Giorgio Armani 1995 EDT

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Acqua di Gio

by Edouard Fléchier

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Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1995, created by Edouard Fléchier. Acqua di Gio opens with Vodka, Lemon, Violet, and Peony, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Giorgio Armani's Acqua di Gio carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive yet iconic 90s classic that either transports you to a blissful summer or leaves you cold. This watery floral, with its unique vodka kick, is a time capsule - love it for its nostalgic charm or dismiss it as dated. Not for everyone, but unforgettable for those who 'get' it.
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  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Soft
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Acqua di Giò pour Femme Eau de Toilette 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:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Acqua di Gio's freshness and moderate sillage make it suitable for casual wear and warmer climates. While not overly formal, its clean character allows it for office settings, though some find it too potent for enclosed spaces. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for summer days and even dates, appreciating its alluring fresh quality.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Acqua di Gio opens with a fascinating, boozy splash of vodka, softened by sweet pineapple and ripe peach, before plunging into a cool, aquatic heart. Lush lily-of-the-valley, jasmine, and peony create a vibrant floral bouquet, underpinned by a distinct green freshness. As it settles, a clean musk and cedar base emerges, leaving a fresh yet sophisticated trail that conjures images of a breezy, sun-drenched coast.

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