Question 1

What's the difference between Gold Elixir and Layton?

Accepted Answer

Gold Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ormonde Jayne (2022) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Layton is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2016) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Gold Elixir or Layton?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gold Elixir scores 3.94/5 vs Layton at 4.45/5. Layton's standout strength: Excellent longevity, projection, and sillage. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Gold Elixir and Layton smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 3 accords, including Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Bergamot, Pepper. Layton: Layton is a well-crafted, versatile fragrance with strong performance that genuinely appeals to many in the community, but it remains highly divisive due to its premium $285 price tag that many feel is unjustified compared to cheaper alternatives like Spicebomb Extreme.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Gold Elixir or Layton?

Accepted Answer

Layton: Excellent longevity, projection, and sillage Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Gold Elixir vs Layton?

Accepted Answer

Gold Elixir scores highest for all seasons wear; Layton scores highest for winter wear. Gold Elixir leans daytime, Layton leans evening.

Gold Elixir vs Layton

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (6)

Unice pentru Gold Elixir (5)

Unice pentru Layton (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Layton

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Gold Elixir	Layton
Brand	Ormonde Jayne	Parfums de Marly
An	2022	2016
Evaluare	3.94	4.45
Concentrație	Elixir	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	11	15