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Creed · Sold as feminine
Carmina
The quiet confidence of an afternoon tea where delicate florals mingle with warm spices and powdery musk, creating a sense of lasting sophistication.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
CarminaLuxury · $250+
41%Similar accords, often for lessNarciso Rodriguez Fleur Musc for Her · Narciso RodriguezPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2023, Carmina by Creed is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that embodies the elegant restraint and refined complexity for which the house has been celebrated since 1760. At its heart is a vibrant May Rose, supported by notes of black cherry and saffron, creating an unexpected contrast between sweetness and spice. The composition evolves into a warm, powdery base of cashmere wood, musk, ambroxan, myrrh, and frankincense, grounding the fragrance with a luxurious depth.
Apply two sprays to pulse points — the black cherry and saffron notes are bright but fleeting. The rich base will develop over time, so allow it to settle into your skin for at least an hour before heading out.
Fig. 01 — Carmina, Creed
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Designer Creed
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 18%.