Champion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2009 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Elaborate
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper divisive marvel. You'll either get those lovely, relaxing, soapy oud vibes or be utterly floored by a massive, strong, and woody musk. It's a champion, alright, but not for everyone.
This one is a total love-it-or-hate-it affair, a genuinely divisive beast of a perfume. Elaborate is not for fainthearted, with its challenging, almost aggressive animalic leather profile that screams for attention instead of politely asking.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 10% | 19% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 15% | 9% |
| Warm | 5% | 9% |
| Woody | 5% | 7% |
| Earthy | 0% | 13% |
| Animalic | 75% | 63% |
| Fresh | 15% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its potent projection and strong character make it a bit much for the office but could work for casual settings or dates, especially if you want to make an impression. The heavy musk and oud might feel out of place at formal events or during sports.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
With its enormous sillage and longevity, Elaborate is far too intense for office or casual wear where it could be overpowering. Its bold, luxurious character makes it more fitting for formal events or a statement-making date, but even then, apply sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Animalic, Powdery accords and Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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