Aqva
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2014 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Italian Water
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'.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Bvlgari Aqva - a citrus fragrance led by Mandarin Orange, Orange, Petitgrain, with aromatic depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 43% | 24% |
| Floral | 11% | 10% |
| Fruity | 9% | 4% |
| Green | 1% | 14% |
| Sweet | 20% | 12% |
| Warm | 7% | 5% |
| Woody | 12% | 14% |
| Earthy | 23% | 7% |
| Animalic | 1% | 3% |
| Fresh | 17% | 33% |
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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
The citrus character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its citrus, aromatic signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Fresh accords and Mandarin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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