Inspired by Royal Oud - Creed(mens 103)

Another interesting take on a Creed fragrance. Royal Oud is infamous for being a well received scent albeit with a misleading name. The focus is more on cedar than oud, and although the oud is there, it's much more on background duty.

In comparison to the original, there is a difference. Foundationally it is the same, and the dry down is perfectly replicated. However, the peppery, spicy opening is absent. Overall, this leaves it not quite having the same depth as Creeds, but it is still more than 80% of the way there.

Without ever affording a bottle of the real one i cannot compare.
However..........
I do like this very much.
Lasts a good amount of time - doesn't project hugely but still happy with the purchase.
A bit luxury soapy , gentlemanly , (almost) barbershoppy, done in a modern way.
Dominant cedar note is present. Good for Autumn and winter and the cooler spring days of late.

Very nice and long lasting