Elysium Intense
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2025 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Melody
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This flanker of Elysium is a divisive one. Many find it a refreshing, zesty update to the original, amping up the citrus and adding a unique rhubarb tartness. However, a significant number of people find the performance abysmal and the scent profile too generic or even unpleasant, like cleaning product. Try before you buy, it's not a safe blind-buy for everyone.
This one's a delicate dance of green, floral, and woody notes, with a lovely subtlety that many adore. It's not a powerhouse, but for those who appreciate understated elegance, Melody is a gentle charmer, perfect for everyday grace.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 9% |
| Floral | 21% | 18% |
| Fruity | 13% | 8% |
| Green | 21% | 24% |
| Sweet | 14% | 16% |
| Warm | 8% | 4% |
| Woody | 11% | 13% |
| Earthy | 7% | 3% |
| Animalic | 9% | 9% |
| Fresh | 24% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Despite its 'Intense' moniker, this fragrance is widely reported to have moderate to weak performance, making it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. Its fresh and vibrant profile is perfect for casual outings and warmer weather, and it's certainly a crowd-pleaser for dates. While it could work for some formal events, other scents might offer more gravitas.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Melody's soft projection and clean, fresh profile make it ideal for office and casual wear, where it won't overpower. Its delicate nature might be lost in very formal settings or during vigorous activity, though its romantic floral notes work well for closer encounters.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Woody, Fruity accords and Lavender, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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