Safari Ralph Lauren by Ralph Lauren

Safari Ralph Lauren

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 1990

At a glance

Is Safari Ralph Lauren worth trying?

Safari by Ralph Lauren is a Floral Green fragrance for women.

Best match
Casual wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, green, woody with Galbanum, Marigold, Narcissus
aromatic green woody

The first impression

Safari by Ralph Lauren is a Floral Green fragrance for women. Safari was launched in 1990. The nose behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Galbanum, Marigold, Narcissus, Hiacynth, Orange, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange and Cassis; middle notes are Narcissus, Orris Root, Rosemary, Rose, Italian Jasmine and Orange Blossom; base notes are Vetiver, Amber, Sandalwood, Cedar and Patchouli.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
green 85%
woody 70%
fresh spicy 60%
balsamic 50%
floral 40%
earthy 35%
herbal 30%
sweet 25%
citrus 20%

The perfumer behind it

Dominique Ropion

Dominique Ropion

Dominique Ropion is a highly respected French perfumer with a career spanning decades, known for his technical precision and bold compositions. He has created numerous fragrances for Al-Jazeera Perfumes, including Amazon, Art Deco, and Damascus. His portfolio also includes work for Adleen Haute Parfumerie, showcasing his ability to craft complex and enduring scents.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Galbanum Galbanum
Marigold Marigold
Narcissus Narcissus
Hiacynth Hiacynth
Orange Orange
Black Currant Black Currant
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Cassis Cassis

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Narcissus Narcissus
Orris Root Orris Root
Rosemary Rosemary
Rose Rose
Italian Jasmine Italian Jasmine
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Vetiver Vetiver
Amber Amber
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Cedar Cedar
Patchouli Patchouli

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Safari Ralph Lauren

Essence

Safari embodies the Explorer, a free spirit drawn to uncharted territories. The burst of galbanum and citrus in the top notes evokes dawn in wild landscapes, while the woody-floral heart mirrors resilience and curiosity. This is a scent for those who chase horizons.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor practical yet stylish attire-linen shirts, boots, and sun-bleached khakis. Their look is as fresh and green as the fragrance's opening, with a touch of floral softness in the details.

Philosophy & Values

They prize freedom and adaptability, thriving on spontaneity. The vetiver-amber base grounds their idealism, reminding them that even wanderers need roots.

Relationships

They connect deeply but briefly, like the fleeting narcissus in the heart notes. Their charm is infectious, but their restlessness often leads them onward.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured, filled with impromptu road trips and open-air markets. The moderate sillage suits their preference for leaving light footprints.

Shadow

Their independence can become rootlessness, and the herbal sharpness hints at a fear of commitment. They risk becoming perpetual tourists of life.

Conclusion

Safari is the essence of the Explorer-untamed, optimistic, and forever in motion. It smells like a map folded in a back pocket, edges frayed from use.

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