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Notes
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Accords
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Perfumers
Original Vetiver
feminine
Created by Erwin Creed, Olivier Creed
Original Vetiver by Creed is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. Original Vetiver was launched in 2004. Original Vetiver was created by Olivier Creed and Erwin Creed. Top notes are Bergamot, Ginger and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Haitian Vetiver, Sandalwood and Iris; base notes are Musk and Ambergris. Original Vetiver is Creed's modern take on the classic Vetiver fragrance. Vetiver fragrances traditionally derive their scent from the root of the plant. Original Vetiver infuses vetiver leaves into the blend for a fresh and original effect. This unisex fragrance pairs vetiver with Mediterranean citrus and spice, for a warm, sensual and sophisticated aroma. The top notes consist of ginger, mandarin and bergamot. Middle notes incorporate vetiver from Haiti, Mysore sandalwood and Florentine Iris. The base notes include musk and ambergris.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
14%
Win
100%
Spr
97%
Sum
40%
Fall
Day & Night
100%
Day
25%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
3,433 votes
4.23
Love it
1.7k50%
Like it
1.2k35%
OK
2307%
Dislike
2457%
Hate it
582%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 69 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
Original Vetiver is highly regarded by the r/fragrance community as a standout Creed fragrance that offers exceptional versatility and unique character. While most users praise its clean, soapy profile and broad appeal across genders and occasions, some report longevity inconsistencies and note it requires time to fully appreciate. The community consensus is that it represents one of Creed's best offerings and worthy of its premium price point for those seeking a distinctive, all-purpose scent.
Strengths
- Unique scent profile blending fruit loops, soap, and vetiver in a distinctive way
- Excellent versatility across seasons and occasions (office, formal, casual)
- Strong appeal to both men and women; notably unisex
- Excellent performance and longevity for a fresh fragrance
Weaknesses
- Longevity can be inconsistent depending on skin chemistry and application
- Takes time to appreciate; initially perceived as too damp or soapy by some
- Premium pricing may not justify performance for some users
Best for
Office wear and professional settingsAll-season daily driver fragranceCasual everyday wearDate nights and formal occasions
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
