Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2021 Cologne

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Aqua Vitae Forte

by Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae Forte is a Cologne launched in 2021, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Aqua Vitae Forte opens with Bergamot and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Floral and Solar Note, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Musk. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Aqua Vitae Forte carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

MFK's Aqua Vitae Cologne Forte is a proper crowd-splitter. For some, it's a 'sunshine in a bottle' summer dream, for others, an overpriced cleaning product. Test on skin - it makes all the difference.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Luxurious
  • Modern
  • Uplifting
Aqua Vitae Forte Cologne bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 30%
Floral 21%
Fruity 7%
Green 3%
Sweet 17%
Warm 4%
Woody 11%
Earthy 0%
Animalic 15%
Fresh 26%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

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 fresh and clean profile makes it extremely versatile for casual wear and suitable for the office, as many describe it as inoffensive. While some note good longevity, it generally creates a soft scent bubble rather than strong projection, which makes it less ideal for formal occasions but still fitting for dates.

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About

Imagine sun-drenched mandarin and zesty bergamot, fizzing like a luxury soft drink. This bright opening melts into a luminous, abstract floral heart, infused with a 'solar note' that smells like warm skin or expensive suncream. The journey concludes on a soft, clean cloud of musky sandalwood, leaving a sophisticated, slightly powdery trail that sits close to the skin.