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Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2012 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Zen Gold Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Zen Gold Elixir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
This one's a divisive citrus-floral with a musky drydown. Some call it a sophisticated, sparkling treasure, while others detect a synthetic 'air freshener' or even 'pickle' vibe. If you love a fruity-floral shampoo-like freshness, it's worth a try, but be warned, some find it a bit too 'old' or headache-inducing.
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Our Verdict - Zen Gold Elixir EDP
A truly divisive patchouli-led floral, Zen Gold Elixir is either a warm embrace or a sour disappointment depending on your skin chemistry. Owners love its unique blend but lament its fleeting presence - this Elixir needs an all-day top-up.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
Zen Gold Elixir EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 15% vs 25%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 14% vs 36%
Only in Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Gardenia 28% Peony 20% Tulip 20% Water Lily 18%
Only in Zen Gold Elixir
Magnolia 38% Rose 25%
Shared Notes
Musk 22% vs 17%
Vanilla 21% vs 16%
Amber 18% vs 21%
Cedar 18% vs 15%
Only in Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Sandalwood 19%
Only in Zen Gold Elixir
Patchouli 29%

Accords

Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold Zen Gold Elixir
100%
Citrus
70%
Patchouli
100%
74%
Floral
83%
49%
Woody
81%
70%
White Floral
67%
67%
Fresh
65%
Sweet
64%
Fruity
51%
Amber
62%
Earthy
58%
Balsamic
52%
50%
Powdery
47%
Aquatic
Citrus shared
100%
70%
100%
Floral shared
74%
83%
Woody shared
49%
81%
White Floral shared
70%
67%
67%
65%
Fruity shared
64%
51%
62%
58%
52%
50%
47%

Performance

Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold Zen Gold Elixir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fresh, clean character makes it suitable for casual wear and can work well in an office setting if applied sparingly. The underlying warmth and sensuality also make it a decent choice for dates, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events. While fresh, it's not a dedicated sport scent.

Zen Gold Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its soft projection and lack of longevity make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual wear, where it won't overpower. The floral and patchouli accords are too heavy for sport, and its divisive nature might make it less ideal for formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, floral, white floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
Zen Gold Elixir EDP
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