First, Just got the package from the UPS guy. Immediately I noticed that the box was busted and the innards was exposed. I took the package in and opened it. The Vetiver box was distressed in the upper half region. Should I be concerned about this? A return is only warranted if the box is unopened. I'm afraid to open it at this point because I don't know the condition of the bottle. This came from the Boutique is Las Vegas.
Second, I received samples of Vetiver to try, Imperial and Heritage. There appears to be something skanky in Heritage. All this is premature and initial impressions, mind you. Imperial is a beautiful citrus but terribly fleeting. In 5 minutes, it has already disappeared. I'd have this if it lasted longer. In Vetiver, the vetiver is rooty but not pungent like in vintage formulations. This has been reworked and it brighter, fresher, and more crisp and has lost the earthy, old world mineral qualities that I seem to have remembered. The tobacco is not prevalent to my nose yet, which is a good thing since the tobacco note is what I found off-putting in the vintage version.
Second, I received samples of Vetiver to try, Imperial and Heritage. There appears to be something skanky in Heritage. All this is premature and initial impressions, mind you. Imperial is a beautiful citrus but terribly fleeting. In 5 minutes, it has already disappeared. I'd have this if it lasted longer. In Vetiver, the vetiver is rooty but not pungent like in vintage formulations. This has been reworked and it brighter, fresher, and more crisp and has lost the earthy, old world mineral qualities that I seem to have remembered. The tobacco is not prevalent to my nose yet, which is a good thing since the tobacco note is what I found off-putting in the vintage version.
It is more rooty and harsh to my nose.
But I just find it deep and warm that it comforts me 
. Actually, I am surprised you thought it was too skanky, judging by your tastes.
