Question 1

What's the difference between John Varvatos XX Elixir and Y Le Parfum?

Accepted Answer

John Varvatos XX Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from John Varvatos (2025) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Y Le Parfum is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2021) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 4 accords: Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Woody, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, John Varvatos XX Elixir or Y Le Parfum?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, John Varvatos XX Elixir scores 3.69/5 vs Y Le Parfum at 4.39/5. Y Le Parfum's standout strength: Mature and sophisticated take on the Y DNA. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do John Varvatos XX Elixir and Y Le Parfum smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Woody, Citrus, Ginger. Y Le Parfum: Y Le Parfum is viewed as a decent but unremarkable fragrance that successfully refines the Y DNA for a more mature audience.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, John Varvatos XX Elixir or Y Le Parfum?

Accepted Answer

Y Le Parfum: Good longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits John Varvatos XX Elixir vs Y Le Parfum?

Accepted Answer

John Varvatos XX Elixir scores highest for winter wear; Y Le Parfum scores highest for spring wear. John Varvatos XX Elixir leans evening, Y Le Parfum leans evening.

John Varvatos XX Elixir vs Y Le Parfum

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to John Varvatos XX Elixir (5)

Unique to Y Le Parfum (7)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Y Le Parfum

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Attribute	John Varvatos XX Elixir	Y Le Parfum
Brand	John Varvatos	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2025	2021
Rating	3.69	4.39
Concentration	Elixir	Parfum
Gender	masculine	masculine
Total Notes	9	11