Acquired

Ted Lapidus 1984 EDP

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Creation

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Ted Lapidus Creation is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1984. Creation opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Neroli, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Orris, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Ted Lapidus's Creation carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is an absolute beast for those who dare to wear it. Creation isn't for shrinking violets; it's a loud, unashamed 80s powerhouse. It's truly divisive, you'll either love how it screams complexity or find it utterly overwhelming, but it demands respect.
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
Creation Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Given its significant sillage and longevity, it's too much for office wear and too assertive for casual daytime. It shines in formal settings or on a date where you want to make a bold statement, but it's not a scent for subtle encounters.

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Exploding with a vibrant, almost tropical fruit basket of peach, mango, and passionfruit, instantly cut through by galbanum's sharp greenness. This evolves into a rich, sprawling floral heart of narcissus, tuberose, and ylang-ylang, underpinned by a dense, earthy base of oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli. It's a complex, multi-layered journey from exuberant fruit to deep, mossy woods.