Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum bottle Eau Capitale
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2019 Year 2010
££ Price Tier ££
So Elixir Eau de Toilette bottle So Elixir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum
This one's a modern classic: a vibrant chypre rose with a clean, earthy patchouli that somehow manages to be both elegant and edgy. It's a universal compliment-getter, proving that sometimes, simple really is better.
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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.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14% 17%
Floral 35% 35%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 15% 23%
Warm 11% 11%
Woody 15% 9%
Earthy 28% 18%
Animalic 1% 3%
Fresh 12% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Eau Capitale EdP
So Elixir EdT

Notes

Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum
So Elixir Eau de Toilette
Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 54% vs 42%
Bergamot 45% vs 57%
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

Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum So Elixir Eau de Toilette
100%
Rose
65%
88%
Patchouli
100%
57%
Citrus
88%
67%
Woody
78%
58%
Warm Spicy
73%
Aromatic
58%
Vanilla
58%
52%
Earthy
58%
54%
Floral
47%
Balsamic
Rose shared
100%
65%
Patchouli shared
88%
100%
Citrus shared
57%
88%
Woody shared
67%
78%
Warm Spicy shared
58%
73%
58%
58%
Earthy shared
52%
58%
54%
47%

Performance

Eau Capitale 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

Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its elegant yet clean profile, coupled with strong performance and consistent compliment-getting, makes it versatile for most non-sporting occasions. It's sophisticated enough for formal events or date nights, yet subtle enough for the office if applied lightly. Many reviews praise its office appropriateness.

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
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
94%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum
So Elixir Eau de Toilette
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