Acqua di Parma 2016 EDP

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Peonia Nobile

by François Demachy

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Acqua di Parma Peonia Nobile is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by François Demachy. Peonia Nobile opens with Pepper and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Rose, Geranium, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Patchouli. Acqua di Parma's Peonia Nobile carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a real head-turner - a glorious, bold peony that isn't afraid to take centre stage. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent, with folks either swooning over its unapologetic floral beauty or finding it a bit too much. Definitely not a timid wallflower, but proper Italian elegance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
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Peonia Nobile Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

The strong floral accords and rich projection mean it's perhaps a bit much for a casual office environment unless applied sparingly. However, its sophisticated and elegant character makes it perfect for formal events, and the bold, romantic nature of the scent lends itself well to date nights.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), TETRAMETHYL ACETYLOCTAHYDRONAPHTHALENES, CITRONELLOL, LINALOOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, POGOSTEMON CABLIN OIL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, ISOEUGENYL ACETATE, PINENE, BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS OIL, ROSE KETONES, LIMONENE, SANTALOL, CITRAL, TERPINEOL, EUGENOL, CI 60730 (EXT. VIOLET 2), CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Peonia Nobile kicks off with a spirited burst of fresh geranium and juicy raspberry, quickly ushering in the star of the show: a lush, vibrant peony. This isn't your shy, retiring floral; it's robust and full-bodied, underscored by a romantic whisper of rose. A subtle kick of pepper and patchouli grounds the composition, adding a sophisticated earthy depth and preventing it from becoming overly sweet, while soft musks provide a clean, elegant finish. It's truly a celebration of pink florals with a polished edge.

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Where to buy

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