Is Perfume Parlour Dynamic a dupe of Parfums d’Elmar Elixir d'Amour?

Elixir d'Amour EDP

Parfums d’Elmar   Original Favourite

Dynamic EDP

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Elixir d'Amour Eau de Parfum bottle Elixir d'Amour EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2022 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Elixir d'Amour EDP
A refined blend of spicy and floral notes with enduring charm. Perfect for those seeking a versatile, sophisticated scent.
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Our Verdict - Dynamic EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Parfums D'Elmar Elixir D'Amour. Built around Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Rose, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Parfums D'Elmar Elixir D'Amour.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Elixir d'Amour EDP A Dynamic EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Elixir d'Amour EDP
Dynamic EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot Bergamot 57% vs 62%
Only in Elixir d'Amour
Cardamom Cardamom 43%
Only in Dynamic
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper 38%
Shared Notes
Amber Amber 23% vs 28%
Vanilla Vanilla 20% vs 13%
Patchouli Patchouli 16% vs 17%
Musk Musk 13% vs 18%
Only in Elixir d'Amour
Sandalwood Sandalwood 27%
Only in Dynamic
Labdanum Labdanum 22%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Elixir d'Amour Dynamic
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Elixir d'Amour

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Elixir d'Amour's balance of spice, floral, and citrus notes make it ideal for spring and autumn. The rich base is less suited for hot summer days, while it provides moderate warmth in cooler months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and balanced accords make Elixir d'Amour versatile for dates and casual settings, with enough sophistication for formal occasions but less suitable for sports.

Dynamic

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, woody profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
76%
Key Similarities

Shares 7 of its 9 notes, including Patchouli, Vanilla, Rose

Key Differences

Adds cardamom and sandalwood, drops caramel and guaiac wood

Where to buy

Elixir d'Amour EDP
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Dynamic EDP

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0.4 fl oz (13 ml)
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1.0 fl oz (30 ml)
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1.7 fl oz (50 ml)
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3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
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