Imperium Eau de Parfum vs Elysium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Imperium EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2021 | Year | 2017 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Elysium Pour Homme EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a fresh, bright, and clean citrus aromatic that's a crowd-pleaser, delivering great value for money. Performance is an issue for many, so be prepared to respray, but the scent itself is widely adored.
This is a seriously divisive scent. Some see it as the pinnacle of fresh, masculine luxury - a 'blue' fragrance elevated to art. Others scoff at the astronomical price, calling it an overpriced, underperforming clone that's barely distinguishable from mainstream offerings. Love it or hate it, its quality is undeniable, for those who can actually smell it.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for casual and office wear, especially given its lighter projection. While versatile for dates, its limited longevity might require reapplication for longer events, and it's a bit too sporty for truly formal settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, luxurious, and clean profile makes it highly versatile, suitable for both office and formal events. However, its often-debated projection and sillage mean it might not cut through the casual din as effectively, and the elegance leans away from active sportswear.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody
Adds musk and woody, drops artemisia and bergamot
Where to buy
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