Bvlgari 2005 EDP

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Aqva

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Bvlgari Aqva is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Aqva opens with Orange, Mandarin, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Cotton Flower, Lavender, and Seaweed, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Bvlgari's Aqva carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

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.
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  • Confident
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Aqva 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 summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Aqva bursts open with a bright splash of orange and petitgrain, quickly transitioning to a heart of bracing marine influences. The unique seaweed note is prominent, giving it an authentic, slightly salty, and even umami character, softened by hints of lavender and cotton flower. The dry down settles into an earthy, woody base of patchouli, cedar, and clary sage, with a whisper of amber for depth. It's an immersive olfactory journey to a windswept coastline, not a pristine beach.

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