Acqua di Giò vs Aquatic Lime: 39% alike

Acqua di Giò EDT

Giorgio Armani by Alberto Morillas, Annick Menardo, Christian Dussoulier Original Favourite

Aquatic Lime EDP

Dossier Inspired Favourite

Comparison

39%

Estimated similarity

Acqua di Giò EDT Giorgio Armani · 1996 M Original

Aquatic Lime EDP Dossier · 2023 M Inspired

Top

Lime

Lemon

Bergamot

Orange

Jasmine

Heart

Sea Water

Calone

Rosemary

Peach

Hyacinth

Base

Musk

Cedar

Oakmoss

Patchouli

Amber

Top

Watermelon

Bergamot

Lime

Heart

Sea Water

Rosemary

Jasmine

Base

Cedar

Vetiver

Oakmoss

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Acqua di Giò EDT

EDT	Concentration	EDP
M	Gender	M
1996	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Acqua di Giò EDT

Still the gold standard for aquatic citrus masculines - breezy, sunlit, and effortlessly likable. Versatility and mass appeal make this a perennial warm weather essential, though it will be too light for those seeking depth or drama.

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Our Verdict - Aquatic Lime EDP

A reliable, crowd-pleasing warm-weather staple, this is your go-to for an easy, fresh hit. It's a solid choice if you're after something pleasant and uplifting without breaking the bank.

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Scent Profile

How they compare

Acqua di Giò EDT A Aquatic Lime EDP 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 EDT

Aquatic Lime EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Cedar 20% vs 33%

Oakmoss 19% vs 33%

Lime 15% vs 26%

Bergamot 14% vs 32%

Jasmine 13% vs 25%

Sea Water 10% vs 40%

Rosemary 8% vs 33%

Only in Acqua di Giò

Musk 21% Patchouli 19% Amber 19% Lemon 15% Orange 14% Mandarin 13% Neroli 13% Calone 9% Peach 8% Hyacinth 8% Freesia 8% Cyclamen 8% Rose 8% Violet 8% Coriander 8% Nutmeg 8% Mignonette 8%

Only in Aquatic Lime

Watermelon 41% Vetiver 33%

Shared Notes

Lime 15% vs 26%

Bergamot 14% vs 32%

Only in Acqua di Giò

Lemon 15% Orange 14% Jasmine 14% Mandarin 13% Neroli 13%

Only in Aquatic Lime

Watermelon 41%

Shared Notes

Sea Water 10% vs 40%

Rosemary 8% vs 33%

Only in Acqua di Giò

Calone 9% Peach 8% Hyacinth 8% Freesia 8% Cyclamen 8% Rose 8% Violet 8% Coriander 8% Nutmeg 8% Mignonette 8%

Only in Aquatic Lime

Jasmine 26%

Shared Notes

Cedar 20% vs 33%

Oakmoss 19% vs 33%

Only in Acqua di Giò

Musk 21% Patchouli 19% Amber 19%

Only in Aquatic Lime

Vetiver 33%

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 Aquatic Lime

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Acqua di Giò

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Its crisp citrus and aquatic structure is perfectly suited for warm weather, making it a quintessential spring and summer fragrance. The lightness and lack of warmth or spice mean it can struggle for presence in cold winter air.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Formal

Low projection and clean freshness make it a safe, versatile choice for the office and casual wear, while its energetic, non-offensive character pairs well with sporty settings. It is less suited to formal or evening occasions due to its lightness.

Aquatic Lime

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

This leans very casual and sporty due to its fresh, aquatic, and citrus profile, making it a perfect fit for daytime summer wear. Its moderate longevity means it's less suited for formal events or longer date nights, but it's acceptable for an office environment if applied sparingly.

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

39%

Key Similarities

Shares 7 of its 24 notes, including Sea Water, Oakmoss, Jasmine

Key Differences

Adds amber and calone, drops vetiver and watermelon