Creed Himalaya Eau de Parfum 50ml is a clean, modern men's woody-citrus inspired by Olivier Creed's Tibetan mountain-climbing expeditions. Launched in 2002 by Olivier and his son Erwin Creed, the composition pairs a sparkling citrus opening with a warmly spiced woody heart and a soft amber-musk base — designed to evoke the cool, crisp clarity of Himalayan air.
About Creed
The House of Creed dates back to 1760, originally as a London tailor before relocating to Paris and supplying perfumes to royal clients including Empress Eugénie and Napoleon III. Today, Creed remains one of the most prestigious heritage perfumeries in the world, family-owned for seven generations and best known for the cult Aventus (2010). Himalaya sits as one of the line's most polished men's signatures.
Fragrance notes
- Top: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Mandarin
- Heart: Pink Berries, Nutmeg, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Pepper
- Base: Ambergris, Musk, Tonka Bean
Olfactory family: Woody Aromatic / Citrus | Launched: 2002 | Perfumers: Olivier Creed, Erwin Creed
The story behind Himalaya
Olivier Creed conceived Himalaya after his Tibetan mountain expeditions, drawing on the imagined olfactory atmosphere of high-altitude air — bright citrus on cold rock, herbal-woody notes from the slopes, and a warm amber-musk close that suggests skin warmed by sun. The metallic-finish bottle echoes a mountaineer's canteen and the icy reflective surface of mountain rocks, distinguishing it from Creed's classical glass flacons.
Who it's for
Himalaya suits men drawn to clean, woody-citrus men's fragrances with a slightly mineral character — wearers of fragrances like Tom Ford Grey Vetiver, Hermès Terre d'Hermès, or Bvlgari Man Wood Essence, who appreciate prestige perfumery. Versatile across spring, autumn and cooler summer days; works in office, dinner and evening contexts.
How to wear it
- Spray onto pulse points — chest, sides of the neck, inside of the wrists — from around 15cm.
- Two to three sprays for daytime; build up gently for longer evening wear.
- Apply over an unscented body lotion to extend longevity, particularly on dry skin.
Specifications
- Size: 50ml
- Concentration: Eau de Parfum
- Gender: Men
- Brand: Creed
- Year: 2002
- Perfumers: Olivier Creed, Erwin Creed
