Acqua di Giò
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Acqua di Giò
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A striking evolution of the Acqua di Giò DNA, the Parfum adds incense and woods for a fresher yet more mysterious signature. Aquatic, aromatic, and quietly magnetic, it is both versatile and memorable.
Divisive, perplexing, and a bit of a mess. This reinterpretation of the classic Acqua di Gio DNA suffers from wildly inconsistent performance, unexpected medicinal tones, and a bizarre "wet vegetable" or "body odour" drydown for many. Definitely test drive before committing.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 13% |
| Floral | 10% | 12% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 20% | 15% |
| Sweet | 5% | 6% |
| Warm | 9% | 2% |
| Woody | 11% | 10% |
| Earthy | 21% | 24% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 33% | 35% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The marine-citrus opening and aromatic heart make this versatile for spring and summer, but its resinous and woody base gives it enough depth for crisp fall days. The incense and patchouli may feel a bit heavy for winter's deepest cold.
Occasions
Balanced projection and a modern, clean freshness make this safe for office, date, and casual wear. The incense and woods add intrigue for more dressed up occasions, but it is less suited for sport or ultra-formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, aiming for an inoffensive scent bubble that won't overpower. However, wildly inconsistent performance reports and strong negative reactions to the drydown make it less reliable for high-stakes occasions like dates or formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Marine accords and Sea Water, Clary Sage notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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