Berlinetta Eau de Parfum vs Light Blue Dreaming in Portofino Eau de Toilette
Berlinetta EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2022 | Year | 2012 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Light Blue Dreaming in Portofino EDT
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Which Should You Buy?
Berlinetta is a divisive scent that some adore as a sophisticated, fruity-leather gem, and others find challenging or even sickening. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, it's a stellar, long-lasting dupe.
This flanker to the ubiquitous Light Blue is divisive, with some hailing it as a sweeter, more feminine take on the original, while others find it too generic or sharp. A fresh, fruity floral with surprising sweetness, it's perfect for warm weather but might disappoint if you're expecting the original's zesty citrus kick.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
While some find it office-appropriate, the strong leather and fruity notes, combined with impressive longevity and projection for many, make it better suited for evening and cooler weather occasions like dates and formal events. Its unique character also makes it suitable for casual wear when you want to make a statement.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and fruity accords make it a great casual and sport scent for warm weather. The moderate sillage and longevity mean it's unlikely to offend in an office setting, and the feminine, sweet undertones could work well for a daytime date.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, powdery, patchouli
Adds amber and iris, drops leather and peach
Where to buy
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