So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum vs Emeraude Eau de Parfum

So Elixir Purple

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	1921
££	Price Tier	£

Emeraude

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum

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.

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Our Verdict - Emeraude Eau de Parfum

A legendary scent, Emeraude is a classic for a reason - often compared to Shalimar but with its own distinct charm. Sadly, modern formulations struggle to capture the magic of the originals, leading to a love-hate divide.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	28%	28%
Floral	24%	24%
Fruity	3%	4%
Green	6%	3%
Sweet	19%	26%
Warm	7%	8%
Woody	17%	15%
Earthy	16%	7%
Animalic	5%	4%
Fresh	13%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

So Elixir Purple EdP

Emeraude EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 100%

Shared Notes

Bergamot 100% vs 41%

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Lemon 34% Orange 24%

Only in So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum

Tuberose 66% Vetiver 34%

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Rosewood 30% Ylang-Ylang 26% Jasmine 23% Rose 21%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 23% vs 12%

Vanilla 15% vs 18%

Benzoin 12% vs 18%

Only in So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum

Incense 19% Tonka Bean 17% Woody 13%

Only in Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Opoponax 19% Amber 17% Sandalwood 15%

Accords

So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum Emeraude Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

82%

96%

Amber

100%

86%

Vanilla

64%

83%

Warm Spicy

58%

Citrus

81%

77%

Tuberose

76%

Patchouli

72%

Balsamic

70%

68%

White Floral

62%

Aromatic

44%

61%

Earthy

Sweet

61%

Powdery

52%

Woody shared

100%

82%

Amber shared

96%

100%

Vanilla shared

86%

64%

Warm Spicy shared

83%

58%

Citrus

81%

Tuberose

77%

Patchouli

76%

Balsamic shared

72%

70%

White Floral

68%

Aromatic shared

62%

44%

Earthy

61%

Sweet

61%

Powdery

52%

Performance

So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

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.

Emeraude Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its rich, resinous amber and powdery accords lean towards more intimate or formal settings. While modern versions might be lighter, vintage bottles have a significant presence, making them less suitable for casual or office wear.