VanillaOpens with
CedarwoodHeartCedarwoodDries down to
Aurélien GuichardThe nose · 162 fragrances · also made Intense Oud (2016)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Burberry · Sold as masculine
Hero Elixir de Parfum
The quiet intensity of a dimly lit bar after hours, where the scent of vanilla and smoky leather blends to create an intimate cocoon.
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Hero Elixir de ParfumPremium · $100–250
47%Similar accords, often for lessFabulous Life · Fragrance WorldBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Hero Elixir de Parfum by Burberry is a Leather fragrance for men, launched in 2026 and crafted by perfumer Aurelien Guichard. The composition opens with the warmth of vanilla and tonka bean before diving into a rich base of cedarwood, leather, and smoky notes that evoke an atmosphere of sophistication and depth. This unisex scent is designed to be both warm and intriguing, making it perfect for those who appreciate complex fragrances.
This fragrance has a rich base that takes time to bloom. Apply it in small amounts initially; you'll notice its full depth after about an hour. It reads best close to skin rather than across a room, making it ideal for more personal encounters.
Fig. 01 — Hero Elixir de Parfum, Burberry
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Aurélien Guichard
Seven generations of Grasse perfumeryAurélien Guichard is a senior perfumer at Takasago, born and raised in Grasse into a family business growing roses and jasmine for major perfumers, and following his father into perfumery via the Givaudan Perfumery School.
The Hero line
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Designer Burberry
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The originalHero Elixir de ParfumBurberry · Premium · $100–250Fragrance World · 2021Fabulous LifeShares 4 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 4.13 (70)52%Match
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 51%, disliked or hated by 12%.