Socal EDP

Hollister   Original
4%
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Socal Eau de Parfum bottle Socal EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Socal EDP
This cult-favourite '90s mall scent is a nostalgic trip for many, celebrated for its unique tropical-woody blend. However, its notoriously poor performance means it's often more of a personal pleasure or room spray than a serious fragrance.
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Our Verdict - West America EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Hollister - So Cal - a fruity fragrance led by bright opening notes, with amber depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Socal EDP
West America EDP

Notes

Only in Socal
Pine 100%
Only in West America
Fig 54% Floral 46%
Only in West America
Amber 53% Musk 47%

Accords

Socal West America
100%
Sweet
54%
83%
Fruity
90%
Amber
78%
74%
Coconut
70%
Vanilla
66%
Tropical
Musky
66%
60%
Fresh
58%
Ozonic
56%
Leather
54%
Aquatic
51%
Woody
Sweet shared
100%
54%
Fruity shared
83%
90%
78%
74%
70%
66%
66%
60%
58%
56%
54%
51%

Performance

Socal West America
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Socal

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its sweet, fruity, and tropical profile makes it perfect for casual wear and dates, aligning with its laid-back vibe. The weak longevity and projection, however, lower its suitability for office or formal events where a more significant presence is usually desired.

West America

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the fruity, amber profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the fruity accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
4%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, sweet

Key Differences

Similar character via different notes

Where to buy

Socal EDP
West America EDP
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