Aqva
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 1942 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Vespri Esperidati
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem is proper divisive. Folk either love its unique salty aquatic vibe and beastly performance for summer, or they absolutely hate it, calling it synthetic, eggy, or even like 'rotting fruit in a puddle'.
This isn't just another citrus scent; it's a high-quality citrus with real staying power and a surprisingly sophisticated dry down. While some find it a bit sharp initially, most agree it evolves beautifully into a clean, warm weather staple for anyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 43% | 40% |
| Floral | 11% | 12% |
| Fruity | 9% | 9% |
| Green | 1% | 8% |
| Sweet | 20% | 15% |
| Warm | 7% | 4% |
| Woody | 12% | 12% |
| Earthy | 23% | 16% |
| Animalic | 1% | 2% |
| Fresh | 17% | 23% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, sometimes polarising, aroma make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its 'beast mode' performance and strong aquatic-citrus notes are perfect for high heat, making it an ideal casual and sport scent, especially around water, where it really shines.
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
This is a versatile fresh fragrance that reviewers praise for warm weather, making it excellent for casual and sport settings. Its good performance for a citrus, combined with a sophisticated dry down, means it can easily transition to office or daytime date wear, though it might be a bit too bright for formal evening events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, White Floral, Woody accords and Neroli, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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