Fragrance Inspired by Creed Original Vetiver — Citrus Meridian
Citrus Meridian is our fragrance inspired by Creed Original Vetiver. Below: the shared accords, the scent-DNA similarity, and an honest take on where it lands versus the original.
"Inspired by" should mean a real interpretation of the original's DNA — not a vague nod. Here is the DNA.
Scent comparison
| Original: Creed Original Vetiver | Citrus Meridian | |
|---|---|---|
| Top notes | Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper | Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper |
| Heart notes | Vetiver, Rose, Geranium | Vetiver, Rose, Geranium |
| Base notes | Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk | Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk |
| Scent family | Refined Vetiver Aromatic | Refined Vetiver Aromatic |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Our price / Original est. retail | — | $80.00 |
Why it matches
Citrus Meridian tracks Creed Original Vetiver through the same olfactory backbone — the shared signature notes are Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Rose. On our 16-facet scent-DNA model the two profiles overlap by about 95%, both sitting in the Refined Vetiver Aromatic family, so it delivers the same opening-to-drydown character at a fraction of the retail price.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Citrus Meridian a good Creed Original Vetiver dupe?
- Yes — Citrus Meridian overlaps Creed Original Vetiver by about 95.1% on our 16-facet scent-DNA model, sharing its core notes (Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper, Vetiver). It's the closest match we carry.
- What does Citrus Meridian smell like?
- It opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper, a heart of Vetiver, Rose, Geranium, drying down to Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk — mirroring the Creed Original Vetiver arc.
- How long does Citrus Meridian last?
- As a EDP, Citrus Meridian gives strong, multi-hour longevity with respectable projection — comparable to what people expect from Creed Original Vetiver.
- How much cheaper is it than Creed Original Vetiver?
- You get a near-identical experience for a fraction of the original's price.
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Arabiva Fragrances · Citrus Meridian. Referenced brand names belong to their owners and are used for descriptive comparison only.