I remember that day clearly when all of us classmates had gathered for a farewell dinner. My friend was wearing a perfume so captivating, I was compelled to ask him. ”Vetiver” he answered. That was it – I never went to a store that quick to find myself a perfume. So, today I will share my complete review of Creed Original Vetiver with you all.
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One of the most underrated and underappreciated Perfumes by CREED includes ORIGINAL VETIVER. Launched in 2004, Original Vetiver is a Spicy Woody fragrance for men AND women.
The notable feature of this perfume is that it is derived from the Vetiver leaves and roots, whereas most other brands traditionally use the root of the plant to create the fragrance.
TOP NOTES Review of Creed Original Vetiver
The top notes of VETIVER consist of Bergamot, Ginger, Vetiver leaves, and Mandarin Orange; which give the fragrance a crisp lively start.
The zesty citrus and fleshy green vetiver leaves contribute to the vigor of the scent and are highly appealing. It has a green quality to it, which reminds me of mint though it does not contain any.
MIDDLE NOTES
The middle notes are Pink Berries, White Pepper, and Coriander. The citrus and the minty illusion fade away and the vetiver takes center stage, hardly releasing its grip.
It’s such an outright clean and invigorating scent that seems to give you a slight boost of energy and brightens your mood.
BASE NOTES
Tonkin Musk, Ambergris, Sandalwood(Mysore), and Vetiver are what lie at the base of this heavenly fragrance.
The smooth transition from cool green notes to more sensual and aromatic woody notes. The rich base notes soften the fragrance without making it too sweet.
WHEN TO WEAR YOUR VETIVER EDP
In my opinion, it is an unobtrusive and versatile scent. This refreshing scent can be worn on several different occasions including work, formal events, or even casual outings.
It works for all seasons and weather. However, it is best suited to the hotter months, as the cool notes involved in the fragrance composition work best with heat. On hotter days, when you wish to surround yourself with freshness, spray a few pumps of Vetiver on and you’re all good.
However, you cannot limit wearing this scent only to the spring-summer season. It can also be worn on the cooler days due to the timelessly beautiful and well-balanced fragrance notes involved.
Another perfume from the house of Creed that I love wearing on hot summer days is Creed Silver Mountain.
LONGEVITY – Creed Original Vetiver Review
This fragrance has very good longevity with it lasting about 10 hours on the skin. Just a spritz or two on your pulse/heat points and you’re all set.
This fragrance has excellent performance and will definitely get you noticed after hours of wearing it. With an amazing composition, beautiful blend, and excellent performance, Vetiver is easily one of the most well-doing scents in the market.
PROJECTION
Projection-wise, this perfume is neither overly strong nor too weak. Just the right amount of moderation with monstrous sillage. Overall, the fragrance has a marvelous performance and will surely leave an alluring air of sensuality and harmony wherever you pass!
PROS – Creed Original Vetiver Review
- Natural and green scent with a clean, refreshing feel
- More refined and sophisticated than its coequal Mugler Cologne
- Great Longevity and Sillage
- Suitable for both genders
- A compliment-worthy scent
- Unisex Perfume
CONS – Creed Original Vetiver Review
On the other hand, there are some CONS to this perfume too which you need to consider:
- Highly expensive
- This scent might be too subtle and light for those who prefer stronger fragrances
- ORIGINAL VETIVER can come off as too soapy and old-fashioned to some people.
PACKAGING
I felt like I must compliment the packaging in my version of Creed Original Vetiver Review. This crisp green perfume comes in a dreamlike glass bottle with a beautiful play of colors.
The bottle bears a prominent CREED logo and its gem green accents truly symbolize the nature and feel of the scent. Nonetheless, the packaging of Original Vetiver screams luxury and elegance.
FINAL THOUGHTS
So, this was a full and final Creed Original Vetiver Review. Indeed, Original Vétiver has dramatically reinvented the traditional vetiver scent.
This unisex fragrance pairs Vetiver with Mediterranean citrus and spices, for a warm, sophisticated, and sensual aroma.
The prime attraction here is the Vetiver note. However, the initial zesty citric opening works very well with the soft spicy undertones of the perfume, making it inviting. This scent is bright, aromatic, crisp, fresh, and very well-rounded.
Yes, it is on the costly side of things, but it is worth it for those who are looking for a classy perfume. A simplistic scent that does not shout out to others nearby, this is a fragrance that you can wear anywhere, anytime, and fit in without any issues.
Original Vetiver can be your go-to fragrance when you just want to smell clean and fresh. If you are someone trying to delve into the world of Vetiver scents this is a great first scent. So go ahead and rock this scent wherever you want, whenever you want!
We have also reviewed Creed Spring Flower EDP and Creed Millesime Imperial on a similar pattern. So, Don’t forget to give them a look. Make your comparisons and buy the right one for you.
Founder of OppositeAttracts.com, Imran has traveled extensively to explore the world of fragrances. Through his articles, he shares his in-depth knowledge and passion for scents with our readers.
