Is Armaf Tres Nuit a dupe of Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo?

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Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Parfum bottle Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2024 Year -
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Tres Nuit Eau de Toilette bottle Tres Nuit EDT
Our Verdict

Acqua di Giò Profondo by Giorgio Armani and Tres Nuit by Armaf may share aromatic, citrus, and woody accords, but they cater to distinctly different audiences. Profondo is a premium Edp designed for those who favor marine-mineral depth and an invigorating aquatic feel, perfect for those who love ocean vibes and seek a refined, contemporary scent. Tres Nuit, on the other hand, is a budget-friendly Edt that echoes the sophistication of Green Irish Tweed with a crisp green citrus opening and a powdery floral heart. It's ideal for someone looking for an elegant, everyday fragrance that doesn’t break the bank. While Profondo is more suited for office and leisure by the sea, Tres Nuit is perfect for budget-conscious individuals seeking a versatile, fresh scent for warmer months.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Acqua di Giò Profondo Eau de Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP
Tres Nuit Eau de Toilette ScentArt View Liquid → Tres Nuit EDT

Which Should You Buy?

Choose Acqua di Giò Profondo if...
  • You prefer a premium fragrance.
  • You love marine-mineral aquatic scents.
  • You want a modern, invigorating aroma.
Choose Tres Nuit if...
  • You are on a budget.
  • You like crisp green citrus scents.
  • You want a versatile everyday fragrance.
Our Verdict - Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP
A deep, salty aquatic polished enough for the office. Mandarin and sea water give it lift, rosemary and lavender add herbs, and a mineral, ambergris and cedar base keeps it tidy.
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Our Verdict - Tres Nuit EDT
A neat workhorse for spring and summer. A riff on Green Irish Tweed that is crisp, green and powdery, with lemon, verbena and iris, violet and lavender, finishing on sandalwood and ambergris.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP A Tres Nuit EDT B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP
Tres Nuit EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender Lavender 6% vs 12%
Only in Acqua di Giò Profondo
Rosemary Rosemary 15% share of the perfume
Only in Tres Nuit
Violet Violet 14% share of the perfume Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 9% share of the perfume
Shared Notes
Ambergris Ambergris 13% vs 10%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Acqua di Giò Profondo Tres Nuit
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Acqua di Giò Profondo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Mandarin, sea water and rosemary shine in spring and summer, and the mineral base lets it carry into autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Strong enough for sport and casual days, tidy enough for the office, and fine for a date. It is a little informal for black-tie.

Tres Nuit

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Lemon, verbena and lavender make spring and summer its best months. Autumn is workable and winter does not suit it.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal Sport

Clean and non-intrusive, it fits the office and casual situations. It also does for a low-key evening and light outdoor activity.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
2%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 8 notes, including Lavender, Ambergris

Key Differences

Adds iris and lemon, drops cedar and mandarin

Where to buy

Acqua di Giò Profondo EDP
Tres Nuit EDT

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