Sublime Eau de Parfum bottle Sublime
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1992 Year 1994
££ Price Tier ££
XS Pour Elle Eau de Parfum bottle XS Pour Elle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sublime
This is a real marmite scent - you'll either adore its warm, golden embrace or find it a bit too much. Sublime is a truly classic, sophisticated floral that demands attention, but be warned: reformulations divide opinion, so hunt for a vintage bottle if you want the full, unadulterated experience.
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Our Verdict - XS Pour Elle
A radiant, fresh floral that captures the vibrant spirit of the 90s. Despite being discontinued, it's a much-loved scent that still holds a powerful, nostalgic appeal for many.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20% 12%
Floral 39% 47%
Fruity 5% 4%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 26% 24%
Warm 7% 5%
Woody 6% 9%
Earthy 10% 2%
Animalic 15% 14%
Fresh 15% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sublime EdP
XS Pour Elle EdP

Notes

Accords

Sublime XS Pour Elle
100%
Citrus
63%
49%
Floral
100%
86%
White Floral
75%
69%
Yellow Floral
52%
65%
Sweet
45%
Fresh
64%
63%
Amber
48%
51%
Woody
58%
50%
Musky
52%
47%
Powdery
52%
49%
Rose
Citrus shared
100%
63%
Floral shared
49%
100%
White Floral shared
86%
75%
Yellow Floral shared
69%
52%
Sweet shared
65%
45%
64%
Amber shared
63%
48%
Woody shared
51%
58%
Musky shared
50%
52%
Powdery shared
47%
52%
49%

Performance

Sublime XS Pour Elle
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sublime

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Sublime's strong sillage and 'old money' feel make it less suitable for the office, where it might be too overpowering. It excels in formal and date settings, conveying elegance and sophistication, as many reviewers indicated it made them feel glamorous and well-dressed.

XS Pour Elle

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, clean floral profile makes it highly versatile for daily wear, from casual outings to office environments where it won't overpower. Its underlying warmth and sensuality also make it suitable for a romantic date, though perhaps less ideal for highly formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
86%
Accord
86%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, White Floral, Yellow Floral accords and Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sublime
XS Pour Elle
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