Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum vs Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Roses Elixir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2010	Year	2009
££	Price Tier	££

Pure Gold

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum

A divisive Montale offering - fans rave about its fruity rose charm, calling it a Miss Dior Cherie stand-in. Detractors brand it a synthetic, cloying mess. You'll either adore this vibrant, playful rose or find it a real scrubber. Blind buy at your own risk.

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Our Verdict - Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Pure Gold is Montale's divisive take on a classic white floral. Some love its sophisticated, creamy apricot and jasmine blend, while others find the opening harsh, synthetic, or even medicinal, making it a love-it-or-hate-it affair.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	17%	16%
Floral	32%	28%
Fruity	13%	21%
Green	2%	2%
Sweet	32%	32%
Warm	6%	2%
Woody	5%	5%
Earthy	10%	9%
Animalic	12%	14%
Fresh	13%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Roses Elixir EdP

Pure Gold EdP

Notes

Only in Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Apricot 66% Mandarin 34%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 9% vs 35%

Orange Blossom 8% vs 30%

Only in Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum

Rose 16% Strawberry 13% Musk 11% Citrus 10% Patchouli 9% Vanilla 8% Amber 8% Tangerine 8%

Only in Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Neroli 34%

Only in Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Musk 46% Patchouli 31% Vanilla 23%

Accords

Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

100%

Rose

77%

White Floral

100%

98%

Fruity

61%

92%

Sweet

57%

87%

Citrus

75%

64%

Musky

76%

54%

Powdery

72%

62%

Green

56%

Patchouli

58%

56%

Floral

Animalic

48%

Vanilla

48%

Woody

48%

Rose

100%

White Floral shared

77%

100%

Fruity shared

98%

61%

Sweet shared

92%

57%

Citrus shared

87%

75%

Musky shared

64%

76%

Powdery shared

54%

72%

Green

62%

Patchouli shared

56%

58%

Floral

56%

Animalic

48%

Vanilla

48%

Woody

48%

Performance

Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Roses Elixir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, paired with a distinct fruity-sweet profile, make it better suited for social events rather than formal or professional settings. Many reviewers mention wearing it for nights out or casual daytime activities, highlighting its 'femme fatale on vacation' and 'girly, uplifting' vibes.

Pure Gold Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature mean Pure Gold can be too overwhelming for office settings, as some reviewers found. However, its sophisticated and inviting scent profile makes it excellent for dates and versatile enough for most casual outings. While not a classic formal scent, its elegance allows it to bridge into dressier events.