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Royal Water

by Olivier Creed

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Creed Royal Water is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997, created by Olivier Creed. Royal Water opens with Citrus, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Lemon Verbena, settles into a heart of Cumin, Allspice, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. Creed's Royal Water carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Divisive and distinctive, Royal Water is a zesty, herbal, old-school blast from the past. Some call it refined and masterful, others smell a dated bar of soap. Either way, it's understated luxury with performance that won't shout.
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
Royal Water Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh, and moderately projecting nature makes it ideal for professional settings, with many reviewers praising it as a 'gentleman's scent' for the office. It's versatile enough for casual wear in warmer months but the 'old-school' vibe might not suit every informal gathering. While sophisticated, it lacks the boldness some look for in a date or formal scent.

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About

Opens with a sharp, invigorating burst of lemon verbena and bright citruses - imagine a zesty gin and tonic or sparkling lemonade. This quickly blends into a green, aromatic heart where basil and allspice provide a fresh, almost medicinal herbal edge, often interpreted as juniper or mint. The dry down settles into a clean, musky base with a hint of cedar, often evoking a 'salty sea breeze' or expensive soapy cleanliness.