Elixir 11 Eau de Parfum bottle Elixir 11
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2018 Year 2004
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Basic Instinct Eau de Parfum bottle Basic Instinct

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Elixir 11
This one is a proper 'love it or hate it' scent, no two ways about it. Expect compliments from its admirers and raised eyebrows from those who find its rose and patchouli combo a bit much. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Our Verdict - Basic Instinct
This isn't your average Victoria's Secret fare - it's a divisive throwback, earning both passionate adoration and strong 'old lady' accusations. Expect a bold, confident statement, not a subtle crowd-pleaser.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 0%
Floral 45% 39%
Fruity 13% 24%
Green 4% 3%
Sweet 33% 35%
Warm 6% 4%
Woody 8% 8%
Earthy 15% 17%
Animalic 5% 6%
Fresh 9% 3%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Elixir 11 EdP
Basic Instinct EdP

Notes

Accords

Elixir 11 Basic Instinct
100%
Rose
58%
64%
White Floral
100%
70%
Fruity
91%
90%
Patchouli
77%
66%
Woody
58%
65%
Amber
Tuberose
65%
52%
Sweet
63%
60%
Warm Spicy
52%
58%
Floral
54%
Earthy
Lactonic
52%
Animalic
51%
Rose shared
100%
58%
White Floral shared
64%
100%
Fruity shared
70%
91%
Patchouli shared
90%
77%
Woody shared
66%
58%
65%
65%
Sweet shared
52%
63%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
52%
58%
54%
52%
51%

Performance

Elixir 11 Basic Instinct
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Elixir 11

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and intense, complex profile make it less suitable for a quiet office, but perfect for evenings and dates where you want to make a statement. While some find it too heavy for casual wear, others appreciate its warmth, especially in cooler weather.

Basic Instinct

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its bold white floral and patchouli accords, described as potent and long-lasting by reviewers, make it too assertive for the office or casual daywear. This fragrance shines brightest for evening events or intimate date nights, where its sensual and mysterious character can truly develop.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
91%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

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

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Elixir 11
Basic Instinct
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