* Vetiver is a green grass with earthy, woody, and smoky qualities. The top notes are green, but not really bright, and sort of muddle with clove.
* The Bois 1920 line was launched in 2005 when Enzo Galardi began reinterpreting his grandfather Guido’s original formulas.
* A hint of amber starts to peek through the green in middle development. It’s light and reminds me of the modeling clay that I played with as a child.
* As an Eau de Toilette, the strength is moderate, and it would make a great office-friendly scent.
* In the dry down, the amber becomes the focus. It’s not a bold amber- more light and powdery.
* Although this is in their men’s collection, it could easily be worn by women.
Summary: Vetiver Ambrato is exactly what the name suggests. While it doesn’t blow me away as life-shatteringly amazing, it is a high quality fragrance that will work for many as a safe, office-friendly fragrance.
Bois 1920 Vetiver Ambrato is available from Luckyscent, MIN New York and select independent boutiques.