Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2013 Edp

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Aqua Vitae

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. The fragrance settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Mandarin, Tonka Bean, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Aqua Vitae: Favourite

This one's a divisive one, isn't it? A citrus-fresh concoction by MFK that some hail as a masterpiece of sparkling sophistication, others dismiss as an overpriced, fleeting echo of basic shower gel. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with price and longevity being constant sticking points.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
Aqua Vitae Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 32%
Floral 16%
Fruity 5%
Green 4%
Sweet 28%
Warm 9%
Woody 12%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 23%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Vanilla
61%
Woody
58%
Fresh
47%
Aromatic
47%

Notes

Heart Notes

Lemon 20% Mandarin 18% Guaiac Wood 16% Tonka Bean 13% Vanilla 12% Jasmine 11% Hedione 10%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and often subtle sillage makes it highly appropriate for office and casual wear, especially in warmer months. While some find it too light for formal events or dates, its sophisticated blend can work well for intimate settings.

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About

Aqua Vitae opens with a bright, zesty burst of lemon and mandarin, like sun-drenched Mediterranean groves. This crisp citrus settles into a surprisingly warm heart, where creamy vanilla and rich tonka bean intertwine with smooth guaiac wood, grounding the initial sparkle. A whisper of jasmine and hedione adds a sophisticated, airy floral softness, creating a clean yet comforting drydown that lingers close to the skin.

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