Original Vetiver and Green Irish Tweed are two of the most celebrated summer scents from Creed. Both are quite similar in terms of quality and overall fresh, woody vibe.
However, in some contexts, they are totally different. While Green Irish Tweed offers better longevity, Original Vetiver is more suitable for office use.
So, which one will be the better option for you?
To give you the answer, in this article, I’m going to highlight all the differential facts between these two high-end colognes.
So, let’s jump in!
Clash Of Scents: Creed Original Vetiver Vs Green Irish Tweed
Creed Original Vetiver
Main Notes: Bergamot, Ginger, Mandarin Orange, Haitian Vetiver, Sandalwood, Iris, and Musk
Original Vetiver is one of the finest modern compositions in the world of fragrance. Olivier Creed and Erwin Creed created this masterpiece in 2004 by combining some refined woody, spicy accords.
From top to bottom, this Creed cologne has a grassy, earthy vibe. The sharp, citrusy bergamot-ginger mix starts a charming journey that ends with the warmth of musk.
Here, the dominating Haitian vetiver and powdery iris create such a sensual and mesmerizing aroma that it’s hard to ignore. Overall, its charming and elegant composition is the sole reason behind Original Vetiver’s massive popularity.
And this huge fame led many other perfume houses to launch colognes similar to Creed Original Vetiver.
Green Irish Tweed
Main Notes: Lemon Verbena, Iris, Peppermint, Violet Leaf, Lavender, Ambergris, and Sandalwood
Green Irish Tweed is another vintage yet mass-appealing cologne by Creed. This is a timeless composition by Olivier Creed and Pierre Bourdon and was released in 1985.
This Creed scent evokes the cheerful and charming nature of men. Green Irish Tweed has a bright, citrusy smell mixed with some fresh green notes. The ozonic violet leaf makes the overall aroma more refreshing and pleasant.
I must say, this is one of the most energetic and sexiest scents I’ve smelled till now. Hence, you’ll find numerous Creed Green Irish Tweed clones in the market.
Overall, both Creed fragrances are brilliant on their own. Then, which one should you pick as your next signature scent?
Keep reading, and you’ll get the answer!
Here is my detailed comparison between Creed Original Vetiver and Green Irish Tweed:
Opening
Bergamot and ginger are the two prominent accords that I get at the beginning of Original Vetiver. It smells very zesty and spicy, with a hint of sweetness of orange in the background.
Moreover, OV opens with a strong citrusy aroma enhanced with ginger’s spiciness.
The juicy tone of the orange essence is quite delicate and couldn’t come out properly due to the dominating presence of ginger and bergamot.
When it comes to Green Irish Tweed, it has a clean, lemony fresh aroma with a hint of earthiness in the opening. From early on, it spreads a cheering yet seductive smell.
Here, the luminous blending of green, citrusy lemon verbena with powdery floral iris gives a revitalizing feel. I guess the fuzzy green peppermint undertone makes GIT such an invigorating scent.
In my opinion, Green Irish Tweed is the winner here, as it starts with a pleasant and balanced aroma. Whereas Original Vetiver smells too citrusy and sharp in the opening.
Projection & Longevity
Original Vetiver has moderate projection and sillage. This green, woody aroma will be clearly detectable within the arm-length.
Much like its projection, this fragrance offers average longevity. According to my husband, after having 4-5 sprays in the morning, OV lasted on his skin for about 6-7 hours.
However, Green Irish Tweed excels in this matter. It lasts for over 12 hours on the skin. You can sniff its rich, satisfying dry down on your clothes, even the next day.
Although Green Irish Tweed projects moderately, its sillage is very strong. Wherever you wear this masterpiece, people, even from a 6 ft distance, will be able to notice your charming aura.
So, Green Irish Tweed is the definite winner when it comes to longevity and projection.
Compliment Factor
Green Irish Tweed and Original Vetiver are both sensational and attractive fragrances. I would say both Creed fragrances are capable of grabbing attention and praise.
To test them out, my husband wore both of them on different occasions and weather. And guess what, he was complimented each and every time.
However, after using them so many times, he thinks Green Irish Tweed gets him more compliments. The pure, woody, musky aroma of this cologne makes it the ultimate compliment magnet.
With a prominent musky vetiver aroma, Original Vetiver also attracts many compliments. But it wasn’t as much as he got while wearing Green Irish Tweed.
So, when it comes to getting compliments, I think Green Irish Tweed has the upper hand.
Versatility
Both Green Irish Tweed and Original Vetiver are too fresh and cheerful to wear on cold winter days. But they perform really well when it is summer, spring, or early fall days.
The citrusy, green, woody tone of OV and GIT is perfect for hot and humid temperatures.
Original Vetiver is ideal for any formal meetings or office wear in summer. However, I don’t think it works that great as a casual or daily scent.
Conversely, if you’re planning for pool parties, friendly brunch, or business meetings, Green Irish Tweed will work nicely with all those occasions.
The powdery, clean aroma of this cologne merges perfectly with casual wear and totally works in a classy formal outfit.
Simply put, in terms of weather, both are equally versatile. But when it comes to occasions, Green Irish Tweed shows more versatility than Original Vetiver.
Value For Money
After discussing their features, it’s time to know about the price and value that these two Creed scents offer.
Both Green Irish Tweed and Original Vetiver come in a set of sizes, including 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, and 500ml. Their prices are the same for the two fragrances, which are $345, $470, $755, and $1205, respectively.
As you can see, both OV and GIT are extremely expensive, and this is because of Creed’s high brand value.
Both colognes come with a rich and pleasant composition, but considering their performance, I think they are way overpriced.
So, none of them offer good value for money. Yet, if you are opting for buying one between them, go for Green Irish Tweed. Because, within the same price range, it offers better performance and versatility.
Overall Scent
With a lot of fresh and exciting notes, both of these Creed fragrances unleash a clean and nostalgic summer vibe.
However, Green Irish Tweed is more pleasant and is a symphony of floral and woody accords.
It opens with an invigorating combination of citrusy lemon verbena and powdery sweet iris, perfectly toned down with a subtle hint of spicy peppermint. Gradually, it diverts towards the rich ozonic tone of lavender and violet leaf.
This refreshing, clean vibe persists till the end, where musky ambergris and satisfying sandalwood impart a masculine, woody-earthy tone. The overall aroma is so soothing that it reminds me of lush green countryside on a clean spring day.
Contrary, Original Vetiver has a spicy, tangy opening that eventually turns into a woody, velvety combination of prominent vetiver and flowery iris. You’ll also get a soothing hint of sandalwood in this aromatic core.
This cologne presents its sensuality mainly in the base, where the woodiness is further intensified with musk and ambergris.
Moreover, Green Irish Tweed is a classic cologne that smells fresh, appealing, and enjoyable to me. Whereas Original Vetiver also has a clean and fresh aroma, its soapy texture doesn’t attract me that much.
So, in my opinion, Green Irish Tweed is a clear winner in terms of overall scent.
Final Verdict
When it comes to fresh summer scents, both Green Irish Tweed and Original Vetiver will fall among the best. So, which one should you go for?
As I see it, if you’re looking for an entirely clean and fresh scent that you can use on all kinds of occasions, Green Irish Tweed is the best option. Its delightful masculine aura lasts for a long time and grabs a lot of attention from the ladies.
On the flip side, if you prefer to have a fresh, luxurious aura only for formal use, Original Vetiver is a great choice for you. It will always give you a calming and elegant feel.
I’ve given you all the details about these two immensely popular Creed scents. Now, it’s your turn to pick the one that ticks all your preferences.
And do let me know in the comment which one you finally decided to go with!
