Original Santal
CreedEau de Parfum2005
Side by side
Original Santal vs. Shades
Is Original Santal better than Shades?
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Mood overlap
SandalwoodBergamotMuskGeraniumRosemary
aromaticwoodyfresh spicywarm spicy
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Original Santal and Shades?
| Original Santal | Shades | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2005 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Male |
| Perfumer | Olivier Creed, Erwin Creed, Pierre Bourdon | — |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Original Santal and Shades smell?
Original Santal
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Lavender
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Shades
Woody
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Fruity
Warm Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Original Santal and Shades share?
Top
Juniper BerriesBergamotMandarin OrangeCorianderRosemaryGinger
Violet LeafBergamotPineapplePlumLimeCardamom
Heart
SandalwoodLavenderGeraniumOrange Blossom
RosemaryGeraniumJasmineSage
Base
Tonka BeanMuskCedarwoodOakmoss
Cedar NeedlesSandalwoodAmbergrisWhite MuskPatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
LavenderGeraniumOrange Blossom
GeraniumJasmine
Citric Notes
BergamotMandarin Orange
BergamotLime
Woody Notes
SandalwoodCedarwood
Cedar NeedlesSandalwood
Fruity Notes
Juniper Berries
PineapplePlum
Herbaceous Notes
Rosemary
RosemarySage
Spicy Notes
CorianderGinger
Cardamom
Musk
Musk
White Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Original Santal and Shades work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Original Santal or Shades?
| Original Santal | Shades | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Original Santal and Shades?
This is a Creed fragrance through and through: high-quality materials, impeccable construction, and a price tag that reflects both. It melts into your skin.Original Santal
Here's the thing about Armaf Shades, it's got a fruity character that brings brightness to the opening, paired with an herbal depth from the cardamom and sage in the heart.Shades
The hunt
Where to buy Original Santal and Shades
| Original Santal | Shades | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7 oz | $272.00ecosmetics | — |
| 3.3 oz | $270.19ecosmetics | — |
| Best offer | — | $32.58ecosmetics |
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