Is Alexandria Fragrances Jack a dupe of Creed Original Vetiver?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a clean, green, soapy vetiver that screams 'expensive Irish Spring'. It's a gorgeous scent profile for many, but its shocking lack of performance for most means it's often dismissed as not worth the Creed price tag.
A superb stand-in for Creed's Original Vetiver, Jack delivers that classic, clean vetiver punch with even better performance. An absolute crowd-pleaser for anyone who appreciates a fresh, sophisticated scent.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and often subtle sillage makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear. The poor longevity reported by many makes it less ideal for occasions requiring a strong, lasting presence like formal events or dates, though its invigorating qualities still lend themselves well to casual and sport scenarios.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its versatile fresh-woody profile and good longevity make it suitable for almost any occasion, particularly excelling in casual and office settings where its clean vibe is appreciated. However, its strong projection, while positive, might be a bit much for very intimate dates or exceptionally formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 8 notes is in the original, including Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
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Original Vetiver EDP
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Jack Extrait
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