Question 1

What's the difference between Vanderbilt Petals and Safari?

Accepted Answer

Vanderbilt Petals is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gloria Vanderbilt (undated) dominated by Floral accords. Safari is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ralph Lauren (1990) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 1 accord: Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanderbilt Petals or Safari?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanderbilt Petals scores 4.44/5 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 Vanderbilt Petals 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, Vanderbilt Petals 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 Vanderbilt Petals vs Safari?

Accepted Answer

Vanderbilt Petals scores highest for all seasons wear; Safari scores highest for fall wear. Vanderbilt Petals leans daytime, Safari leans daytime.

Vanderbilt Petals vs Safari

Comparison Summary

Unique to Safari (18)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Safari

Positive

Negative

Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Vanderbilt Petals	Safari
Brand	Gloria Vanderbilt	Ralph Lauren
Year	—	1990
Rating	4.44	4.14
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	19