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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a crowd-pleasing, 'rich auntie' white floral that manages to be both safe and sophisticated. Don't listen to the 'it's just like Black Opium' brigade - it's far more refined, though its divisive performance means sampling is essential.
Kenzo's Jeu d'Amour l'Elixir is a divisive one. You'll either find it a sexy, boozy, blackberry jam dream, or a forgettable, overly sweet, cough syrup concoction. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so test it on your skin first.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 15% |
| Floral | 39% | 32% |
| Fruity | 13% | 19% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 37% | 37% |
| Warm | 3% | 4% |
| Woody | 15% | 7% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 6% | 6% |
| Fresh | 4% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and prominent white floral profile, along with a decent projection (for some), makes it perfect for dates and evening events. While many find it suitable for work, its strength could be too much if oversprayed, pulling down the office score slightly.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong sweetness and boozy notes make it unsuitable for an office setting and a poor choice for sport. However, its 'sexy' and 'seductive' nature, frequently mentioned in reviews, makes it ideal for dates and evening formal events, especially in cooler weather where its warmth can shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Jasmine, Tuberose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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