Delphinus
vanilla up front, then almond, settling into powdery.
About
Delphinus by Creed is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Delphinus was launched in 2024. Top notes are Almond, Incense, Pink Pepper and Black Pepper; middle notes are Orris, Heliotrope and Orchid; base notes are Bourbon Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Leather, Amberwood and Patchouli.…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Creed picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Delphinus smell like?
vanilla up front, then almond, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: vanilla, almond, powdery.
What notes are in Delphinus?
Top: Almond, Incense, Pink Pepper, Black Pepper. Heart: Orris, Heliotrope, Orchid. Base: Bourbon Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Leather, Amberwood, Patchouli.
How long does Delphinus last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Delphinus loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Delphinus best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Delphinus?
Night wear leads at 54%. Day is a secondary pick at 46%.
Is Delphinus for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 52% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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