Millesime 1849

-Wednesday, August 21st 830am- First & Foremost - Thanks to Rodney and Louis @ The Creed Boutique in New York for the excellent service and explaining their experience of wearing Creed Millesime 1849. So I received my package from UPS Tuesday morning 8/20/2013, but decided to open it the following day. The excitement began to increase as I shuffled through mounds of Styrofoam balls and various samples of Creed recommendations only to be greeted by a well-secured box layered in bubble wrap of Millesime 1849. "Hooray!" The moment I've been waiting for.... While carefully removing the plastic bubble wrap the idea dawned on me to take a shower first before applying this rare fragrance. After showering, drying-off and getting dressed, here-goes; I applied 2-sprays behind each ear, and 1-spray to the back of the neck. Instantly I said, "Wow, this smells really good." In Millesime 1849, the opening impressions of ylang-ylang, jasmine, vanilla, and a hint of both cedar-and-bergamot are noticeably paired-well making this a wonderful Creed to add to a fragrance collection. In the dry-down this fragrance gets even better because of its multi-faceted quality which Creed is known to offer; The sandalwood, agarwood, patchouli, and musk gather intensity but not a cloying effect such as Original Vetiver(*which is still a good scent too). Also, I sense a hint of ambergris even though its not listed in the notes. For people who are thinking of acquiring m1849, but have not had the opportunity to sniff it, I am reassuring you this can easily be worn during the spring, summer, and fall seasons; also perfect for any time of day. It can be used casually or formal, and may even become a signature-scent if the availability comes about. Overall, I can't imagine why anyone would give this fragrance a thumbs down - NO WAY!! If this ever becomes something Creed decides to release as a permanent scent I would gladly like to own a 2nd bottle. Many people might have thoughts of wondering if M1849 is better than Aventus, Millesime Imperial, or Green Irish Tweed....And to be honest, Its not that kind of party. It's a RARE-SCENT-FOR-NOW, and I envision this standing somewhere along the lines of perhaps a Tom Ford Oud Wood and between Creed Original Vetiver during the dry down phase. I did not say its like those just mentioned, but it could stand in comparison & contrast with those mentioned. Also, few reviewers on Basenotes & Fragrantica say M1849 is a floral cologne; and I can see where people feel this way although if you give this 30-minutes to build a relationship with, this fragrance will capture your appreciation for quality, and you will start getting wafts of different notes that you'll certainly enjoy. Remember, this is only my sole opinion and I grew to appreciate Creed for its quality and variation which I feel many fragrance makers lack. This is not Gucci, Cartier, Polo, or Chanel,.... This is CREED; and Millesime 1849 makes my 5th from this fragrance house that I enjoy (Millesime Imperial, Aventus, Pure White Cologne, Originial Vetiver & Millesime 1849). I look to add others down the line such as royal water, silver mountain water, royal oud, jardin d' amalfi, and maybe even Windsor if I am fortunate enough. Hope this wasn't too long of a review.

Beautiful Fragrance, my new favorite from Creed. Similar to Royal Oud in my opinion , but better in every way ! Fresher, smoother, just a all around man’s Fragrance. Not a younger mans fragrancr either, 30 and up. It’s very sophisticated. I know it’s supposed to be unisex , but I think it’s definitely masculine. I like Viking , but this is everything Viking should’ve been. As for the notes, I’m not good enough to distinguish many notes, but I get the cedar, vanilla, patchouli and maybe a lil oud, but Creed oud , not the real stanky oud. I Love it !

This reminds me of late 90s or early 2000s scent from my moms makeup/lotion bag, which is a very powdery floral and vanilla scent that so beautifully crafted because of how smooth it is. In a way it provides a very calming and soothing nature to it that gives it a very elegant feeling. I can see this scent being very appropriate for an outdoor spring wedding. It is a shame that this is a limited release as it is one of my favorite Creed's fragrances, the whiffs that I get from it is very addicting and pleasant to the senses.

The debate between whether or not this scent is reminiscent of Royal Oud seems to be fierce. To me, the opening is very similar to Royal Oud - if not for the florals, it'd be nigh on indistinguishable. This scent, I believe, is a must have for any die-hard Creed fan. It's gorgeous, and epitomises everything that the House of Creed once stood for. Longevity is good, and sillage is respectable. A beautiful, woodsy fragrance with a lighter air to it compared to scents such as Original Vetiver.

This is not comparable to Royal Oud at all... It is very unique I love it but it is also very rare and hard to find... I had to buy it in a bid 4 times. It has very strong projection and sillage. If I have to choose only 5 perfumes for life time it will be: - Matsukita from Clive Christian - Millesime 1849 from Creed - NOUVEAU MONDE from Louis Vuitton - De La Nuit No 3 from Roja Dove - Overture from Amouage