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Millésime Impérial
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Creed Millésime Impérial is a woody musk floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1995, this composition was created by Olivier Creed and Pierre Bourdon. The top notes evoke sea salt and fruity accords; the heart reveals Sicilian lemon, bergamot, iris, and mandarin; while the base settles on a foundation of marine notes, musk, and woody accords.
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Sea Salt
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Corazón
Sicilian Lemon (Sicilian Lime)
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Base
marine notes
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- Positivo 83%
- Negativo 9.5%
- Neutral 7.8%
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This winter I tried a 2.5ml sample and didn’t like it; today I used the rest, and my impressions are the same. At first, it smells of watery pear and salt, overlapped, with dampness reminiscent of mold. This initial phase lasts a short while, and a light, feminine, fruity flower appears (I think iris). After half an hour, I notice the house’s musky base, with a hint of wood, perhaps sandalwood and something that reminds me of fig leaf. On me, it smells ambiguous and bland; I don’t understand its intention. The good parts can be found in other perfumes from the house, more defined, marine, fruity, and unisex. Regarding longevity, I can’t comment because I couldn’t apply enough quantity.
Millésime Imperial has a beautiful composition. It starts very fruity, thanks to the quality of the ingredients; it’s hard to distinguish notes, but it smells like watermelon. Then a salty and aquatic nuance enters, key in 90s men’s perfumery. A year later, Alberto Morillas brought it to the mainstream with Acqua di Gio, an adaptation, not a clone, that marked the reign of aquatic scents. The fruity-salty-marine mantra fades into a floral musk, the most feminine moment. The end is nice, soft, and delicate like the sun. I have mixed feelings: I appreciate the idea and the quality, but the performance is poor. I accept that a complex perfume might have little sillage if it lasts long, but at this price, it’s unacceptable that it ends in 3-4 hours. Only a useless musky trace remains. It’s a serious handicap.
Use it when it’s hot, and people will thank you. It’s made for warm climates; in the cold, it doesn’t show its magic. In suitable weather, it smells incredible. The opening notes are the best I’ve tried. At 2 hours, it becomes fruitier and saltier, less citrusy. At the end (10-12 hours), the fruit disappears, leaving only a rich salt and musk scent. Scent: 10, Longevity: 10, Projection: Intimate (small bubble), Compliments: 10. Women my age (20s) are fascinated by it. Try it in the heat and tell me what you think.
Without a doubt, it’s my star fragrance from Creed, alongside Aventus. Ideal for summer, versatile, and goes with everything. There are clones, but nothing comes close to its quality. It’s citrusy, fresh, and marine; it transports me to the beach with waves, sand, and sun, mixed with delicious fruits and a wood that elevates it. Is it worth it? Absolutely! It’s my favorite niche for the heat alongside Amouage Ciel. Scent: 10/10, Versatility: 8.5/10, Longevity: 8/10, Quality: 10/10, Projection: 7/10, Price: 7/10. Average: 8.5/10.
Should you buy it? Yes, it’s worth it! It smells super natural, fruity, and with that sea touch you love. It’s one of my favorites because when I’m stressed, I put it on and it relaxes me instantly.
My friend Bofifa offered me a try of this Millésime Impérial by Creed. An elegant, classy, and natural proposal, unfortunately with longevity and projection not up to the cost and hype of this house. It’s true that a salty note is clearly perceived, adding something different; the olfactory illusion is that there’s also fennel. Sincerely, I don’t know if the price is appropriate; personally, I’d be more inclined to spend it on a couple of vintage fragrances that have captured me, but it’s a matter of taste. It’s the second perfume I’ve tried from this maison, and I haven’t felt the spark or the right attraction. Undoubtedly, it oozes charm, but it doesn’t excite me.
I bought my first bottle of Millésime Impérial at a garage sale on the US East Coast; the lady asked for $35 for more than half a 75ml bottle, and I offered $28… the rest is history. Millésime Impérial has returned to my collection with all the historical implications this scent brings to my life, reminding me of my time as a poor grad student in Rochester. Millésime Impérial is a classy, wonderful perfume without being a work of art, and frankly, I believe it’s the best proposal for heat and temperate climates that the house offers, omitting only Erolfa which I haven’t tried yet. From my nose, it has three phases: the first is a vigorous opening, citrusy in a non-traditional sense, with a fruity halo touched by floral salts similar to spa exfoliants. In full drydown, it’s a light fruity-woody blend, pleasant, with refined citrus edges. Although unisex, I feel it’s masculine; it’s a very safe fragrance for the day, in the heat, even by personal experience in the cold. In the drydown and towards its end, there’s a wood touched by citrus oils, simple and harmonious, when it expresses its masculinity most on my skin. I thank the cosmos that Millésime was my gateway to this brand that is debated between lovers and haters. Something that matters little when a perfume has made history in your life.
My favorite fragrance from this house; I love the scent that evokes the tropical and Mediterranean. The sea salt and marine notes are placed exactly right. The fruity notes are sweet, but I can’t perceive those fruits as much; the woods stand out in the middle phase and last a full 10 hours comfortably. Its trail is savory, and ladies love it—highly recommended and very versatile. Longevity: 10/10 Versatility: 9.5/10 Projection: 8.5/10 Sillage: 9/10 Scent: 10/10 TOTAL: 9.5/10 One of my favorites for summer.
I detect leftovers of Carolina Herrera’s Chic for Men, especially the fruity part.
A perfect example of that comment I read on this site about the ‘niche boom’ targeting naive and ‘wannabe’ audiences. Smells like very diluted, artificial strawberries with a muted citrus touch. They add a marine/salty note that doesn’t quite reach salt, remaining very undefined. It’s not bad, but it stands for nothing. Lasts about 2 hours, except for the lingering scent of cheap synthetic white musk, like Nautica Blue, which sticks around longer. On the Creed website, they ask for 230GBP for 100ml… In short, another joke from this house, perhaps not as grotesque as Viking, which is a real rip-off. A brand claiming to exist since 1781 but having no bottle prior to the 60s-70s. I don’t know if the owner drives a Ferrari here, but I imagine he does, just like the German kid. As another said: ‘naive’ and possibly the most ‘wannabe’ brand on the market.
It’s the same as Sean John’s Unforgivable, which costs around $35. It’s not worth spending that much on this Creed; the only attractive thing is the bottle’s current gold color.
I’m trying this fragrance today since I bought it for its notes, and for now, there’s no doubt that the house Creed is like 80s musicians: it doesn’t matter if they aren’t releasing the hit of the moment today, but what they have in their catalog will stand the test of time. Creed has magic; it adds class and elegance. When you wear this or another from the house, it’s like sitting at the table where everyone else is seated, but you’re at the top. It’s that simple! Exquisite, summery, noble, and yet powerful. The longevity is very good, and it doesn’t need to project far because when it creates its halo, that’s the best part to feel its notes, and on the skin, it’s a beauty.
Look, in this world, everyone deceives themselves and squanders their money however they want. Does it smell good? Yes, but nothing spectacular. Is it worth paying $300? Of course not, nothing more to say.
For $211, is this fragrance worth it?
Personally, it’s neither citrus nor aquatic; I sensed it more herbal, like freshly cut grass in a carrot patch. It’s fresh. It has that original touch that many lack; it’s not an overused aroma. The only downside is the maximum 1:30 longevity on the skin and the price. Scent: 8 Longevity: 6 Sillage: 6 Quality: 8 Price: 7
I was very curious to smell it because the notes are exactly what I crave for this summer. I went to El Corte Inglés where I know they stock it, and I sprayed it twice, yet I could barely smell anything; it left a residual scent, right on the skin, as if I’d been wearing it for eight hours already. I tested Silver Mountain Water, and that one I could actually smell, so my nose wasn’t the issue. I don’t know if the tester is defective or if the perfume is just like this. Has anyone had a similar experience?
Of course, perfumery is personal… For me, Creed’s Millesime Imperial is my favorite if we focus solely on the scent and ignore longevity or sillage. I have a large niche collection with perfumes I adore; among Creeds, I own Aventus, Aventus Cologne, VIW… Yet, I go to my closet every day to smell this and spray it, even if just a little. It’s become a very special scent to me. I’m one of those who believes a perfume must last, and this one doesn’t last long nor does it make much of a presence. In the existential journey of finding the perfect perfume, you suddenly find something that, even if it’s not exactly what you were looking for, makes you feel special and captivates you. You don’t want to let it go. It would be my signature if not for the price (understandable given the quality) and the longevity; it hurts to have to reapply as if there’s no tomorrow. I wish it lasted longer; if it did, I’d sell part of my collection and buy only this. I’m tired of people speaking as if it’s divine word on whether something is worth it or not. If you think that, great, but now respect others who have their own criteria. Is it worth it? Try it, ask yourself what you’re looking for, don’t let others guide you, and decide for yourself. If you need a heavy, loud sillage, this isn’t it, but if you want an intimate, beautiful cologne at a fair price, aware that it lasts a mere whisper, then for me, it’s worth it. By the way, I also own Milestone, and if you smell them side by side, you’ll notice they share the same concept but have different endings. If you like Millesime Imperial, it’s fine to have it for daily wear.
Just tried it and it wasn’t what I expected. From the first spray to three hours later, it smells sweet and fruity with a musky base (like the dominant fruit in a cocktail) and a touch of iris. I feel it’s unisex due to the sweetness. Usable in spring/fall without extreme temperatures. It’s not a bad fragrance; you can tell the quality, but I found it very linear with noticeable sillage when moving (at the office) and not very attractive given the price, plus I’m not a fan of unisex scents.
Second Creed perfume I absolutely love; with this brand, I either love them or hate them. Smells like a breeze with sweet citrus juice. I have a decant of Bois 1920’s Insieme and it’s very similar. Based on what I’ve read about its sillage and longevity, I think that one is worth buying more.
If they sprayed it on a hanger without telling me it’s Creed, I’d swear it’s a basic, aquatic supermarket EDT: very light, no evolution, no projection, no presence… honestly, disappointing. A very expensive miss. Longevity: 5/10 Sillage: 4/10 Projection: 3/10
It’s a scent that fell in love with me the first moment I heard it. Creed is known for the quality of its ingredients when creating a fragrance. The first spray smells heavily of alcohol; after a few seconds, you feel the first aroma; very fruity, with some iris and mandarin as the most prominent notes. After applying it to skin and clothes, you have to wait a few minutes for it to develop its notes and reach good potency. After an hour or more, the trail increases, and you can feel all the heart and base notes. At this time, it’s at its best. It’s a charming and easy-to-like scent; I recommend using 6 to 8 sprays between skin and clothes. It’s important to remember that it’s a Creed fragrance, and few know what it means when you wear one. It costs $470 on the website, which is quite expensive, but if you can afford it, it won’t be missing from your collection; besides, it’s very versatile and suitable for different occasions.
I’ve tried quite a few Creeds, and besides Aventus, this Millesime Imperial is one of my favorites for summer. It performs well on me and I’ve received some compliments wearing it. It smells like summer.
Smells like the Italian coast, being on a yacht in the Sicilian sea eating fruit while the sea breeze blows on you.
One of Creed’s most niche perfumes due to exclusivity and creativity. Fresh, citrusy, and aquatic. The dry citrus opening features iris doing its job so they aren’t juicy. Uncommon, strange, and hard to categorize, but like a good Creed, after several sniffs, it captures you. Smells like rocks with salty waves crashing, dry woods, and dried citrus: fresh but with body and elegance. Many won’t like it at first because it’s so strange, and humans need to give things form; it takes time. But it ends up conquering you with its character. It’s not hard to like, just hard to understand. A fantastic Creed perfume for spring and summer, day and night, office, casual, or formal. Perhaps its cleanliness and personality make it less suitable for a date, but it will definitely leave an olfactory mark. Moderate longevity, about 3/4 hours on skin, medium projection. A classic that evokes another time when elegance and beauty went hand in hand.
Millesime Imperial is Creed’s Tygar, and I’m surprised no one has said this yet. I use Tygar in summer as a signature, and after trying this, I wouldn’t mind alternating them or switching. Tygar is becoming mainstream due to dupes and YouTubers, but here you have a perfect substitute without losing Bulgari’s gem: realistic, refreshing, with intense blue brightness and a luxurious dry-down in fine woods and minerals. It has the same performance as Tygar, though Millesime seems to fall short on longevity (about 2 hours), but what a scent! It’s equally a winner for women, by far. Send them to therapy. Scent uniqueness 5/5, longevity 2/5, sillage 4/5, versatility 5/5, presentation 5/5, value 5/5. Office and party appropriate. Summer use. Adult range. Unisex. Medium atomization. In short: ‘Creed’s Tygar’. Occasion: Summer by the coast. Alternative: Tygar. Blind buy: Yes. Total 4/5.
I hate that there are people who don’t understand perfume! I love it; it’s like Acqua di Gio but for summer, rich sunshine and all. Out of the ten women who tried it, they all loved it very much. Everyone praises Acqua di Gio, but this one is better; it’s like a bottle in the sea. It’s expensive, yes, but brutal and amazing.
What a disappointment. Supposedly an ultra-fine, exquisite perfume, but upon applying it to my skin, I barely notice anything. The longevity is minimal and the projection is non-existent. The scent reminds me of a supermarket cologne. Maybe it’s the cold, humid winter or my olfactory buds, but it just doesn’t work.
Creed Millesime Imperial: Forget the technical jargon, it smells incredible: fresh, light, and refined. It marks territory effortlessly and works in any climate, always pleasant. It’s a pure signature for those seeking a polished, refined image. Yes, it’s niche and expensive, but it performs well; there are inspired dupes if you want the style without spending as much. Aristocratic, historic, yet very versatile—a modern classic that works anywhere. Scent: 10. Projection: medium, about 2 hours. Longevity: 5-6 hours. Recommended.
It’s great that every nose is different; some love it, others find it just okay. For me, this makes me feel happy, motivated, and confident—I can’t stop smelling it. I wish everyone felt the same, but everyone experiences it differently. For me, it’s a beast: salty and fruity opening, sweet but soft, with citrus notes that blend perfectly with musk and wood, leaving a fine, incredibly elegant trail. It’s incredible and my favorite. I think it works all year; I tested it in the heat and believe it has potential in the cold too; I’ll give it a try.
I’ve been wearing it for months. Created by Pierre Bourdon (who only signs Creed’s new fragrances), this is the first Acqua Di Gio, with a pyramid almost identical to the original: citrus, fruits, marine notes, white musk, and woods. Out of everything I’ve tried from Creed, this is undoubtedly the weakest, even though the bottle looks cheap. My advice: use it sparingly so the liquid opens up over the months. It’s an excellent perfume for this summer; I’ll wear it alongside Aventus and GIT. Edit: In retrospect, it’s one of Creed’s worst—a brand with a poor quality-to-price ratio and packaging that feels insulting.
Tested multiple times on skin and it’s drying. Lasts about 6 hours on clothes and 2 hours on skin but projects nothing unless you empty the bottle on yourself. If it were a perfume from Mercadona, it would be acceptable, but €295 for this? What a rip-off!
Creed is abusing their reformulations these days; you spray it 20 times and your wife doesn’t even notice it after 40 minutes 🤦🏻♂️. I hope this house breaks under corrupt executives and abusers; it’s too expensive for the trash they offer.
Fresh, delicious, elegant, but lasts less than a breath.
The British house’s marine scent, extremely posh and ridiculously expensive Creed Aventus. Today it’s a more solid salty aquatic accord, fitting the modern perfumery scene just like the Fuencarral metro railing. Pillarsela is another demonstration of economic power, mega-bourgeois. If you don’t like it or can’t easily find the Armaf clone, the CH Aventus is very similar and lasts longer on my skin.
Short Luxury: Let’s be honest, Creed’s Millésime Impérial is expensive, doesn’t last long, and projects very little. That’s the big ‘catch’ of this fragrance. Now, the truth hurts: the scent is simply delicious. It’s the definition of cleanliness and tidiness. The opening is a vibrant citrus blast that quickly settles into a soapy luxury vibe. Then a subtle fruity sweetness appears (very timid) to prevent it from being just a clean scent. It closes with marine and musk notes, making it super elegant, fresh, and classy. The Secret: since it doesn’t last on skin, I cheated: I applied it to my clothes. Result? Several hours later, when I couldn’t smell it anymore, two colleagues asked me what I was wearing. The compliments saved it! My verdict: don’t lie to yourself, don’t pay full price. Look for a good clone because the scent is a 10/10, but the performance doesn’t justify the price. Rating: 8/10 (just for the compliments).
This is one of the fragrances I’ve considered buying the most; I lost count of how many times I walked past the store and tested it… what a problem, because I liked it… but the catch was always the longevity of a single breath. Until I started researching and the result couldn’t have been better: Rush of Unicorns Intense by Parfums Vintage. I received it recently, and it’s very hard to distinguish from the original, except that it’s a projection and longevity bomb. This isn’t just another clone like the other two I have from them (Nio and L’Humaniste Frapin)… there is quality here for less than half the price, without needing to age the fragrance. Therefore, my advice to everyone like me who longs for this fragrance is to go for this clone without hesitation. Interestingly, this one, which I just realized, is one of the best-rated fragrances on Fragrantica. There must be a reason. I really hope this advice helps… now my problem is moderating sprays without going overboard.
Club de Nuit Milestone is the best dupe of Millésime Imperial and lasts 8 hours on skin.
I hate all the dupes; they copy the opening and ruin the formula just to add longevity. Excellent for office use, it creates a great atmosphere.
My aunt owns this; I thought it was for women since she’s the only person I know who wears it. I simply love the aroma, especially that rich opening. The issue (in my opinion) is the very low longevity and super weak projection… and for the outrageous price. That’s why my aunt kept bothering me when I sprayed it heavily without permission to see if it projected a bit more, hahaha (I was still a kid… and this has been on the market for a while now).
I love it, but given the price, I was shocked to find it smells exactly like Ed Hardy Love & Luck (or vice versa; the Ed Hardy smells similar to this because this one came first). It’s great for hot weather, but the longevity is meh; at this price point, I don’t recommend reapplying. In my case, it was a blind buy that I don’t regret for the scent, but if we talk about price and similarity to Ed Hardy, I could buy several of those for what I paid and still have money left. Please never compare this to Club de Nuit Milestone.