Awaken Eau de Parfum vs Costa Azzurra Acqua Eau de Parfum
Awaken EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Costa Azzurra Acqua EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Awaken is a fresh, aromatic crowd-pleaser that punches above its weight on price. It's not reinventing the wheel, but if you're after a reliable, versatile everyday scent, it's a solid contender. Just be wary of the performance, which can be a bit hit or miss.
A gorgeous, fresh aquatic that people simply adore, despite its fleeting nature. This Mediterranean escape delivers a clean, green, and piney aroma that transports you to a seaside holiday, if only for a short while. Shame it's discontinued, as the clamour for dupes is real.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile and moderate projection make it an excellent choice for daily wear, particularly in an office or casual setting. While it lacks the gravitas for formal events, its invigorating nature is well-suited for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and understated nature makes it ideal for casual wear and the office, as its weak projection won't offend. However, its poor longevity and projection make it less suitable for formal events or dates where you desire a stronger presence. It's too light for formal, but can be worn to the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, woody, fresh spicy
Adds amber and juniper, drops bergamot and cedar
Where to buy
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