Creed 2011 Cologne

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Original

by Olivier Creed

Creed Original is a Cologne launched in 2011, created by Olivier Creed. Original opens with Grapefruit, Lemon, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Neroli, Pear, and Galbanum, and dries down to a base of Basmati Rice, Musk, Powdery, and Ambergris. Creed's Original carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This is a clean, crisp 'your skin but better' fragrance, perfect for those who want to smell expensive without shouting. The price tag is a sticking point for many, but the quality of ingredients and unique blend win over its loyalists.
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
Original Cologne bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 34%
Floral 12%
Fruity 14%
Green 14%
Sweet 17%
Warm 4%
Woody 1%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 30%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh character and moderate sillage make it suitable for almost any casual or office setting, as it is inoffensive and discreet. While elegant enough for formal events or dates, its 'freshie' nature means it might not shine as brightly as richer scents in those contexts.

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About

Opening with a brilliant burst of bergamot, grapefruit, and lemon, this scent quickly introduces a delicate, dewy pear note with a hint of green galbanum. The dry down is a beautifully soft, clean musk, underpinned by a unique powdery basmati rice accord and a whisper of ambergris, creating a sophisticated 'fresh laundry' feel.