What's the difference between Madame de Carven and Safari?+
Madame de Carven is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Carven (1979) dominated by Green 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, Earthy, Aromatic.
Which is better, Madame de Carven or Safari?+
By community rating, Madame de Carven scores 4.29/5 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.
Do Madame de Carven and Safari smell similar?+
They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Green, Floral, Earthy, Aromatic, Galbanum. 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.
Which lasts longer, Madame de Carven or Safari?+
Safari: Potential reformulation has weakened longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Madame de Carven vs Safari?+
Madame de Carven scores highest for fall wear; Safari scores highest for fall wear. Madame de Carven leans daytime, Safari leans daytime.
