Bottega Veneta 2024 EDP

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Acqua Sale

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Bottega Veneta Acqua Sale is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024. Acqua Sale opens with Mandarin, Pepper, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Salt, Iris, Osmanthus, and Galbanum, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vetiver, and Labdanum. Bottega Veneta's Acqua Sale carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a sophisticated take on salty aquatic, often described as 'your skin but better'. It's not a beast, leaning towards subtle and intimate, but if you appreciate nuance and don't mind a softer presence, Acqua Sale is a beautifully blended choice.
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Acqua Sale 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:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for office and casual wear without being intrusive. While it's a pleasant 'skin scent', it might not have the presence needed for a formal event or the invigorating kick for sport. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for daytime and its gentle nature.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Acqua Sale opens with a bright, crisp blend of mandarin and juniper, given a subtle kick by black pepper. The heart introduces a distinctive salty accord, softened by the powdery elegance of iris and the fruity floral touch of osmanthus. As it dries down, a clean musk emerges, underpinned by earthy vetiver and the balsamic warmth of labdanum, creating a refined and natural skin scent.

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