Is In The Box Deep Dark Water 2025 a dupe of Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò?

Acqua di Giò Parfum

Giorgio Armani by Alberto Morillas Original Favourite

Deep Dark Water 2025 EDT

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Acqua di Giò Parfum bottle Acqua di Giò Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2023 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££
Deep Dark Water 2025 Eau de Toilette bottle Deep Dark Water 2025 EDT
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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 Parfum
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.
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Our Verdict - Deep Dark Water 2025 EDT
Deep Dark Water 2025 is a confident, aromatic aquatic that delivers exactly what it promises. It's a crowd-pleaser set to make waves at launch, offering a brilliant blend of freshness and depth without trying too hard.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Acqua di Giò Parfum A Deep Dark Water 2025 EDT 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 Parfum
Deep Dark Water 2025 EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Sea Water 50% vs 54%
Patchouli 50% vs 48%
Frankincense 50% vs 51%
Bergamot 49% vs 45%
Rosemary 38% vs 39%
Clary Sage 32% vs 28%
Geranium 29% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Sea Water 50% vs 54%
Bergamot 49% vs 45%
Shared Notes
Rosemary 38% vs 39%
Clary Sage 32% vs 28%
Geranium 29% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 50% vs 48%
Frankincense 50% vs 51%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 Deep Dark Water 2025
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Acqua di Giò

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

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.

Deep Dark Water 2025

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Its aromatic, fresh spicy and marine composition leans towards spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and aromatic profile makes it incredibly versatile for everyday wear, particularly in casual and active settings. While presentable enough for a date or office, its strong aquatic character might be a bit too sporty for truly formal events.

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
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 7 notes is in the original, including Bergamot, Sea Water, Clary Sage

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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