Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum vs Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

Rouge Elixir

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	££££

Shanghai Lily

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum

Rouge Elixir is a surprisingly smooth spicy-amber fragrance that manages to be both bold and inviting. It's a crowd-pleaser that leans sophisticated without being stuffy, offering warmth and a touch of mystery.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Shanghai Lily is a deeply polarising scent. While many hail it as a devastatingly beautiful masterpiece, others find it too bitter and overwhelming, smelling of dentist's offices or burnt incense. This isn't a safe blind buy, but for those who love bold, oriental florals, it's an enchanting and unforgettable experience.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	4%
Floral	22%	21%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	6%	3%
Sweet	25%	20%
Warm	27%	34%
Woody	12%	15%
Earthy	8%	12%
Animalic	5%	8%
Fresh	10%	4%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Rouge Elixir EdP

Shanghai Lily EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Clove 37% Rosewood 26% Mandarin 19% Lemon Verbena 19%

Top Notes

Base Notes

Only in Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum

Clove 37% Rosewood 26% Mandarin 19% Lemon Verbena 19%

Shared Notes

Rose 21% vs 4%

Only in Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum

Lily Of The Valley 32% Cinnamon 25% Carnation 21%

Only in Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

Clove 8% Floral 8% Spicy 8% Incense 6% Pepper 6% Pink Pepper 6% Vanilla 5% Tuberose 5% Benzoin 5% Frankincense 5% Jasmine 5% Cashmere Wood 5% Labdanum 5% Guaiac Wood 5% Bitter Orange 5% Castoreum 4% Vetiver 4%

Only in Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 28% Myrrh 28% Amber 17% Vetiver 14% Musk 14%

Accords

Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

100%

Warm Spicy

100%

71%

Amber

78%

64%

Vanilla

46%

47%

Floral

61%

58%

White Floral

49%

47%

Woody

58%

55%

Balsamic

49%

54%

Sweet

Smoky

52%

Fresh Spicy

51%

47%

Cinnamon

47%

Fresh

Musky

44%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

Amber shared

71%

78%

Vanilla shared

64%

46%

Floral shared

47%

61%

White Floral shared

58%

49%

Woody shared

47%

58%

Balsamic shared

55%

49%

Sweet

54%

Smoky

52%

Fresh Spicy

51%

Cinnamon

47%

Fresh

47%

Musky

44%

Performance

Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Rouge Elixir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its warm, spicy, and amber accords make it excellent for evenings and sophisticated events. While it has presence, it's not overpowering, allowing for controlled use in an office setting or for casual wear when you want to feel a touch more elevated.

Shanghai Lily Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This is a strong, projecting fragrance that's best suited for occasions where it can truly shine and intrigue, such as dates or formal events, especially in cooler weather. Its intensity makes it largely unsuitable for office wear or casual daytime activities.