Devin Eau de Parfum bottle Devin
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1977 Year 2017
£ Price Tier ££
Essencial Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Essencial Elixir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Devin
Divisive and unapologetically vintage, Aramis Devin is either a 'masterpiece from the 70s' or 'stinky' and 'awful' as per the community consensus. It's a raw, animalic green chypre that demands a bold wearer, and certainly isn't for those who prefer modern, sweet fragrances. Try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - Essencial Elixir
This Brazilian gem is a darker, boozier take on CH Men Prive, delivering a smoother, more sophisticated, and frankly, better blended experience. It's a proper grown-up scent, perfect for making a statement without shouting. Top marks for luxury on a budget.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 9%
Floral 13% 13%
Fruity 2% 3%
Green 16% 12%
Sweet 13% 15%
Warm 18% 18%
Woody 15% 16%
Earthy 15% 13%
Animalic 10% 12%
Fresh 19% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Devin EdP
Essencial Elixir EdP

Notes

Accords

Devin Essencial Elixir
100%
Aromatic
77%
90%
Woody
100%
66%
Warm Spicy
87%
69%
Green
55%
Leather
69%
60%
Fresh Spicy
62%
61%
Citrus
52%
Powdery
60%
Vanilla
58%
58%
Amber
49%
56%
Aldehydic
54%
Herbal
Animalic
52%
Aromatic shared
100%
77%
Woody shared
90%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
66%
87%
69%
Leather shared
55%
69%
Fresh Spicy shared
60%
62%
Citrus shared
61%
52%
60%
58%
Amber shared
58%
49%
56%
54%
52%

Performance

Devin Essencial Elixir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Devin

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Devin's strong, old-school profile and often intense projection make it less suitable for office or sport. It shines in casual settings where its unique masculine character can be appreciated, and can be intriguing for a date or a statement in formal events, provided it's applied sparingly.

Essencial Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and prominent boozy-leather accords make it less suitable for office wear, but its elegant and warm profile is perfect for dates, evening events, and formal gatherings. The powerful projection can be invasive in close quarters, while its complex depth is wasted on casual sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
87%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Leather notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Devin
Essencial Elixir
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