Enigma Eau de Parfum vs Elixir 11 Eau de Parfum

Enigma

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2008	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

Elixir 11

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Enigma

Enigma is a genuinely divisive scent - some find it a mysterious, dark powerhouse, others a fleeting disappointment. Skip the blind buy, this one is a truly love-it-or-hate-it affair.

Statement

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.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	2%
Floral	48%	45%
Fruity	16%	13%
Green	3%	4%
Sweet	34%	33%
Warm	5%	6%
Woody	8%	8%
Earthy	6%	15%
Animalic	7%	5%
Fresh	10%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Enigma EdP

Elixir 11 EdP

Notes

Only in Enigma

Peach 37% Freesia 34% Peach Blossom 28%

Only in Elixir 11

Rose 53% Red Apple 47%

Shared Notes

Rose 40% vs 61%

Jasmine 33% vs 38%

Only in Enigma

Orange Blossom 25%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 17% vs 43%

Vanilla 13% vs 24%

Amber 13% vs 31%

Only in Enigma

Sandalwood 16% Orchid 16% Tonka Bean 14% Musk 9%

Accords

Enigma Elixir 11

100%

Floral

58%

66%

Rose

100%

96%

Woody

66%

74%

Patchouli

90%

84%

Powdery

80%

Vanilla

74%

Sweet

52%

74%

Warm Spicy

60%

72%

Amber

65%

70%

White Floral

64%

Fruity

70%

Earthy

54%

Floral shared

100%

58%

Rose shared

66%

100%

Woody shared

96%

66%

Patchouli shared

74%

90%

Powdery

84%

Vanilla

80%

Sweet shared

74%

52%

Warm Spicy shared

74%

60%

Amber shared

72%

65%

White Floral shared

70%

64%

Fruity

70%

Earthy

54%

Performance

Enigma Elixir 11

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Enigma

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and dark, sensual character make it unsuitable for daily office wear but perfect for dates and formal evening events. The prominent patchouli and amber give it a rich warmth best suited for colder weather occasions rather than casual daytime activities.

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.