How does Born in Roma Uomo differ from the original Valentino Uomo?

The original Uomo leans on iris and leather for a richer, sweeter feel. Born in Roma swaps that for a salty mineral opening over smoked vetiver and sage, so it is fresher and drier.

Is it more of a summer or winter scent?

It leans warm-weather and daytime. The fresh salt and violet opening suits spring and summer, and it can feel thin in cold weather.

How long does it last?

It is an eau de toilette, and many wearers report a few hours of noticeable wear before it settles close to the skin. Expect to reapply for an evening out.

Is it too strong for an office?

No. Its moderate projection makes it a safe office scent; two or three sprays are enough.

What notes will I actually smell?

Violet leaf and a salty mineral note up top, ginger and sage in the middle, and smoked vetiver with woods at the base.

Is it a good gift for someone new to fragrance?

Yes. It is clean and easy to wear rather than polarizing, and the studded bottle gives it gift appeal.

Where is the Valentino Uomo Born in Roma by Valentino cheapest?

At Venba, for $16.99, 82% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Valentino Uomo Born in Roma by Valentino?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 144 ratings.

Where can I buy the Valentino Uomo Born in Roma by Valentino?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Perfume Palace, DH&P, Oasis Perfumes USA, LaBellePerfumes, Wholesale Perfumes Andrea.

Valentino Uomo Born in Roma by Valentino

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 5144 ratings

Owners rate it highly and often describe it as a clean, salty vetiver that is easy to wear every day. The recurring complaints are longevity and projection: many say it fades faster than they would like and stays close to the skin.

What people mention

LongevityCriticisedSeveral owners say it fades within a few hours and needs a top-up later in the day.
ProjectionMixedWearers describe it as close to the skin rather than a strong projector, which some prefer and others find too quiet.
Vetiver scentPraisedReviewers like the dry smoked vetiver with sage, calling it clean and grown-up.
Salt and violet openingMixedThe mineral-salt and violet-leaf start is divisive: some find it fresh and modern, others expected something richer.
VersatilityPraisedOwners say it works for daily wear, the office and warm weather.
Bottle designPraisedBuyers mention the studded bottle as a plus, especially for gifting.

About the Valentino Uomo Born in Roma by Valentino

Valentino Uomo Born in Roma is an eau de toilette for men. It is a modern aromatic vetiver fragrance in the warm and spicy family. It was launched in 2019 and created by Antoine Maisondieu and Guillaume Flavigny.

Aromatic sage and smoked vetiver form the Valentino couture signature. A cool facet of mineral salt and spicy ginger runs through it. The top notes are violet leaf, mineral notes and salt. The middle notes are ginger and sage. The base notes are vetiver and woody notes.

The bottle carries the Valentino stud, which is inspired by Roman architecture.

Concentration

Eau de toilette

Fragrance family

Warm & Spicy

Scent type

Cool spices

Key notes

Violet, vetiver, ginger

Top notes

Violet leaf, mineral notes, salt

Middle notes