Creed 1948 EDT

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Vetiver

by Henry Creed Fourth Generation

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Creed Vetiver is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1948, created by Henry Creed Fourth Generation. Vetiver opens with Citrus and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Ginger, and dries down to a base of Virginia Cedarwood, Vetiver, and Ambergris. Creed's Vetiver carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This isn't a divisive scent; it's a classic vetiver for those who appreciate the true rooty character over a soapy interpretation. Forget the 'JFK wore it' myth, this is simply well-made, understated class.
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  • Classic
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Elegant
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Vetiver Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus66%
Bergamot34%
Heartas listed
Ginger100%
Baseas listed
Vetiver36%
Ambergris35%
Virginia Cedarwood29%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate performance and fresh, natural aroma make it highly versatile for office and casual wear. While elegant enough for formal settings, its subtle nature might get lost in a loud environment; it's less of a date night showstopper due to its understated projection.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a bright, crisp blend of citrus and bergamot, immediately establishing a fresh and inviting tone. As it settles, a subtle warmth of ginger emerges, adding a gentle spice without overpowering the initial zest. The true star, vetiver, then anchors the fragrance with its earthy, slightly rooty depth, complemented by the clean woodiness of Virginia cedarwood and a touch of sophisticated ambergris in the dry-down. It's a natural, smooth, and refined composition.

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