So Elixir Purple EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
China Affair EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
So Elixir Purple is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. For some it's a mysterious, fruity-woody marvel, for others, an artificial grape nightmare. You'll either adore its dark charm or find it overwhelming and headache-inducing.
If Coromandel is out of budget, this 'inspired by' scent offers a similar vibe without breaking the bank. It's divisive, with some finding it a dead ringer, others detecting weaker performance or a 'stale' note.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting, dark oriental-woody profile make it too strong for most offices, but perfect for date nights and formal evening events where its seductive nature can shine. Casual wear is acceptable due to its perceived sweetness, especially in cooler weather, but it's entirely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and amber-woody character make it suitable for office wear, especially if applied lightly, as mentioned by some reviewers. The sensual dry down with white chocolate and incense makes it ideal for dates and evening events, while its comforting warmth suits casual wear. It's definitely not a gym scent.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, amber, warm spicy
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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