Leyden Eau de Parfum bottle Leyden
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2025
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Elysium Noir Eau de Parfum bottle Elysium Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Leyden
Leyden by Maison Alhambra is a divisive clone that needs time to mature. Some find it a mass-appealing, versatile alternative to more expensive options, whilst others slam its 'watery' opening and poor longevity. If you're after a cheap thrill, be prepared for a bit of a gamble.
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Our Verdict - Elysium Noir
Prepare for a proper ruckus with this one. Elysium Noir is the very definition of divisive; some love its elevated blue fragrance vibe, while others decry its generic designer leanings and lacklustre performance. Sample first, unless you enjoy a gamble.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 15%
Floral 29% 18%
Fruity 11% 19%
Green 12% 8%
Sweet 17% 17%
Warm 15% 8%
Woody 12% 11%
Earthy 8% 7%
Animalic 2% 6%
Fresh 19% 22%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Leyden EdP
Elysium Noir EdP

Notes

Accords

Leyden Elysium Noir
100%
Fresh Spicy
80%
71%
Amber
100%
92%
Warm Spicy
74%
91%
Woody
66%
87%
Aromatic
90%
74%
Fruity
75%
66%
Powdery
64%
Lavender
61%
Fresh
Patchouli
58%
Musky
58%
52%
Green
Sweet
49%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
80%
Amber shared
71%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
92%
74%
Woody shared
91%
66%
Aromatic shared
87%
90%
Fruity shared
74%
75%
66%
64%
61%
58%
58%
52%
49%

Performance

Leyden Elysium Noir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Leyden

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Autumn

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its versatile and mass-appealing nature makes it suitable for many situations, particularly dates and casual wear. Though some report moderate longevity, the spiced woodiness could be too much for formal settings, and it definitely won't work for sport.

Elysium Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and generally appealing clean blue scent make it versatile for casual and date wear but less suited for formal events due to its designer-like familiarity. While initial projection is strong, its longevity issues according to many reviews mean it's not ideal for all-day office wear without reapplication.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
86%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Lavender, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Leyden
Elysium Noir
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