Question 1

What's the difference between Jess and Safari?

Accepted Answer

Jess is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jessica McClintock (1995) dominated by White Floral accords. Safari is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ralph Lauren (1990) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 4 accords: Green, Floral, Woody, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Jess or Safari?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Jess scores 4.25/5 vs Safari at 4.14/5. Safari's standout strength: Classic, clean masculine scent with timeless appeal. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Jess and Safari smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Safari: Safari is a classic, clean masculine fragrance with strong nostalgic appeal and an iconic bottle, but community consensus suggests it feels dated by modern standards and may not live up to expectations for those blind buying based on childhood memories.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Jess or Safari?

Accepted Answer

Safari: Potential reformulation has weakened longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Jess vs Safari?

Accepted Answer

Jess scores highest for summer wear; Safari scores highest for fall wear. Jess leans daytime, Safari leans daytime.

Jess vs Safari

Comparison Summary

Unique to Safari (18)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	Jess	Safari
Brand	Jessica McClintock	Ralph Lauren
Year	1995	1990
Rating	4.25	4.14
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	19