Uomo Eau de Parfum bottle Uomo
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1983 Year 2017
££ Price Tier ££
Essencial Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Essencial Elixir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Uomo
This is a truly classic Italian leather scent, but only if you can get your hands on a vintage bottle. The original formulation was a powerhouse of sophistication, but reformulations have left many feeling disappointed by its modern ghost.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Essencial Elixir
This Brazilian gem is a darker, boozier take on CH Men Prive, delivering a smoother, more sophisticated, and frankly, better blended experience. It's a proper grown-up scent, perfect for making a statement without shouting. Top marks for luxury on a budget.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4% 9%
Floral 14% 13%
Fruity 0% 3%
Green 13% 12%
Sweet 16% 15%
Warm 16% 18%
Woody 17% 16%
Earthy 18% 13%
Animalic 12% 12%
Fresh 14% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Uomo EdP
Essencial Elixir EdP

Notes

Accords

Uomo Essencial Elixir
100%
Aromatic
77%
91%
Woody
100%
64%
Warm Spicy
87%
86%
Fresh Spicy
62%
75%
Leather
69%
73%
Earthy
65%
Floral
61%
Mossy
Powdery
60%
58%
Honey
Vanilla
58%
58%
Animalic
52%
Citrus
52%
Amber
49%
Aromatic shared
100%
77%
Woody shared
91%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
87%
Fresh Spicy shared
86%
62%
Leather shared
75%
69%
73%
65%
61%
60%
58%
58%
Animalic shared
58%
52%
52%
49%

Performance

Uomo Essencial Elixir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Uomo

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Trussardi Uomo's strong performance and potent character, especially in its vintage form, make it less suitable for casual or office wear. It truly shines in formal settings or for a sophisticated date night, where its rich leather and aromatic accords can make a statement without being overwhelming.

Essencial 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 strong sillage and prominent boozy-leather accords make it less suitable for office wear, but its elegant and warm profile is perfect for dates, evening events, and formal gatherings. The powerful projection can be invasive in close quarters, while its complex depth is wasted on casual sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
88%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Juniper notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Uomo
Essencial Elixir
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