Is Fragrance World Safari a dupe of Tom Ford Neroli Portofino?
Neroli Portofino EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2024 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Safari EDP
Neroli Portofino (Tom Ford) and Safari (Fragrance World) both aim for a neroli-centric, citrus-aromatic experience, but diverge significantly in execution and price. Neroli Portofino offers a refined, sun-drenched Italian Riviera vibe with superior longevity. Safari, while sharing similar notes, presents a bolder, less nuanced opening that some may find less polished and slightly dated, despite its budget-friendly price. The biggest difference lies in the quality and blend - Portofino is smoother, while Safari is sharper.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a sophisticated, high-quality neroli fragrance.
- You appreciate a smooth, well-blended composition.
- You prefer a fragrance with good longevity.
- You desire the Tom Ford brand prestige.
- You want a very affordable alternative.
- You enjoy a bolder, more intense opening.
- You don't mind a slightly less refined scent.
- You want a safe, everyday fragrance.
Neroli Portofino is a classic summer fragrance that divides opinion. Some appreciate its Mediterranean freshness, others balk at the high price relative to its fleeting performance. It's an aromatic ode to a seaside holiday with invigorating citrus notes, yet struggles to justify its cost for many due to weak longevity.
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; opens with a "neroli bazooka" that'll wake you up, before mellowing into something that feels both comfortingly classic and a touch… well, a bit dated. It's safe, but probably not going to set the world alight.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
The fresh citrus and floral notes and moderate performance make it suitable for casual wear and daytime dates, offering an elegant but not overly formal aura. Its short-lived sillage and moderate longevity mean it might lack the impact needed for formal occasions or sports.
Seasons
Community season votes for Tom Ford Neroli Portofino, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, aromatic nature and moderate sillage make it suitable for daily wear and office environments, though the initial blast might be a bit much. It's a casual, clean scent, but lacks the depth or richness for formal events and isn't particularly romantic.
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.
Every one of its 12 notes is in the original, including Mandarin, Orange Blossom, Myrtle
Without angelica and pittosporum
Where to buy
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International (5)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work