So Elixir Purple
| Edp | Concentration | Other |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Java Blossom
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Which Should You Buy?
So Elixir Purple is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. For some it's a mysterious, fruity-woody marvel, for others, an artificial grape nightmare. You'll either adore its dark charm or find it overwhelming and headache-inducing.
This one's a divisive beast. Some absolutely adore its unique tropical forest vibe with vetiver and oud, calling it classy and uplifting. Others find it linear, muted, or just 'meh'. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but its originality can be rewarding.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 30% |
| Floral | 24% | 21% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 6% | 10% |
| Sweet | 19% | 7% |
| Warm | 7% | 7% |
| Woody | 17% | 25% |
| Earthy | 16% | 18% |
| Animalic | 5% | 4% |
| Fresh | 13% | 15% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting, dark oriental-woody profile make it too strong for most offices, but perfect for date nights and formal evening events where its seductive nature can shine. Casual wear is acceptable due to its perceived sweetness, especially in cooler weather, but it's entirely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Given its moderate sillage and good longevity, Java Blossom is versatile but leans less casual and more towards formal or date settings where its unique profile can shine. The exotic and woody nature makes it too heavy for sport, and could be distracting in an office, though some reviews suggest it works for 'damp Summer nights'.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, White Floral, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Tuberose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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