Giorgio Armani 1996 EDT

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Acqua di Giò

by Alberto Morillas , Annick Menardo , Christian Dussoulier

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Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1996, created by Alberto Morillas, Annick Menardo, and Christian Dussoulier. Acqua di Giò opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Cyclamen, Mignonette, and Sea Water, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Giorgio Armani's Acqua di Giò carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Still the gold standard for aquatic citrus masculines - breezy, sunlit, and effortlessly likable. Versatility and mass appeal make this a perennial warm weather essential, though it will be too light for those seeking depth or drama.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Confident
  • Modern
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Acqua di Giò Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Citrus
100%
Aquatic
90%
Fresh
85%
Aromatic
65%
Fresh Spicy
60%
Woody
50%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Its crisp citrus and aquatic structure is perfectly suited for warm weather, making it a quintessential spring and summer fragrance. The lightness and lack of warmth or spice mean it can struggle for presence in cold winter air.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Low projection and clean freshness make it a safe, versatile choice for the office and casual wear, while its energetic, non-offensive character pairs well with sporty settings. It is less suited to formal or evening occasions due to its lightness.

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About

Acqua di Giò Eau de Toilette opens with a sparkling wave of lemon, lime, and bergamot, instantly conjuring the Mediterranean shoreline. Calone and sea notes deliver a crystalline, salty freshness balanced by aromatic rosemary and a whisper of floral jasmine and neroli. The drydown is translucent with white musk, oakmoss, and subtle cedar, keeping things airy and lightly woody. Its impression is one of pure, sun-drenched clarity - a timeless, clean aquatic with cooling zest that never overwhelms.

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