Mandarino di Amalfi by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Italian mandarin and lemon with basil, spearmint and green shiso leaf over a touch of jasmine. A Riviera summer citrus.
Is Mandarino di Amalfi worth it?
How it smells: Opens with mandarin and lemon, basil and spearmint at the heart, then dries down to jasmine.
Scent Score: 35/100 (Weak). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 19, versatility 67, layerability 49 and value 4, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Mandarin, Lemon, Basil, Spearmint, Shiso, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Mandarin
- Lemon
Heart Notes
- Basil
- Spearmint
- Shiso
Base Notes
Occasions: Daytime, Office
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Mandarino di Amalfi by Tom Ford belongs to the citrus fragrance family. Italian mandarin and lemon with basil, spearmint and green shiso leaf over a touch of jasmine. A Riviera summer citrus. Mandarino di Amalfi opens with Mandarin and Lemon. The heart brings Basil, Spearmint, and Shiso. It dries down to Jasmine.
How to wear Mandarino di Amalfi
On skin, Mandarino di Amalfi by Tom Ford has longevity of 4-6 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Mandarino di Amalfi opens with Mandarin and Lemon.
The heart brings Basil, Spearmint, and Shiso.
It dries down to Jasmine.
What to layer with Mandarino di Amalfi
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon and jasmine.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays CK One
L.12.12 White by Lacoste
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share basil and jasmine.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L.12.12 White on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays L.12.12 White
Juice by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin and jasmine.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Juice on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays Juice
Fiore d'Ulivo by Xerjoff
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, basil, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fiore d'Ulivo on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays Fiore d'Ulivo
N°5 Eau de Toilette by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon and jasmine.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer N°5 Eau de Toilette on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays N°5 Eau de Toilette
Pairings to approach with care
Stronger With You Intensely by Armani
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Stronger With You Intensely has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Stronger With You Intensely brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Stronger With You Intensely on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 1 spray Stronger With You Intensely
Amber Oud Tobacco Edition by Al Haramain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Amber Oud Tobacco Edition has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Amber Oud Tobacco Edition brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Tobacco Edition on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 1 spray Amber Oud Tobacco Edition
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include lemon and jasmine.
- L.12.12 White by Lacoste — Both include basil and jasmine.
- Juice by Commodity — Both include mandarin and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Mandarino di Amalfi?
Mandarino di Amalfi opens with Mandarin and Lemon. The heart brings Basil, Spearmint, and Shiso. It dries down to Jasmine.
How long does Mandarino di Amalfi last, and how strong is it?
Mandarino di Amalfi by Tom Ford has longevity of 4-6 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Mandarino di Amalfi?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and office.
What layers well with Mandarino di Amalfi?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon and jasmine. Apply Mandarino di Amalfi first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Mandarino di Amalfi : 2 sprays CK One.
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