Original Vetiver by Creed
Brand: Creed
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Original Vetiver presents vetiver in an unusually fresh, refined way, pairing its earthy green character with bright citrus and a soft, creamy woody base. It is versatile and effortlessly polished, making it especially well suited to warm weather, professional settings, and understated daytime wear.
Is Original Vetiver worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, mandarin and bitter orange, vetiver and iris at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and musk.
Scent Score: 61/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, reputation 67, versatility 87, layerability 86 and value 28, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells fresh, lasts long and is worth the price. Hardly any complaints. Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 40 FragranceX reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2004 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Mandarin, Bitter Orange, Ginger, Vetiver, Iris
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Mandarin
- Bitter Orange
- Ginger
Heart Notes
- Vetiver
- Iris
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Musk
- Ambergris
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Original Vetiver by Creed belongs to the woody fragrance family. A crisp, polished blend of sparkling citrus, green vetiver, and smooth woods with a clean, understated elegance. Original Vetiver opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Bitter Orange, and Ginger. The heart brings Vetiver and Iris. It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Ambergris.
How to wear Original Vetiver
On skin, Original Vetiver by Creed has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Original Vetiver opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Bitter Orange, and Ginger.
The heart brings Vetiver and Iris.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Ambergris.
What to layer with Original Vetiver
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and iris.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 1 spray Chinatown
NoMad by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer NoMad on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 1 spray NoMad
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 33/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Boccanera by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 37/99
Boccanera has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Boccanera brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share ginger and musk.
Order: Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boccanera on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 1 spray Boccanera
Related fragrances and why
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and sandalwood.
- Lost Cherry by Tom Ford — Both include vetiver and sandalwood.
- Mon Guerlain by Guerlain — Both include bergamot and iris.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Original Vetiver?
Original Vetiver opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Bitter Orange, and Ginger. The heart brings Vetiver and Iris. It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Ambergris.
How long does Original Vetiver last, and how strong is it?
Original Vetiver by Creed has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Original Vetiver?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and date.
What layers well with Original Vetiver?
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and sandalwood. Apply Original Vetiver first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Original Vetiver : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.
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