Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Vanilla
100%
Powdery
69%
White Floral
62%
Citrus
60%
Amber
55%
Woody
53%
Musky
52%
Tuberose
45%
Balsamic
45%
Floral
45%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Vanilla, Powdery, and White Floral) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Vanilla, Powdery, White Floral, and Citrus among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Vanilla, Powdery, White Floral, and Citrus among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Manifesto l'ElixirbyYves Saint Laurentis a Amber Floral fragrance for women.Manifesto l'Elixirwas launched in 2013. Manifesto l'Elixir was created by Anne Flipo and Loc Dong. Top notes are Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Heliotrope, Jasmine Sambac and Tuberose; base notes are Vanilla, Cashmere Wood and Ambroxan.Yves Saint Laurent’s fragrance Manifesto from 2012 got its first flanker announced for September 2013. Manifesto l'Elixir is intense and passionate version of the original, characterized as "a veritable alchemy of dazzling sensuality." (source)The composition is floriental – woody, opening with sour citrus blend of bergamot and mandarin. The combination of Arabian Sambac jasmine, heliotrope and tuberose absolute in the heart leads to the warm base of cashmere, vanilla and ambergris (ambroxan).Actress Jessica Chastain represents a femme fatale in the advertising campaign for the new fragrance. She is photographed by Max Vadukul. The fragrance is available as 30, 50 and 90 ml Eau de Parfum.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Manifesto l'Elixir office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.