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Score
86/100

Roja Parfums

Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne

2017

The cleanest clean — citrus and iris executed with obsessive precision and an obscene price tag.

Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne
citrus
aromatic
woody

Roja Dove's 2017 aromatic-fougère — a complex citrus opening over a vetiver-juniper heart and amber-leather base. A reference Roja signature in the fresh-luxe category. Wears strongest in spring and summer, daytime.

The take

What works

  • Crisp citrus-iris accord with a refinement that justifies the Roja name
  • Excellent warm-weather performance
  • Genuine luxury feel on skin

Trade-offs

  • Extremely expensive for a fresh citrus fragrance
  • Similar results achievable from far less expensive alternatives

Notes

Top

GrapefruitGrapefruitLemonLemonBergamotBergamotLimeLimeThymeThymeArtemisiaArtemisiaGalbanumGalbanum

Mid

VetiverVetiverJuniper BerriesJuniper BerriesBlack CurrantBlack CurrantAppleAppleCedarCedarPink PepperPink PepperCypriol Oil or NagarmothaCypriol Oil or NagarmothaLily-of-the-ValleyLily-of-the-ValleyJasmineJasmineRoseRose

Base

AmbergrisAmbergrisLeatherLeatherVanillaVanillaBenzoinBenzoinLabdanumLabdanum

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring91%
Summer100%
Fall43%
Winter15%
Day90%
Night43%

Occasions

OfficeCasualBeach

Gender

Leans masculine
$300–$600Overpriced
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Alexandria Fragrances Zion (67%), Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme Eau Intense (61%), Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Silver (58%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 85/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne?

Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to office, casual, beach.

Is Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne worth it?

At $300–$600, yes for this tier. Crisp citrus-iris accord with a refinement that justifies the Roja name. Excellent warm-weather performance.

Details

Perfumer
Roja Dove