Acquired

Bvlgari 2014 EDT

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Aqva

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Bvlgari Aqva is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Aqva opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Neroli and Rainwater, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Frankincense. Bvlgari's Aqva carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This discontinued gem is proper divisive. Folk either love its unique salty aquatic vibe and beastly performance for summer, or they absolutely hate it, calling it synthetic, eggy, or even like 'rotting fruit in a puddle'.
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Unique
  • Modern
  • Confident
Aqva Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 potent projection and unique, sometimes polarising, aroma make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its 'beast mode' performance and strong aquatic-citrus notes are perfect for high heat, making it an ideal casual and sport scent, especially around water, where it really shines.

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About

Aqva Amara kicks off with a sharp, bitter mandarin that’s bright yet surprisingly rugged. It quickly blends into an invigorating aquatic heart, smelling less like a typical clean aquatic and more like a wild, untamed sea, crashing against rocky shores. A dry neroli provides a touch of white floral sophistication, while the base grounds it with earthy patchouli and a whisper of frankincense, adding an unexpected mineral depth. It's an arid, salty citrus with a distinct personality.