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Imari Elixir 2015
by Avon
Imari Elixir 2015 is a bold, opulentely sweet fragrance with a pronounced licorice-like core, featuring dark amora, ripe jasmine, and a powerful floral-amber base, with a distinctive patchouli presence that adds depth and a subtle earthy warmth. The perfume unfolds with a strong initial burst of fruity sweetness dominated by blackberry and green apple, which quickly mellow into a rich, mature amora cream, layered with vanilla, ylang-ylang, and a gripping, incense-like drydown. It carries a deeply vintage, 'dark girl' aura—exotic, sensual, and slightly animalic—evoking old-school chypre-fruits with a modern, rich texture. Performance is moderate, with projection moderate to strong, best experienced in cooler weather, particularly winter evenings. The impression is intensely personal—most find it intriguing or even magnetic, but others report discomfort, forehead pressure, or an overpowering incense-like note linked to ylang-ylang or patchouli, making it polarizing. Its value, at remarkably affordable prices, is widely praised, making it a hidden gem for those drawn to strong, opulent, feminine elegance over the breath of modern 'fresher' scents.
Pros
- +Intensely unique and memorable olfactive journey—few perfumes feel as distinct or evocative as this one, often compared to vintage Poison or a lost chypre-fruital archetype.
- +Strong performance, with notable tenacity for 5 to 6 hours and surprisingly vivid projection, especially in the initial phase and on cooler, dry skin.
- +Exceptional value—rated as massively underpriced by most users, making it accessible and worthy of investment despite its niche profile.
Cons
- −Divisive olfactory impact—some users report headaches, nausea, or incense-like discomfort due to the intense sweetness, patchouli, and ylang-ylang in the drydown.
- −Consistently perceived as extremely heavy and intense, making it unsuitable for daytime use, warmer weather, or sensitive noses—best reserved for cold, formal, night events.
- −Lacks versatility and immediate appeal—candidates must be open to intense, retro-fruity, balmy, 'dark' perfumes to appreciate its full character.