Is Perfume Parlour Purple a dupe of Tiziana Terenzi Porpora?
Porpora Extrait
| Extrait | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Purple EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive yet undeniably potent rose-incense powerhouse, Porpora is an 'of-its-kind' statement. Some say it's an improved version of a well-known classic, others a 'loud and obnoxious' imitation. Either way, expect to be noticed.
A budget echo of Tiziana Terenzi's Porpora, Purple rebuilds the spiced raspberry-and-rose opening over a warm amber, incense and myrrh base. It captures the commanding, sensual character but the resinous depth reads simpler and the longevity falls well short of the original extrait.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean Porpora is too potent for most office environments. However, its bold and sensual rose-incense profile makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, particularly in cooler weather. It's a statement scent, not for casual wear.
Seasons
The spiced fruit, rose and warm amber-resin base feel richest in the cold, suiting autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold, sensual character is built for evenings and dates, with the drama to carry a formal occasion.
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 Incense, Rose, Poppy
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work