
Acqua di Gio
At a glance
| Dominant accords | citrus, aromatic, marine |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Sea Notes, Jasmine, Calone, Rosemary |
| Community rating | 4.13/5 from 25,659 votes |
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About this fragrance
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Launched in 1996, Acqua di Gio is a defining aromatic aquatic that opens with a bright, almost effervescent burst of citrus: lime, lemon, bergamot, orange, mandarin, and neroli, softened by jasmine. The heart plunges into marine territory with sea notes and calone, but it's far from a simple salt spray—rosemary, coriander, and nutmeg add a fresh-spicy bite, while peach, freesia, hyacinth, cyclamen, violet, rose, and mignonette weave a surprisingly complex floral layer. The base grounds everything with white musk, cedar, oakmoss, patchouli, and amber, lending a woody, slightly earthy finish that keeps the freshness from floating away.
Collectors will appreciate its pivotal role in popularizing the aquatic genre. It suits men who want a versatile, office-friendly scent that still feels alive in heat. The citrus is dominant (100%), so expect a lively, clean aura rather than heavy sweetness. Ideal for spring and summer days, it's a safe blind buy for fans of fresh, aromatic profiles—though those seeking depth may find it linear. A true modern classic.
中文簡介
1996年推出嘅Acqua di Gio係經典水生調,前調以青檸、檸檬、佛手柑、橙、橘子同橙花為主,加上茉莉,散發明亮柑橘氣息。中調結合海洋調同Calone,但唔止海水咁簡單——迷迭香、芫荽同肉豆蔻帶嚟清新辛辣感,而桃、小蒼蘭、風信子、仙客來、紫羅蘭、玫瑰同木犀草編織出複雜花香。基調用白麝香、雪松、橡苔、廣藿香同琥珀收尾,木質微土氣息令清新感更持久。
呢支香適合追求百搭、清爽嘅男士,尤其春天夏天用一流。柑橘主導(100%),香氣活潑乾淨,唔會太甜。對於鍾意清新芳香調嘅人嚟講,係穩陣之選;但想搵深沉層次嘅話,可能會覺得佢比較線性。
Reference data
| House | Giorgio Armani |
|---|---|
| Name | Acqua di Gio |
| Launched | 1996 |
| Marketed as | For men |
| Dominant family | Citrus & Fresh |
| Notes recorded | 25 |
| Accords | 7 |
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