De La Mer
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Aqva
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A windswept, mineralic marine that is crisp, herbal and quietly assertive. For those who want a sea scent with true texture and depth, not just blue freshness.
Aqva by Bvlgari is a deep dive into the sea, divisive perhaps for its unapologetic seaweed note, but for those who love it, it’s a timeless classic. A natural, rugged aquatic that evokes memories of wild coastlines, though performance can be an issue with newer batches.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 24% |
| Floral | 12% | 8% |
| Fruity | 7% | 4% |
| Green | 14% | 13% |
| Sweet | 7% | 11% |
| Warm | 5% | 3% |
| Woody | 14% | 17% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 0% | 3% |
| Fresh | 32% | 32% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
De La Mer's ozonic, salty marine and citrus facets make it ideal for spring and summer, evoking sea breezes and freshness. The herbal, mossy drydown gives enough structure for early fall, but it lacks the warmth for cold winter days.
Occasions
Its clean, airy and inoffensive profile is perfect for office and casual daytime wear, and works well for sport due to its freshness. Projection is pronounced but the character is understated, making it less suited for formal or intimate date nights.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic nature makes it perfect for casual and sport settings, especially in warm weather. While many review it as a confident scent, its oceanic ruggedness and varying performance prevent it from being a solid choice for formal events or the office, where it might be too informal or fleeting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Marine, Aromatic, Aquatic accords and Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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