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Yardley Gentleman Elite Eau de Parfum bottle Yardley Gentleman Elite EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2018 Year 2013
£ Price Tier ££££
Chelsea Eau de Parfum bottle Chelsea EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Yardley Gentleman Elite EDP
Divisive, bordering on infamous, for its inconsistent performance and quality. Some call it an old man's cheap shower gel, others a signature scent that garnered more compliments than anything else in their collection. Go figure.
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Our Verdict - Chelsea EDP
Chelsea is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. This isn't for the faint of heart - expect a full-on, intense, and at times harsh, woody-oud experience that’s either a masterpiece or 'burnt something'. Definitely one to sample before you splash the cash.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Yardley Gentleman Elite EDP
Chelsea EDP

Notes

Only in Yardley Gentleman Elite
Pine 56% Vetiver 44%
Shared Notes
Amber 35% vs 28%
Patchouli 35% vs 34%
Only in Yardley Gentleman Elite
Sandalwood 29%
Only in Chelsea
Mahogany 37%

Accords

Yardley Gentleman Elite Chelsea
100%
Woody
100%
77%
Aromatic
69%
Oud
65%
50%
Earthy
64%
63%
Citrus
50%
Amber
50%
Patchouli
48%
44%
Warm Spicy
48%
47%
Conifer
46%
Green
Fruity
46%
45%
Balsamic
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
77%
69%
Oud
65%
Earthy shared
50%
64%
63%
50%
Patchouli shared
50%
48%
Warm Spicy shared
44%
48%
47%
46%
46%
45%

Performance

Yardley Gentleman Elite Chelsea
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Yardley Gentleman Elite

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its generally weak projection and longevity make it ideal for casual wear or the gym; it's clean and inoffensive. For office and formal events, it's a bit too understated to make an impact unless heavily oversprayed, which is fine given its low price point.

Chelsea

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent, 'industrially strong' projection and intense oud profile make it too overwhelming for an office setting. However, its unique and alluring nature makes it well-suited for a bold statement on a date or formal evening, while being a bit much for casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
81%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, patchouli

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Yardley Gentleman Elite EDP
Chelsea EDP
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