Aqva Eau de Parfum bottle Aqva
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2005 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Aquilo Eau de Parfum bottle Aquilo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aqva
Aqva by Bvlgari is a deep dive into the sea, divisive perhaps for its unapologetic seaweed note, but for those who love it, it’s a timeless classic. A natural, rugged aquatic that evokes memories of wild coastlines, though performance can be an issue with newer batches.
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Our Verdict - Aquilo
A budget-friendly freshie that's a dead ringer for Bvlgari Aqva, but don't expect it to last. It's a fantastic scent for the price, but be prepared to respray if you want it to stick around. Some find it a bit too ethereal, but fans swear by its straightforward marine charm.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 24% 24%
Floral 8% 8%
Fruity 4% 4%
Green 13% 13%
Sweet 11% 11%
Warm 3% 3%
Woody 17% 16%
Earthy 13% 13%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 32% 32%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aqva EdP
Aquilo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 35% vs 36%
Orange 34% vs 31%
Petitgrain 30% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Seaweed 47% vs 48%
Lavender 27% vs 24%
Cotton Flower 25% vs 27%
Shared Notes
Cedar 22% vs 19%
Woody 21% vs 22%
Clary Sage 18% vs 21%
Patchouli 18% vs 17%
Amber 18% vs 18%

Accords

Aqva Aquilo
100%
Citrus
100%
93%
Marine
71%
80%
Aromatic
73%
74%
Aquatic
58%
74%
Woody
65%
47%
Lavender
44%
Powdery
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Marine shared
93%
71%
Aromatic shared
80%
73%
Aquatic shared
74%
58%
Woody shared
74%
65%
47%
44%

Performance

Aqva Aquilo
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Aqva

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aquatic nature makes it perfect for casual and sport settings, especially in warm weather. While many review it as a confident scent, its oceanic ruggedness and varying performance prevent it from being a solid choice for formal events or the office, where it might be too informal or fleeting.

Aquilo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, light-bodied nature and generally weak performance make it ideal for casual wear, the office, or sports where a subtle scent is preferred. It lacks the gravitas or longevity for formal events or dates where a more impactful presence is desired.

Where to buy

Aqva
Aquilo
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