrance that prioritizes clarity of line over sensual richness.