Tom Ford – Grey Vetiver

Tom Ford’s current Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum page highlights orange flower, grapefruit, nutmeg, pimento, vetiver and oakmoss rather than publishing a traditional three-stage pyramid. The fuller launch composition is organized below for easier reference.

Top Notes

• Grapefruit
• Orange Blossom
• Sage

Heart Notes

• Nutmeg
• Orris Root
• Pimento

Base Notes

• Vetiver
• Woody Notes
• Oakmoss
• Amber

Grey Vetiver opens with crisp grapefruit that gives the fragrance a clean citrus brightness. Orange blossom provides a smooth floral accent, while sage introduces an aromatic, slightly herbal character.

As the fragrance develops, nutmeg and pimento add dry warmth and spice. Orris contributes a polished, subtly powdery texture without turning the fragrance overtly floral or sweet.

The drydown places vetiver firmly at the center. Its dry, earthy and woody character is supported by oakmoss, additional woods and amber, creating a composed finish that feels clean, masculine and refined.

Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum is the original 2009 interpretation and emphasizes natural vetiver surrounded by bright citrus, spice and woods. Tom Ford currently describes it through notes of wood, citrus and nutmeg.

Grey Vetiver Parfum is a later interpretation that Tom Ford describes as an elegant blend of citrus, richer spice and charismatic woods. Both maintain vetiver as the central theme, but the Parfum is positioned as the richer expression within the collection.

For shoppers seeking the crisp, classic and highly versatile Grey Vetiver profile, the Eau de Parfum is the natural starting point.

Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum has a polished citrus, spice and woody structure that works naturally in situations where a clean and understated fragrance is preferred.

It is particularly well suited to professional environments, business wear, formal occasions, daytime events, dinners and everyday use. Its bright citrus opening also makes it appealing during spring and warmer weather, while the vetiver, oakmoss and woody base give it enough depth for transitional and cooler seasons.

Longevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.

Vetiver can smell different from one fragrance to another, ranging from smoky and earthy to clean, grassy or citrus-like. Grey Vetiver presents the material in a polished citrus-and-woods framework, making a sample especially useful if you are exploring vetiver fragrances for the first time.

A Grey Vetiver sample allows you to evaluate its grapefruit opening, spicy middle and dry vetiver base across several wearings before committing to a full bottle. A travel-size Grey Vetiver decant also offers a convenient format for work, trips and everyday carry.

• 3ml Sample: Approximately 25–30 sprays
• 5ml Travel Spray: Approximately 40–50 sprays
• 10ml Travel Spray: Approximately 85–100 sprays
• 30ml: Approximately 250–300 sprays

Spray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.

Each Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original Tom Ford bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.

Each order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.

The decant atomizer and packaging are supplied independently by Bluegrass Fragrance Company and are not Tom Ford manufacturer packaging.

Orders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Central Kentucky through USPS or UPS.

Your tracking number may be created before your order is hand-filled and packaged. Carrier tracking may not update immediately after the tracking number is issued.

Free U.S. shipping is available on qualifying orders over $100.

Are these authentic Tom Ford Grey Vetiver samples?

Yes. Each Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum sample and decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original Tom Ford bottle.

What is a fragrance decant?

A fragrance decant is authentic fragrance transferred from its original manufacturer bottle into a smaller independent atomizer. It allows you to sample or travel with a fragrance without purchasing or carrying the full-size bottle.

Is Grey Vetiver diluted?

No. Bluegrass Fragrance Company does not intentionally dilute, reformulate or otherwise alter Grey Vetiver during the decanting process.

Is the original Tom Ford bottle included?

No. The original Tom Ford bottle and manufacturer packaging are not included. You receive your selected quantity of authentic Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum in independent decant packaging.

What does Tom Ford Grey Vetiver smell like?

Grey Vetiver smells crisp, woody, citrusy and aromatic. Grapefruit provides a bright opening, nutmeg and pimento add dry spice, and vetiver, oakmoss and woods create an earthy, refined drydown.

Is Grey Vetiver sweet?

Grey Vetiver is not primarily a sweet fragrance. Its character leans much more toward citrus, aromatic spice, dry woods and earthy vetiver.

Is Grey Vetiver powdery?

It can have a subtle smooth or lightly powdery nuance from orris, but the overall fragrance remains much more citrusy, woody and vetiver-focused than traditionally powdery.

Is Tom Ford Grey Vetiver good for summer?

Yes. Its grapefruit, aromatic freshness and dry vetiver profile can work especially well during spring and summer. Application can be adjusted for very hot or humid conditions.

What seasons are best for Grey Vetiver?

Grey Vetiver is versatile enough for year-round use, with particularly natural placement in spring, summer and early fall because of its fresh citrus and dry woody character.

Is Grey Vetiver good for the office?

Grey Vetiver is particularly well suited to professional settings because its profile is clean, refined and relatively understated. As with any fragrance, conservative application is preferable in close indoor environments.

Is Grey Vetiver suitable for formal occasions?

Yes. The polished combination of citrus, spice and vetiver makes Grey Vetiver a natural option for business attire, dinners, weddings and other formal settings.

What is the difference between Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum and Grey Vetiver Parfum?

The Eau de Parfum is the original Grey Vetiver interpretation, emphasizing crisp citrus, spice and natural vetiver. The later Parfum is positioned by Tom Ford as a richer blend of citrus, spice and woods.

Is Grey Vetiver suitable for travel?

Yes. A smaller Grey Vetiver travel spray is convenient when you do not want to carry the original full-size bottle. Always follow applicable airline and transportation liquid restrictions.