Is Perfume Parlour Roman Island a dupe of Tom Ford Italian Cypress?
Italian Cypress EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Roman Island EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive masterpiece, Italian Cypress is hailed by many as Tom Ford's best work, though some find its classic, masculine leanings a bit dated. It's a commanding, high-quality scent that demands respect.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Italian Cypress - a aromatic fragrance led by Woody Notes, with woody depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
While quite potent, its refined and mature profile makes it suitable for formal settings and dates, projecting an air of authority. Its strong character and classic feel make it less ideal for casual wear or sporty activities.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the aromatic, woody profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the aromatic accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
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 4 notes is in the original, including Citrus, Woody Notes, Basil
Without cypress
Where to buy
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