Sea SaltOpens with
Sicilian LemonHeart
Sea NotesDries down to
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Creed · Sold as unisex
Millésime Impérial
The briny air of a seaside estate at dawn, where the crispness of citrus mingles with the salty tang of the ocean.
Smells likethe beach
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Millésime ImpérialLuxury · $250+
43%Similar accords, often for lessLight Blue Swimming in Lipari · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1995 and created by Olivier Creed and Pierre Bourdon, Millésime Impérial is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance that has become one of the most reviewed scents in Creed's lineup. Its standout fresh/citrus-marine composition is often praised for capturing an 'old money' seaside feel. The scent opens with Sicilian lemon, bergamot, and mandarin orange, creating a bright, zesty atmosphere that transitions into sea salt, iris, and woody notes. However, it has also garnered criticism for its weak sillage, requiring heavy application to fully appreciate its nuances.
Due to its weak sillage, apply Millésime Impérial generously for maximum impact. The scent blooms on skin over time, so two or three sprays will ensure that it lasts throughout the day without fading too quickly.
Fig. 01 — Millésime Impérial, Creed
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Olivier Creed
The dynasty continuesOlivier Creed is the sixth-generation master perfumer of the House of Creed, the legendary Parisian fragrance house founded in 1760.
“Every generation feels fortunate to have this particular skill, the skill of comprehending and practicing the art and science of making fragrance. It is an innate ability.”
Olivier Creed · CaFleureBon, June 2010
Co-created with Pierre Bourdon
Designer Creed
More from the house · founded 1760 · United Kingdom
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The originalMillésime ImpérialCreed · Luxury · $250+Dolce&Gabbana · 2015Light Blue Swimming in LipariShares 4 of its 7 notes$40–100★ 4.00 (311)41%Match
Carolina Herrera · 2013212 SummerShares 4 of its 10 notes$100–250★ 3.81 (97)44%Match
Zara · 2015Zara Made To FitShares Sea notes, Musk and Woody notesunder $40★ 4.28 (43)47%Match
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