Cœur de Vétiver Sacré by L'Artisan Parfumeur | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Cœur de Vétiver Sacré smell like?
Cœur de Vétiver Sacré is a complex departure from traditional vetiver scents, trading sharp, earthy grassiness for a rich tapestry of spice and smoke. The opening is surprisingly gourmand-leaning, fea...
The fragrance is widely noted for its "bait-and-switch" name; enthusiasts frequently point out that it is more of an incense and dried fruit fragrance than a vetiver-forward one.
Performance is generally regarded as moderate; while it possesses respectable longevity on the skin, the sillage is polite and intimate, making it a frequent choice for professional or office settings.
It is often compared to other tea and spice compositions from the same era, with many noting it shares a similar DNA with Serge Lutens' spicier, dried-fruit offerings.
The community views it as a highly versatile scent, though it leans slightly toward the crisper air of fall and spring rather than peak summer heat or dead of winter.
Most users agree the scent is perfectly unisex, as the sweetness of the fruit and vanilla is effectively countered by the smoke and dry spices.
