Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum bottle Paris – Paris
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2022 Year 2010
££ Price Tier ££
So Elixir Eau de Toilette bottle So Elixir

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Our Verdict - Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum
This is a divisive rose. You'll either get a sparkling, sophisticated floral with surprising longevity for an EDT, or a sour, overly mature patchouli bomb destined for the bin. Don't let the 'light pink' juice fool you - it's got an edge.
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Our Verdict - So Elixir Eau de Toilette
This EDT is a surprisingly refined, peppery patchouli scent. It's often compared to more expensive French classics but offers a lighter, more wearable experience for everyday elegance without breaking the bank. A well-liked alternative, even if it's sadly discontinued.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19% 17%
Floral 31% 35%
Fruity 3% 4%
Green 2% 4%
Sweet 15% 23%
Warm 7% 11%
Woody 15% 9%
Earthy 28% 18%
Animalic 1% 3%
Fresh 16% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Paris – Paris EdP
So Elixir EdT

Notes

Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum
So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 36% vs 42%
Only in Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum
Citrus 35% Lemon 29%
Only in So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Bergamot 58%
Shared Notes
Rose 100% vs 44%
Only in So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Jasmine 56%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 100% vs 61%
Only in So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Tonka Bean 39%

Accords

Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum So Elixir Eau de Toilette
100%
Rose
65%
80%
Patchouli
100%
91%
Citrus
88%
60%
Woody
78%
55%
Warm Spicy
73%
Aromatic
58%
Vanilla
58%
50%
Earthy
58%
52%
Fresh
50%
Floral
45%
Balsamic
Rose shared
100%
65%
Patchouli shared
80%
100%
Citrus shared
91%
88%
Woody shared
60%
78%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
73%
58%
58%
Earthy shared
50%
58%
52%
50%
45%

Performance

Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean character makes it ideal for office and casual wear, projecting an elegant yet inoffensive aura. While some find it too strong for formal events, its surprising longevity for an EDT means it can transition well from day to evening.

So Elixir Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its lighter, more subtle profile compared to the EDP makes it very versatile, fitting for everyday wear and casual settings. While classy enough for dates and some formal events, its patchouli-forward nature might be a bit much for very formal or sporty occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Citrus, Patchouli accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Paris – Paris Eau de Parfum
So Elixir Eau de Toilette
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