Short answer: Wild Apollo is our Extrait de Parfum take on Creed Wild Vetiver. It costs from £14.99 for a 5ml sample up to £44.95 for 50ml, compared with about £220 for 50ml (the 100ml is priced higher) for the original. Shop Wild Apollo →
- Smells like: a crisp, green vetiver with a sparkle of citrus and a soft rose heart
- Best for: daytime, office and warm-weather wear
- Honest note: inspired by, not an exact clone.
Creed Wild Vetiver is the house's modern take on vetiver: fresh, woody and polished without feeling old-fashioned. It has built a loyal following among people who want a clean, confident signature scent, but at around £220 for a 50ml bottle it is a serious spend for something many people want to wear daily.
What does Wild Vetiver actually smell like?
- Top: Timur berry, bergamot, pink pepper
- Heart: Rose centifolia, geranium
- Base: Vetiver, amberwood, cedarwood
On skin, Wild Vetiver opens bright and slightly peppery, then settles into a green, earthy vetiver supported by a gentle floral heart. The dry-down is woody and clean rather than sweet. It reads as smart, natural and easy to wear in almost any setting. Note lists vary a little between sources, so treat this as a guide rather than a recipe.
Why people look for a Wild Vetiver dupe
Vetiver fragrances are some of the most wearable on the market, which is exactly why people burn through them quickly. Spending £220 on a bottle you will use every week adds up, so many shoppers look for a similar style at a friendlier price. A 5ml sample at £14.99 also lets you test the style first, which is far less risky than blind-buying a luxury bottle. If you like the green side of Creed, our Green Irish Tweed dupe guide is worth a look too.
Wild Vetiver vs Wild Apollo at a glance
| Wild Vetiver | Wild Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | about £220 for 50ml (the 100ml is priced higher) | £14.99 (5ml) to £44.95 (50ml) |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Style | Fresh, green, woody vetiver | Fresh, green, woody vetiver, in Extrait strength |
| Sizes | 50ml, 100ml | 5ml, 15ml, 30ml, 50ml |
Introducing Wild Apollo - Insp by Creed Wild Vetiver
Wild Apollo is our own composition inspired by the fresh vetiver family that Wild Vetiver sits in. It comes in a 5ml sample at £14.99, a 15ml at £19.99, a 30ml at £34.99 and a 50ml at £44.95. As an Extrait de Parfum it carries a higher concentration of fragrance oils than a typical eau de parfum, which generally means a richer, longer-lasting wear from fewer sprays.
Being upfront about the comparison
Wild Apollo is inspired by Wild Vetiver, not an exact clone or replica. You may notice differences in the opening, the balance of rose and citrus, or how the vetiver develops over several hours. Creed uses its own ingredients and process, and ours is a different formula. If you want the exact original, only the original will do. If you want the same fresh, green, woody mood for much less, this is a sensible place to start.
Longevity and projection
Extrait concentrations typically give good staying power, and most people can expect several hours of wear, with sillage that is noticeable but polite in the first couple of hours before settling closer to the skin. Skin type, weather and how you apply it all make a difference. Spraying on pulse points and moisturised skin helps any fragrance last longer.
The verdict
If Creed Wild Vetiver is on your wish list but £220 feels steep, Wild Apollo is a low-risk way to enjoy the same fresh vetiver style. Start with the £14.99 sample, wear it for a few days, and upsize if it suits you. Just go in knowing it is an inspired-by scent, not a copy.
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Creed and Wild Vetiver are trademarks of their respective owners. D&E Fragrances is not affiliated with or endorsed by Creed. Wild Apollo is its own original composition, inspired by the fragrance family.