Citrusy
Spicy
Woody
Notesambercedarwoodgingerlemonpink pepper
Tags
#aftergym
#beast
#clean
#fresh
Style
unisex
The Italian “fishing village” of Portofino is a jet setter’s playground where luxury yachts line the picturesque harbour. This eau de parfum is a stealth wealth blend of uplifting aromas: lemon, ginger and pink pepper, paired with the woody elements of dry amber and cedar.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a crisp, self-possessed presence: the kind of scent that reads as freshly showered, tailored and slightly athletic, but with enough warmth to feel composed rather than sporty. It works best in close company, where the citrus-spice lift stays vivid without becoming loud.
How to wear
Best in mild to warm weather, when its lemon, ginger and pepper can stay bright and its amber-cedar base can dry down cleanly on skin. Two to four sprays are enough for a clear but controlled trail; in heat it feels sharper and more radiant, while cooler air draws out the woody base.
Who it’s for
For wearers who like citrus with structure: fresh but not watery, spicy but not sweet, and woody without heaviness. It will appeal to people who enjoy clean, modern niche scents with a polished, understated edge.
Release year
2024
Ampersand’s story
Ampersand Fragrances builds its collection around accessible niche perfumery, made in the UK in small batches with an emphasis on craftsmanship, sustainability and individuality. The house treats scent as a personal expression rather than a status object.
Portofino’s concept
Portofino is inspired by the Italian Riviera and the glamour of its harbour setting, translating that coastal image into a bright, sunlit composition. The fragrance pairs citrus and spice with a dry woody-amber base, giving the idea of Mediterranean escape a more polished, wearable shape.
Extra info
Portofino is part of Ampersand’s UK-made niche collection and is repeatedly highlighted by retailers as one of the line’s bestselling unisex scents. It is also described as cruelty-free, vegan and made in small batches.
Notesambercedarwoodgingerlemonpink pepper
Tags
#aftergym
#beast
#clean
#fresh
Style
unisex
The Italian “fishing village” of Portofino is a jet setter’s playground where luxury yachts line the picturesque harbour. This eau de parfum is a stealth wealth blend of uplifting aromas: lemon, ginger and pink pepper, paired with the woody elements of dry amber and cedar.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a crisp, self-possessed presence: the kind of scent that reads as freshly showered, tailored and slightly athletic, but with enough warmth to feel composed rather than sporty. It works best in close company, where the citrus-spice lift stays vivid without becoming loud.
How to wear
Best in mild to warm weather, when its lemon, ginger and pepper can stay bright and its amber-cedar base can dry down cleanly on skin. Two to four sprays are enough for a clear but controlled trail; in heat it feels sharper and more radiant, while cooler air draws out the woody base.
Who it’s for
For wearers who like citrus with structure: fresh but not watery, spicy but not sweet, and woody without heaviness. It will appeal to people who enjoy clean, modern niche scents with a polished, understated edge.
Release year
2024
Ampersand’s story
Ampersand Fragrances builds its collection around accessible niche perfumery, made in the UK in small batches with an emphasis on craftsmanship, sustainability and individuality. The house treats scent as a personal expression rather than a status object.
Portofino’s concept
Portofino is inspired by the Italian Riviera and the glamour of its harbour setting, translating that coastal image into a bright, sunlit composition. The fragrance pairs citrus and spice with a dry woody-amber base, giving the idea of Mediterranean escape a more polished, wearable shape.
Extra info
Portofino is part of Ampersand’s UK-made niche collection and is repeatedly highlighted by retailers as one of the line’s bestselling unisex scents. It is also described as cruelty-free, vegan and made in small batches.