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Acqua di Giò Absolu Eau de Parfum bottle Acqua di Giò Absolu EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2018 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £
Essence of Success Eau de Toilette bottle Essence of Success EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Acqua di Giò Absolu EDP
A charismatic evolution of aquatic freshness, Absolu fuses juicy fruits and marine sparkle with deep woody-amber warmth. Effortlessly masculine and versatile, it is a modern crowd-pleaser with sensual undertones.
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Our Verdict - Essence of Success EDT
A pleasant, zingy blue scent that's a bit of an airport duty-free exclusive mystery. It's safe, instantly likeable, and perfect for when you want something fresh and easy, even if you do have to overspray to get any real longevity out of it.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Acqua di Giò Absolu EDP
Essence of Success EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 18% vs 50%
Apple 15% vs 50%
Shared Notes
Lavender 34% vs 43%
Geranium 31% vs 21%
Only in Acqua di Giò Absolu
Rosemary 33%
Only in Essence of Success
Sage 35%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 19% vs 50%
Only in Essence of Success
Amber 50%

Accords

Acqua di Giò Absolu Essence of Success
85%
Aromatic
100%
95%
Woody
66%
60%
Fresh Spicy
84%
55%
Amber
83%
Patchouli
83%
Lavender
83%
70%
Citrus
74%
Herbal
71%
40%
Fruity
65%
50%
Marine
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
Woody shared
95%
66%
Fresh Spicy shared
60%
84%
Amber shared
55%
83%
83%
83%
Citrus shared
70%
74%
71%
Fruity shared
40%
65%
50%

Performance

Acqua di Giò Absolu Essence of Success
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Acqua di Giò Absolu

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Bright citrus and marine notes make it vibrant for spring and early summer, while the deep patchouli, amberwood, and warm woods give it the richness and warmth that excels in autumn. Winter use is possible but less ideal due to its fresher facets.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The balanced projection and modern woody-citrus profile suit office and casual settings well, but the sensual woodiness and fruity twist make it especially engaging for dates. Slightly too lush for sports or the most formal events.

Essence of Success

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aromatic profile and notably poor performance make it ideal for casual wear or the office where subtlety is key. It's not strong enough for formal events or a standout date night, but perfect for a quick refresh during sports.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Acqua di Giò Absolu EDP
Essence of Success EDT
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