Is Alexandria Fragrances Costa Bella a dupe of Tom Ford Rose d'Amalfi?

Rose d'Amalfi EDP

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Costa Bella Extrait

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Rose d'Amalfi Eau de Parfum bottle Rose d'Amalfi EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
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2022 Year 2020
££££ Price Tier ££
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Best value £2.35/ml (100ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose d'Amalfi EDP
A dewy, almond-rose veil that whispers Mediterranean luxury - quietly radiant and impossibly soft, Rose d'Amalfi is the definition of understated elegance for those who crave freshness with a poetic, creamy finish.
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Our Verdict - Costa Bella Extrait
Bright and vibrant, Costa Bella captures the essence of a sunlit day with its effervescent citrus opening and refreshing spicy undertones.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Rose d'Amalfi EDP A Costa Bella Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose d'Amalfi EDP
Costa Bella Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 33% vs 37%
Only in Rose d'Amalfi
Pink Pepper 36% Mandarin 31%
Only in Costa Bella
Grapefruit 33% Lemon 29%
Only in Rose d'Amalfi
Rose 100%
Only in Costa Bella
Ginger 64% Pepper 36%
Only in Rose d'Amalfi
Heliotrope 50% Almond 50%
Only in Costa Bella
Cedar 55% Musk 45%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Rose d'Amalfi Costa Bella
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose d'Amalfi

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Rose d'Amalfi's airy citrus, soft rose, and almond-powder nuances shine brightest in spring and summer, evoking breezy Mediterranean days. Its subtle warmth and powdery base allow for some versatility in early fall but it can seem too light for winter's chill.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its soft projection, clean almond-musk base, and fresh rose make Rose d'Amalfi perfect for office, daytime, and casual wear. It is refined enough for a relaxed date but not bold enough for formal occasions or sporty scenarios.

Costa Bella

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Costa Bella's citrus and fresh spicy notes make it well-suited for warmer seasons like spring and summer, whereas it's less fitting for the colder winter months.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The moderate projection and balanced intensity make it ideal for office and casual settings, while its freshness can enhance a date scenario, though it's less formal or sporty.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
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Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 7 notes, including Bergamot

Key Differences

Adds cedar and ginger, drops almond and heliotrope

Where to buy

Rose d'Amalfi EDP
Costa Bella Extrait
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