Dossier Aromatic Star Anise vs Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Dior Sauvage.
At a glance
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise costs £29 and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir costs £19.99, so Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir is £9.01 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (21%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Dior Sauvage.
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Aromatic Star Anise is Dossier’s sharp, outdoorsy interpretation of Dior Sauvage, built around bright fougère freshness, aromatic lavender structure, and a cool star anise twist that gives the classic masculine blueprint a more modern and distinctive edge.
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Legend Elixir is a modern fougere in Emper's Legend line, and its note pyramid matches Dior Sauvage's own published structure note for note rather than loosely, which is treated here as strong enough evidence to name Sauvage as the inspiration even without a retailer explicitly using the word dupe.
Comparison
| Dossier Aromatic Star Anise | Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.9/10 · 1 review | 7.8/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.2/10 | 7.0/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.4/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Value for money | 8.8/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Price | £29 | £19.99 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Dior Sauvage | Dior Sauvage |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
3 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise lists Citrus Notes and Star Anise that Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir does not.
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir lists Calabrian Bergamot, Black Pepper, Sichuan Pepper, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Elemi, Ambroxan, Cedar and Labdanum that Dossier Aromatic Star Anise does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Both share Fresh, Citrus, Aromatic, Lavender, Patchouli and Spicy. Dossier Aromatic Star Anise also lists Woody, Earthy, Green and Metallic. Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir also lists Amber, Oud, Leather and Fresh spicy.
Vibes
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Both share Fresh, Clean and Modern. Dossier Aromatic Star Anise also lists Classic, Masculine and Compliment.
Occasions
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Both share Daytime, Office and Everyday. Dossier Aromatic Star Anise also lists Signature, Casual, Spring, Summer, Daily, Gym and Outdoor.
Performance
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise lists Office safe. Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir lists Strong projection, Versatile and Moderate to strong.
Style lane
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise
Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise lists Smooth woody. Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir lists Spicy aromatic.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (7.2/10)
- Projection: Wins Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir (7.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (8.8/10)
- Price: Wins Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir (£19.99)
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise leads on longevity and value for money, while Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir leads on projection, scent accuracy and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Dossier Aromatic Star Anise has 1 community review and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Dossier Aromatic Star Anise or Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise costs £29 and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir costs £19.99, so Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir is £9.01 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Dossier Aromatic Star Anise or Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Atlas ratings give Dossier Aromatic Star Anise 7.2 out of 10 for longevity and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir 7.0 out of 10, so Dossier Aromatic Star Anise rates higher.
Which projects more, Dossier Aromatic Star Anise or Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Atlas ratings give Dossier Aromatic Star Anise 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir 7.5 out of 10, so Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir rates higher.
Which is closer to Dior Sauvage, Dossier Aromatic Star Anise or Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Atlas ratings give Dossier Aromatic Star Anise 8.4 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir 8.5 out of 10, so Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir rates higher.
Which is better value, Dossier Aromatic Star Anise or Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Atlas ratings give Dossier Aromatic Star Anise 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir 8.0 out of 10, so Dossier Aromatic Star Anise rates higher.
What notes do Dossier Aromatic Star Anise and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir share?
They share 3 notes: Lavender, Geranium and Patchouli.
Which occasions suit Dossier Aromatic Star Anise and Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir?
Dossier Aromatic Star Anise is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Casual, Office, Spring, Summer, Daily, Everyday, Gym and Outdoor. Emper Perfumes Legend Elixir is tagged for Daytime, Office and Everyday.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.