CitrusesOpens with
BasilHeart
MuskDries down to
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Royal Water
A crisp walk through a well-tended garden in early autumn, where the freshness of citrus and herbs meets the subtle warmth of spices.
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Royal WaterLuxury · $250+
45%Similar accords, often for lessFerragamo Bright Leather · Salvatore FerragamoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Royal Water by Creed, launched in 1997 and crafted by Olivier Creed, is a citrus aromatic fragrance that captures the essence of fresh, crisp elegance. The composition opens with bright citruses like bergamot and mandarin orange, which mingle seamlessly with herbal notes such as vervain and basil. This refreshing blend leads to a heart of allspice and cumin, adding a subtle warmth and complexity. It settles into a base of musk and cedarwood, creating a grounding effect that keeps the scent from feeling too light or fleeting.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points for an even spread. The citrus opening is bright but fades within an hour, so it’s best worn during the day when you want a fresh, invigorating scent.
Fig. 01 — Royal Water, 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
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L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2003Mure et Musc CologneShares 4 of its 8 notes$100–250★ 3.70 (192)49%Match
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Adds woody, rose and camphor; shares two accords.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 12%.