Side-by-side comparison of 1872 For Men by Clive Christian and Royal Oud by Creed
Clive Christian
Creed
| Attribute | 1872 For Men | Royal Oud |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Clive Christian | Creed |
| Year | 2001 | 2011 |
| Rating | 4.32 | 4.36 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 23 | 9 |
22 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Clive Christian 1872 for Men received minimal community engagement in this thread, with only one mention as a SOTD choice for work during cool weather. The community consensus is unclear due to insufficient feedback and detailed opinions from multiple users.
53 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Royal Oud is a polarizing fragrance that impresses with its refined cedar-and-wood profile and receives genuine compliments, but frustrates many with its weak sillage, misleading name (minimal actual oud), and Creed's notorious batch inconsistency. Community consensus suggests trying it in-store first, as sample quality varies significantly and personal performance expectations should be managed.