Safari Eau de Parfum bottle Safari
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1990 Year 2007
££ Price Tier £££££
Vivara Eau de Parfum bottle Vivara

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Safari Eau de Parfum
Safari is a bona fide chameleon in a bottle, both a beloved vintage treasure and a divisive green beast. You'll either adore its wild beauty or run for the hills. If you find a vintage bottle, snap it up - the modern stuff just doesn't hit the same.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Vivara Eau de Parfum
A divisive, discontinued gem. Vivara's a bold, green floral with a boozy kick that some found intoxicating, others, an absolute no-go. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that truly stands out.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 10%
Floral 28% 32%
Fruity 4% 2%
Green 22% 19%
Sweet 16% 19%
Warm 6% 4%
Woody 21% 15%
Earthy 14% 22%
Animalic 3% 4%
Fresh 11% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Safari EdP
Vivara EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 18% vs 24%
Orange Blossom 18% vs 30%
Only in Safari Eau de Parfum
Orris 22% Rosemary 21% Rose 19%
Only in Vivara Eau de Parfum
Narcissus 45%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 22% vs 38%
Patchouli 17% vs 35%
Only in Safari Eau de Parfum
Amber 21% Sandalwood 20% Cedar 18%
Only in Vivara Eau de Parfum
Iris 26%

Accords

Safari Eau de Parfum Vivara Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
89%
91%
Green
100%
80%
Woody
76%
48%
Citrus
74%
52%
Earthy
68%
65%
Balsamic
Almond
63%
61%
Floral
Fruity
58%
Patchouli
58%
50%
Herbal
49%
Sweet
Aromatic shared
100%
89%
Green shared
91%
100%
Woody shared
80%
76%
Citrus shared
48%
74%
Earthy shared
52%
68%
65%
63%
61%
58%
58%
50%
49%

Performance

Safari Eau de Parfum Vivara Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Safari Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and distinctive green-aromatic character make it a bold choice, perhaps too much for a subdued office setting. However, for formal events or a sophisticated date, its depth and elegance truly shine. It's too complex and strong for sports.

Vivara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

While many reviewers champion this for summer and daytime, its strong, distinctive character and perceived intensity by some suggest it's not ideal for the office. It hits all the right notes for a date night or a casual outing where you want to make an impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
87%
Accord
61%
Key Similarities

Both share Green, Aromatic, Woody accords and Jasmine, Orange Blossom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Safari Eau de Parfum
Vivara Eau de Parfum
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