So Elixir Eau de Parfum vs Brera Eau de Parfum

So Elixir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	££

Brera

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - So Elixir Eau de Parfum

This one's a true classic, often compared to Coco Mademoiselle but with its own smoky charm. It's a confident, long-lasting scent; just go easy on the trigger if you want to avoid giving anyone a patchouli headache.

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Our Verdict - Brera Eau de Parfum

A divisive yet elegant rich rose, Brera delivers a spicy and resonant take on a classic theme. Some find it a touch synthetic or unoriginal, while others praise its sophisticated execution and gothic flair. Definitely not a blind buy for those new to spicy rose.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	9%
Floral	27%	29%
Fruity	2%	2%
Green	3%	10%
Sweet	27%	23%
Warm	13%	19%
Woody	12%	6%
Earthy	24%	17%
Animalic	5%	8%
Fresh	7%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

So Elixir EdP

Brera EdP

Notes

Only in Brera Eau de Parfum

Saffron 44% Pimiento 28% Bergamot 28%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 18% vs 23%

Rose 10% vs 46%

Only in So Elixir Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 21% Tonka Bean 19% Incense 17% Bergamot 14%

Only in Brera Eau de Parfum

Geranium 31%

Only in Brera Eau de Parfum

Labdanum 34% Patchouli 34% Vanilla 32%

Accords

So Elixir Eau de Parfum Brera Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

52%

58%

Rose

100%

90%

Warm Spicy

94%

89%

Patchouli

52%

82%

White Floral

77%

Balsamic

74%

Woody

50%

69%

Citrus

68%

Vanilla

49%

68%

Smoky

Fresh Spicy

58%

Metallic

52%

Aromatic

52%

Floral

50%

Amber shared

100%

52%

Rose shared

58%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

90%

94%

Patchouli shared

89%

52%

White Floral

82%

Balsamic

77%

Woody shared

74%

50%

Citrus

69%

Vanilla shared

68%

49%

Smoky

68%

Fresh Spicy

58%

Metallic

52%

Aromatic

52%

Floral

50%

Performance

So Elixir Eau de Parfum Brera Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

So Elixir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its excellent longevity and strong projection make it a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile positions it perfectly for dates and formal events, with some reviewers noting its versatility for day-to-night wear.

Brera Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

The strong, rich rose and spicy notes make Brera suitable for evenings and formal events, though its elegance means it could work for a sophisticated daytime office setting if applied sparingly. Its bold character is less aligned with casual or sporty wear.