Clinique 1971 Edp

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Aromatics Elixir

by Bernard Chant

Clinique Aromatics Elixir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1971, created by Bernard Chant. The fragrance opens with Aldehydes, Chamomile, Lemon Verbena, and Clary Sage, settles into a heart of Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Tuberose, and Orris, and dries down to a base of Incense, Oakmoss, Patchouli, and Vetiver.

Our verdict on Aromatics Elixir: Statement

Aromatics Elixir is an uncompromising chypre that demands attention with its assertive, herbal-mossy character and vintage sophistication. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable for true lovers of classic perfumery.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Elegant
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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 34%
Fruity 2%
Green 12%
Sweet 15%
Warm 8%
Woody 17%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Woody
90%
Earthy
80%
Warm Spicy
70%
Herbal
70%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 14% Chamomile 14% Clary Sage 13% Coriander 13% Geranium 12% Lemon Verbena 12% Rosewood 12% Bergamot 11%

Heart Notes

Carnation 16% Rose 16% Ylang-Ylang 15% Orris 14% Jasmine 14% Tuberose 13% Orange Blossom 13%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 18% Patchouli 18% Incense 17% Vetiver 17% Sandalwood 15% Musk 15%

Performance

Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Potent

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

The mossy, earthy, spicy chypre structure thrives in cool to temperate weather, making this ideal for fall and winter. Spring works for those who love vintage florals and boldness, but the density and lack of sweetness make it less suited for hot summer days.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

This classic chypre's powerful sillage and complex character suit formal events and evening wear best. Its bold projection and vintage style can be polarizing in the office or casual settings.

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About

Aromatics Elixir opens with a bracing wave of bitter herbs, chamomile, and aldehydes, immediately evoking vintage apothecary shelves. The heart blooms with a tangle of rose, carnation, and ylang-ylang, shot through with spicy coriander and geranium. A brooding, earthy base of oakmoss, patchouli, incense, and vetiver anchors the composition in deep green shadows. The result is a fragrance that is complex, medicinal, and hauntingly elegant-a true icon for those who seek drama and old-world allure.

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