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Manifesto l'Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Manifesto l'Elixir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender M
2013 Year -
££ Price Tier £
LI Eau de Parfum bottle LI EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Manifesto l'Elixir EDP
A vanilla-led powerhouse of a scent that YSL unforgivably discontinued. This 'elixir' version perfects the original, offering a rich, sophisticated, and undeniably sexy fragrance that still makes people fume over its demise. It’s got that 'IT' factor, a timeless blend that screams opulence.
Acquired
Our Verdict - LI EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Roja 51 Pour Femme - a floral fragrance led by Bergamot, with citrus depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Manifesto l'Elixir EDP
LI EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 100%
Only in Manifesto l'Elixir
Mandarin 49%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 32% vs 18%
Tuberose 29% vs 22%
Only in Manifesto l'Elixir
Heliotrope 39%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 45% vs 26%

Accords

Manifesto l'Elixir LI
100%
Vanilla
42%
45%
Floral
90%
58%
Citrus
78%
69%
Powdery
54%
Fruity
66%
55%
Amber
52%
Woody
52%
Musky
45%
Tuberose
45%
Balsamic
Vanilla shared
100%
42%
Floral shared
45%
90%
Citrus shared
58%
78%
Powdery shared
69%
54%
66%
55%
52%
52%
45%
45%

Performance

Manifesto l'Elixir LI
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Manifesto l'Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and rich, sweet profile make it less suitable for an office setting where subtlety is key. However, its sophisticated and sensual character, bolstered by strong performance, makes it perfect for dates, evening events, and formal gatherings, projecting confidence and allure.

LI

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, citrus 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

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean vanilla, powdery, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Manifesto l'Elixir EDP
LI EDP
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