Cyan Blue

Cyan Blue opens like a gust of sea air: airy water notes over bright bergamot, mandarin and a herbal flick of rosemary, faithfully echoing the maritime character of Acqua di Gio Blue Edition. The heart brings the edition's distinctive twist - juicy persimmon alongside jasmine, neroli and a green nasturtium lift - fresh, fruity and softly floral. The base settles into earthy patchouli, warm amber and a touch of labdanum for grounding. As a dupe of an already-discreet original it sits comfortably close to the skin with moderate longevity, the projection breezy and contained from the start. The development is flatter and more linear than the genuine Blue Edition, but the clean, coastal spirit carries through. The result is a fresh, summery aquatic-fruity built for warm weather, the office and casual days - a wallet-friendly way to wear a hard-to-find Acqua di Gio flanker.