Does anybody else have a Creed Cologne problem?

[123Blueface]

Originally Posted by 77T

The essential fragrances are going to morph to your own body’s chemistry once the alcohol evaporates.

What you smelled was how paper reacted to the chemistry in Adventus.

Here’s what you might try because you can’t let a paper strip make your decision.

Visit an upscale shop with a Creed ambassador on staff. He’ll make up some samples in small vials. Or you can call Creed and they’ll do the same. Then you can see how it really works on you after an hour or later.



That is how I’ve gone about building this collection.




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That is an excellent point I didn’t consider.
The paper left in the truck overnight may have evolved into that foul odor.

[tyler1980]

the interesting thing about Creed is they sell the "heritage"... established in 1760 and has fragrances that are named to clearly point to some old and historical periods in time, like they have been around for generations. Part of the heritage is what makes it look aristocratic and time tested.

Creed was a tailoring house in 1760.... became known for fragrances in the 1980's. Some of the earliest fragrances(possibly) date to the 1930's but most likely not, as 1975 is the first one known to have existed. Just saying as that isnt on the bottle and you would think they have been doing this for over 250 years.

It still smells great, but that isnt totally what gets people to buy into the brand.

[77T]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

the interesting thing about Creed is they sell the "heritage"... established in 1760 and has fragrances that are named to clearly point to some old and historical periods in time, like they have been around for generations. Part of the heritage is what makes it look aristocratic and time tested.

Creed was a tailoring house in 1760.... became known for fragrances in the 1980's. Some of the earliest fragrances(possibly) date to the 1930's but most likely not, as 1975 is the first one known to have existed. Just saying as that isnt on the bottle and you would think they have been doing this for over 250 years.

It still smells great, but that isnt totally what gets people to buy into the brand.

I don’t know the history - but if George Washington had made bad whisky - and his descendants were still making it - I think few would drink it here in US.

The image is what we buy, I agree - it’s much like buying a Rolex instead of a Grand Seiko, don’t you think?


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[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by 77T

I don’t know the history - but if George Washington had made bad whisky - and his descendants were still making it - I think few would drink it here in US.

The image is what we buy, I agree - it’s much like buying a Rolex instead of a Grand Seiko, don’t you think?


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It has to be a great product and the heritage nature gives it added legitimacy or justification or whatever. In acquisitions its the same, companies pay a lot for the history and the ability to market it, even if what they will be making going forward isnt even connected to it. Its got to be "worth" something extra otherwise why connect the two?

[fkim011]

Originally Posted by SC11

What you doing bathing on it

haha...I use different atomizer for my travel bags...and the pricing on it is not that bad when you break it down per oz!

[daveathall]

Originally Posted by 77T

I don’t know the history - but if George Washington had made bad whisky - and his descendants were still making it - I think few would drink it here in US.

I disagree, many Americans would drink it. But that's just my opinion.

[droptopman]

Lol, I am a sheep. Look at the shiny.
Nice enabling guys. Tried the original for starters. Nice clean and citrusy. Wife is not sold yet.

[The Libertine]

Polo Red Extreme is the only cologne I wear.

[dubins930]

I wear cologne everyday but I don't think I've ever even heard of Creed. Luckily they have a 3 samples for $30 that I just ordered, before I drop 400 without smelling it first. I'm trying Viking, Aventus, GIT... Judging by the forum hype I am way behind the times. Cant wait to smell "Aventus"

[DARK_KNIGHT]

AVENTUS. (full stop).

GREEN IRISH TWEED (GIT)

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Did I mention - AVENTUS?

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by Danny83

Im missing a couple bottles but anyone else have a problem. Its all I wear now prefer this over my Tom Fords and Bonds.


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[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by droptopman

Lol, I am a sheep. Look at the shiny.
Nice enabling guys. Tried the original for starters. Nice clean and citrusy. Wife is not sold yet.

thats all i wear in the summer. Then its usually Viking or Himalaya for when its colder out.

[Dr.Brian]

The only problem I have with Creed is that it makes me smell too good!
from another Creed fan.

[DahMan]

I prefer Johnny walker, blue label, neat

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by DahMan

I prefer Johnny walker, blue label, neat

wouldn't it be served messy? not neat.... if you are splashing it all over your clothes

either that or you are offending too many people at the bar

[RHIII]

Yes!! Creed has been my go to for years!!

My current rotation is —

Aventus - Millsime Imperial - Green Irish Tweed - Viking

They make a great product.

(Sometimes I’ll throw some Tom Ford Oud Wood - or Patchouli Absolu -in there to mix it up)

You need to check out Memo - Paris also. Checked out last time we were in Neimans. Another great product.


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[Starwalker]

Originally Posted by daveathall

I am currently using Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior and Aventus by Creed. Both last all day easily. If I could only have one, it would be Aventus, having said that, Tom Ford, Tobacco Vanille got most coments.

https://www.dior.com/beauty/en_gb/ma...SABEgJ-pfD_BwE

I absolutely love amber nuit. Nothing from Tom Ford has struck a cord with me.


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[thejerseyrock]

So little Creed Aventus goes such a long long way

[Carry The Interest]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

the interesting thing about Creed is they sell the "heritage"... established in 1760 and has fragrances that are named to clearly point to some old and historical periods in time, like they have been around for generations. Part of the heritage is what makes it look aristocratic and time tested.

Creed was a tailoring house in 1760.... became known for fragrances in the 1980's. Some of the earliest fragrances(possibly) date to the 1930's but most likely not, as 1975 is the first one known to have existed. Just saying as that isnt on the bottle and you would think they have been doing this for over 250 years.

It still smells great, but that isnt totally what gets people to buy into the brand.

This is all very true. Plenty of people have called them out on the misleading marketing ("From Father to Son Since 1760") on this as well.

Interesting article below. It's published by Creed, so I suppose you have to consider the source (they obviously have an advantage in spinning their history as close to fragrances as possible). There has been plenty of scandal around some of the statements they've made (some examples in the link below) and the lack of evidence to support these claims.
Link

[BNA/LION]

Originally Posted by Danny83

Im missing a couple bottles but anyone else have a problem. Its all I wear now prefer this over my Tom Fords and Bonds.

You Do! Thanks to you I have the Bug but it's not a Problem, Yet!

[R!$]

I have all of them

[PJ S]

Originally Posted by DahMan

I prefer Johnny walker, blue label, neat

With an extra dab behind the ears and knees, eh?

Originally Posted by tyler1980

wouldn't it be served messy? not neat.... if you are splashing it all over your clothes

“Nothing beats the great smell of Brut…!”
Just ask Henry or Kevin.

Originally Posted by RHIII

…

(Sometimes I’ll throw some Tom Ford Oud Wood - or Patchouli Absolu -in there to mix it up)

Wasn’t fussed at all on the PA, but if you’re a Patch fan, give Frederic Malle’s Monsieur a try.
Be warned though, it’ll be nothing like Tom’s – it’s quite smoky and woodsy, which is at complete odds with what most of us are familiar with when it comes to how we expect Patchouli to smell.

[RHIII]

Originally Posted by PJ S

With an extra dab behind the ears and knees, eh?









“Nothing beats the great smell of Brut…!”

Just ask Henry or Kevin.









Wasn’t fussed at all on the PA, but if you’re a Patch fan, give Frederic Malle’s Monsieur a try.

Be warned though, it’ll be nothing like Tom’s – it’s quite smoky and woodsy, which is at complete odds with what most of us are familiar with when it comes to how we expect Patchouli to smell.

Will check it out! Thanks!


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[RazorD]

Love Creed, but not exclusively.

[walds11]

Bumping this old thread. My current collection is very small:

RL Safari: citrus with Caribbean spices, warm woods notes

YSL L’Homme: fresh woody, bergamot, ginger, vetiver

Gucci Guilty: Italian lemon, mandarin, crushed green leaves, lavender, pink pepper

There is a theme here, at least to my nose....citrus (fruit), fresh, warm, etc. I’m looking to step it up and grab a bottle of Creed (and perhaps Tom Ford). What would you recommend to start with? Aventus? I don’t want something too sweet or too strong.

[PJ S]

Don’t buy without trying it on your skin first.
What one person smells from a product on their skin can differ greatly from another’s, as well as what notes are detectable.
FWIW, I find (for me) that Creed is extremely short-lived, is mainly a skin scent, and lacking in anything that grabs me, whereas with Acqua Di Parma, the Oud and Leather ones are extremely long-lasting, have great projection, and completely grab me... unfortunately, the other half’s nose detrcts an incense scent which she’s not found of.
So, get some samples try them, and them see which one(s), if any, you (and the other half) gravitate towards.

[walds11]

^Good point. Next time I’m at the mall, I’ll go to Neiman Marcus to test the Creeds out. I just have the bug to expand my fragrance collection. It’s quite overwhelming though...

[Investr]

Ive been a fan of Creed for years. Aventus has been my go-to scent for years

[ian.thomas]

And I thought all my Les Exclusifs de CHANEL were expensive at $350 a bottle!

[PJ S]

Originally Posted by walds11

^Good point. Next time I’m at the mall, I’ll go to Neiman Marcus to test the Creeds out. I just have the bug to expand my fragrance collection. It’s quite overwhelming though...

The choice available certainly can be, so take your time and remember the scent will change as the top and mid notes evaporate to leave the base notes.
Never make a decision based on smelling a fragrance just on a card or after 5 mins of spraying it on your hand/arm.
Also, don’t wear any when you plan to go sniffing, and after smelling 3-4 on cards, give your nose a bit of a break.
Most stores (if any really) will have coffee beans or teabags on hand, so bring your own in a small plastic airtight container, which are useful for clearing your nose, if you plan to smell your way through more to shortlist 2-3 to skin test or get samples of.

If citrusy is your thing, then stop by the Acqua Di Parma counter — I know this is (was?) a Creed only thread, but it makes sense. Equally, it may be time to venture into something a bit different from the norm.