Emeraude Eau de Parfum vs Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Emeraude

Edp	Concentration	Other
U	Gender	U
1921	Year	2015
£	Price Tier	££

Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Emeraude Eau de Parfum

A legendary scent, Emeraude is a classic for a reason - often compared to Shalimar but with its own distinct charm. Sadly, modern formulations struggle to capture the magic of the originals, leading to a love-hate divide.

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Our Verdict - Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

A surprisingly warm and creamy take on citrus, perfect for those who find typical zesty freshies too sharp. However, be warned: its beauty is fleeting, so carry an atomizer.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	28%	22%
Floral	24%	31%
Fruity	4%	6%
Green	3%	7%
Sweet	26%	27%
Warm	8%	9%
Woody	15%	13%
Earthy	7%	7%
Animalic	4%	8%
Fresh	15%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Emeraude EdP

Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Notes

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 42% Lemon 34% Orange 24%

Only in Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Mandarin 50% Petitgrain 50%

Shared Notes

Ylang-Ylang 26% vs 59%

Jasmine 23% vs 40%

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Rosewood 30% Rose 21%

Shared Notes

Amber 16% vs 30%

Sandalwood 15% vs 32%

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Opoponax 19% Benzoin 19% Vanilla 18% Patchouli 13%

Only in Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Myrrh 36%

Accords

Emeraude Eau de Parfum Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

100%

Amber

70%

81%

Citrus

100%

82%

Woody

70%

Balsamic

47%

64%

Vanilla

61%

Sweet

57%

Yellow Floral

61%

58%

Warm Spicy

48%

White Floral

57%

44%

Aromatic

55%

Green

52%

Powdery

Amber shared

100%

70%

Citrus shared

81%

100%

Woody shared

82%

70%

Balsamic shared

70%

47%

Vanilla

64%

Sweet shared

61%

57%

Yellow Floral

61%

Warm Spicy shared

58%

48%

White Floral

57%

Aromatic shared

44%

55%

Green

52%

Powdery

52%

Performance

Emeraude Eau de Parfum Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its rich, resinous amber and powdery accords lean towards more intimate or formal settings. While modern versions might be lighter, vintage bottles have a significant presence, making them less suitable for casual or office wear.

Elle L'aime Édition d’Été

Seasons

Best For:

Summer

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Given its delicate nature and poor longevity, this perfume is perfectly suited for casual wear or an office environment where a gentle skin scent is appreciated. It's too subtle for formal events, and offers moderate appeal for dates, but it's not a strong performer for sport.